Trauma and Acute Care Surgeon

DescriptionPeaceHealth Medical Group is seeking a Trauma and Acute Care Surgeon to join PeaceHealth's growing surgical program at St. John Medical Center in Longview, Washington.Centered on three rivers and the I-5 corridor, you are a short jaunt away from the Portland Metro area, driving distance from the beach, and just minutes from scenic Pacific Northwest nature.Why youll love the practice:Join an established, growing surgical program with 2 full-time General and ACS Surgeon and a Trauma/ACS Surgeon plus two per diem Surgeons and 2 full-time, experienced surgical PAs.5 ORs staffed on a regular basis with excellent anesthesia coverage through our large, employed team.Da Vinci Xi robot.180 shifts/year; 12-hour shifts.Epic EMR.Large catchment area.Hospital Highlights:St. John Medical Center is a 193-bed hospital with Level III trauma centerRecognized with a Beacon Award for critical care outcomesOver 250 active medical providers with most specialty services provided locally to more than 180,000 patients per yearThe catchment area for this community is over 100,000PeaceHealth is the #1 Healthiest Employer in Washington state.Why youll love Southwest Washington:Our Providers are deeply integrated with the community and have a have a strong desire to care for their neighbors.Forbes magazine listed Longview as one of the prettiest towns in America due to its proximity to the Columbia River and Mount St. Helens and beautiful local parks.Our town is situated 45 miles north of the Portland metro area and 120 miles south of Seattle.Outdoor lovers will enjoy quick access to the Pacific Ocean, Mount St. Helens, as well the never-ending outdoor recreational options in the Pacific Northwest.Longview and the neighboring community of Kelso have a combined population over 57,000, so youll skip the trip to the larger cities for your shopping and dining needs. Our area has many locally owned specialty restaurants and shops plus national chains.Longview has affordable, brand-new housing well below the prices of the nearby metros. Live in a Craftsman house and walk to work or it's a 5-minute drive to Columbia Garden Village on the golf course or Columbia Heights with views of the rivers and mountains.We are the headquarters for the Cowlitz Indian Tribe which lends its name to the county.Longview was founded near the Columbia River which supports the thriving lumber and marine industries that still exist there today.PeaceHealth Benefits:First year compensation: $477,429Medical/Dental/Vision coverage and wellness programEmployment bonusCME reimbursementRelocation assistanceCompetitive retirement plan optionsEducation loan reimbursement, for those eligibleFully paid malpractice insuranceWashington State has no income tax.__For more information, reach out!Kim Dianich, CMSR PHR, Lead Physician & Clinician Recruiterkdianich@peacehealth.org / 360-729-1409PeaceHealth's community of health care professionals in southwest Washington includes St. John Medical Center, a 193-bed acute-care hospital and Level III Trauma Center, and PeaceHealth Medical Group, a group of primary care and specialty physicians with clinics in the Longview area.Job SummaryDemonstrates compassion, respect and caring while working within the scope of practice of Physician to provide safe and efficient care to patients and assistance to their families and visitors. Works collaboratively with all other healthcare team members toward the best outcomes for the patient and the organization. Provides professional services to the hospital and its patients.Essential FunctionsPractice of medicine within the scope of license, training and credentialing.Practice of medicine in accordance with the current standards of care as well as the quality criteria adopted by the practice.Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual patient care appropriate to the age of patients served by demonstrating knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.Performs other duties as assigned.QualificationsEducationAccredited U.S. School of Medicine Required: . AndRequired: . completion of Internship/Residency Program in area of specialty.ExperienceRequired: Computer experienceCredentialsRequired : Licensed to practice as a physician in the State, and board certified or board eligible andRequired : Drug Enforcement Admin Federal Number andRequired : Cardiopulmonary ResuscitationSkillsDemonstrated expertise in clinical management of patients. (Required)Maintains current knowledge and skills with continuing education. (Required)Must meet all training requirements for specific department. (Required)Able to work varied hours; rigorous on-call and call-back schedule. (Required)Must not be a practitioner excluded from participation in the Medicare or Medicaid program. (Required)Department / Location Specific NotesWorking ConditionsLiftingPatient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.Perform hands on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force (National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA) Frequency should be seldom or occasionally.Ability to move around area with frequent sitting.Bending/ stooping / reaching occasionally.Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.Environmental ConditionsExposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.Mental/VisualVision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.PeaceHealth has exceptional benefits.EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.