Physician Surgery-General - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Hiring Department

Department of Surgery

Job Description

The University of Missouri Department of Surgery is seeking a dynamic candidate to further expand the Division of Acute Care Surgery.  The Frank L. Mitchell Jr MD Trauma Center at MU Health Care is a State designated and ACS verified Level I trauma center serving a primarily rural patient population.  The Division has a long history of excellence providing care for the injured, elective, and emergent general surgery, surgical critical care in a dedicated Trauma-Surgical ICU and burn / thermal injury care.  MU Health care strongly supports the growth and development of Acute Care Surgery, a signature program for the health system, through sustained and significant investment in injury care.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications : Board certified / eligible in general surgery with added qualifications in surgical critical care or commensurate clinical experience.

Candidates will be evaluated on : completion of additional thermal injury / burn training or commensurate experience in the care of the thermally injured.

Application Materials

Be prepared to upload a CV.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city amenities, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year.  If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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