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CommonSpirit Health

Trauma, Trauma Surgeon

Chandler, AZ

$480K - $645K/yr

  • Retirement

ACS Level 1 Trauma Center * Joining a group of 7 trauma/acute care surgeons, 13 apps within a multispecialty medical group * Inpatient census of 40-70, dedicated Surgical ICU * Outpatient clinic for ...

UPMC Washington

Trauma

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Trauma Surgeon Opportunity in Pennsylvania Join a leading healthcare team as a Trauma Surgeon in Pennsylvania, where you will play a crucial role in providing Life Changing Medicine. This position ...

Corpus Christi Medical Center

Trauma

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon Opportunity Corpus Christi Medical Center is seeking to recruit an orthopedic trauma surgeon to a large orthopedic private practice looking to provide trauma services for ...

LMG TRAUMA SURGERY

Trauma Geriatrician

Portland, OR · On-site

$217K - $254K/yr

Trauma Geriatrician The Trauma Geriatrician provides specialized care for older adults admitted with traumatic injuries. This role focuses on optimizing outcomes for geriatric patients through ...

United Health Services

Trauma Registrar

Johnson City, NY · On-site

$21.31 - $30.90/hr

Trauma Registrar The trauma registrar is responsible for high-quality data entry from the United Health Services trauma program into the trauma registry. This collection is done through abstraction ...

Carilion Clinic

Trauma Registrar

Roanoke, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

R161748 Trauma Registrar (Evergreen) (Open) How You'll Help Transform Healthcare: The Registrar for Trauma Services is responsible for medical record analysis, data abstraction, and overall data ...

UPMC Williamsport

Trauma

Duboistown, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

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Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon (Casual) Opportunity in Pennsylvania Join a leading healthcare team as an Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon in Pennsylvania. This casual position offers the opportunity to work in a ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for trauma in the United States is $51.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39.18 and $60.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a trauma specialist?

A trauma specialist is a professional trained to support individuals who have experienced physical or psychological trauma. They may include doctors, nurses, therapists, or counselors who assess, treat, and guide patients through recovery from traumatic events such as accidents, abuse, or disasters. Trauma specialists use evidence-based therapies and interventions to help individuals manage symptoms and promote healing. Their goal is to improve the overall well-being and functioning of those affected by trauma.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a trauma nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Trauma Nurse, you need advanced clinical assessment skills, knowledge of emergency care protocols, and an active RN license with trauma nursing certifications such as TNCC or ATCN. Familiarity with trauma-specific equipment, electronic health records, and rapid-response systems is essential. Strong critical thinking, emotional resilience, and effective teamwork distinguish top performers in high-pressure situations. These skills ensure rapid, effective patient stabilization and optimal outcomes in urgent and unpredictable trauma settings.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in trauma-related roles, and how can they manage them?

Professionals in trauma-related roles often encounter emotionally intense situations and may experience secondary traumatic stress as a result. Managing these challenges typically involves regular debriefing with colleagues, seeking supervision, and practicing self-care techniques to maintain emotional well-being. Many organizations also offer training on resilience and provide resources for mental health support. Building a supportive team environment helps individuals process difficult experiences and reduce burnout.

What is the difference between Trauma vs Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)?

AspectTraumaEmergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Required CredentialsTrauma certifications, advanced trauma life support (ATLS)EMT certification, CPR, basic life support (BLS)
Work EnvironmentHospitals, trauma centers, emergency scenesAmbulances, emergency scenes, public settings
Industry UsageSpecialized in trauma care, often part of emergency response teamsPre-hospital emergency care, first responders
Common Search/ComparisonTrauma vs EMTTrauma care, trauma certification

Trauma professionals focus on managing severe injuries, often requiring advanced certifications and working in hospitals or trauma centers. EMTs provide initial emergency care in the field, with basic certifications, and are typically the first responders at accident scenes. While both roles are vital in emergency situations, trauma specialists handle complex injury cases, whereas EMTs provide immediate pre-hospital assistance.

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Infographic showing various Trauma job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,028 per year, or $51.5 per hour.

Trauma, Trauma Surgeon

CommonSpirit Health

Chandler, AZ

$480K - $645K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

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Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 535 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

456th of 888 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As ourTrauma Surgeon, you will helpcritically injured patientsreceiveimmediate, expert surgical interventionso they canachieve optimal recovery and improved quality of life. This vital role is central to our commitment to providing world-class emergency care.

In this role, you willlead surgical teams in high-stakes environments, performing complex procedures to stabilize and repair life-threatening injuries. You will be expected todiagnose and treat a wide range of traumatic conditions, from blunt force trauma to penetrating injuries, with precision and calm under pressure, leveraging the latest surgical techniques and technologies. Some additional details:

  • ACS Level 1 Trauma Center
  • Joining a group of 7 trauma/acute care surgeons, 13 apps within a multispecialty medical group
  • Inpatient census of 40-70, dedicated Surgical ICU
  • Outpatient clinic for elective surgery (if desired) and trauma/surgical followup.
  • Learners from multiple institutions, including medical, PA, NP students, and PGY 1-5 residents from general surgery and emergency medicine(Creighton University East Valley Arizona).

To be successful in this role, you must possessboard certification in General Surgery with fellowship training in Trauma Surgery or Surgical Critical Care, alongside a proven track record in a Level I trauma center. We are seeking a highly skilled individual withexceptional clinical judgment, strong leadership capabilities, and a commitment to continuous professional developmentin the evolving field of trauma care.

We are offering a competitive 2 year salary guarantee then RVU-based, a sign-on bonus, full benefits, CME allowance, Malpractice with tail coverage, and relocation assistance for eligible candidates. We also offer a retirement plan with employer match. Qualified candidates may also be eligible for student loan repayment.


Job Requirements

Required

  • MD or DO Degree
  • ACGME Residency training
  • Fellowship in Trauma/ Surgical Critical Care
  • ABMS Board Eligible of Certified
  • Active or eligible license in the state of Arizona

Where You'll Work

Dignity Health Medical Group is the employed provider group of Dignity Health Arizona. Dignity Health Medical Group (DHMG) employs approximately 350 providers and 850 support staff who cover a wide variety of specialties. The medical group has had tremendous success over the past few years and now provides more than 73 sub-specialty services. The physicians and APPs provide clinical services in their areas of specialty and many serve in pivotal academic research and leadership roles. DHMG is also heavily involved in preparing tomorrow's healthcare providers. Clinical services are complemented with translational and bench research to augment medical education for residents and students. If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.


Pay Range
$480,000 - $645,000 /annually

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