Trauma Surgeon

Trauma / Acute Care Surgery (ACS) Surgeon

Surgical Affiliates Management Group, Inc. (SAMGI)
Location: Amarillo, TX
Hospital: Northwest Texas Healthcare System

Position Overview

Surgical Affiliates Management Group, Inc. (SAMGI) is seeking Trauma & Acute Care Surgeons to join the surgical team at Northwest Texas Healthcare System in Amarillo, TX.

This position offers the opportunity to practice within a 495-bed Level II Trauma Center with established volume, defined coverage expectations, and a collaborative care model supported by experienced APPs.

Program Highlights

• Level II Trauma Center with strong, consistent volume
  
• High level of acuity
  
• Dedicated surgical ICU
  
• 24/7 in-house trauma coverage with structured backup system
  
• Residency program launching July 2026 (Texas Tech partnership)
  
• Clinic space available in on-campus MOB
  

Schedule Structure

• 24-Hour shifts
  
• 151 shifts per year (12–13 shifts/month)
  
• Additional backup-only shifts available
  

Compensation

• Base Salary: $544,000 annually
  
• Backup-Only Shifts: $500/night (additional earning opportunity)
  
• Trauma Medical Director Admin Stipend: $80,000
  

Key Responsibilities

• Provide operative and non-operative Trauma and ACS services
  
• ICU care for our most critically injured and ill patients
  
• Lead trauma activations and manage emergency surgical cases
  
• Participate in ACS service and inpatient consults
  
• Collaborate with APPs and multidisciplinary teams
  
• Participate in quality initiatives and maintain timely documentation
  

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery
  
• Trauma / Surgical Critical Care fellowship preferred
  
• Eligible for Texas medical licensure
  
• Experience in trauma or high-acuity surgical environments preferred
  

Why This Role

• Highly competitive compensation with strong earning potential
  
• Predictable, balanced shift structure
  
• High-volume trauma and operative experience
  
• Academic involvement with upcoming residency program
  
• Strong clinical and operational support