Physician - Acute Care Surgeon - Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
MGeneral SurgeryMercy Clinic Fort Smith, Arkansas1mo ago
~$538,125SalaryDrMarket ContextHigh confidence· 126 reports
Reported by 126 physicians · national cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay
Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas is seeking a full-time, board-certified/board-eligible Surgical Critical Care Surgeon to serve as Trauma Medical Director at their Level 3 trauma center in Rogers, AR. The role features a shift-based compensation model, leadership responsibilities, and is part of a group including 3 acute care surgeons, general elective surgeons, and APPs serving a high-volume ER of ~70,000 annual visits.
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Mercy trauma/acute care surgery is currently seeking full-time; board certified/board eligible Surgical Critical Care Surgeon to serve as Trauma Medical Director in Rogers, AR. Join a thriving health care system recognized both locally and nationally for providing exceptional care while remaining on the forefront of the rapidly changing medical field. We are honored to say that Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas was recently named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for 2024 by Newsweek. Group consists of 3 acute care surgeons, four general elective surgeons, APP’s and an engaged support staff focused on quality care.
Mercy NWA General Surgery:
Growing level 3 certified trauma center with an average of 70,000 annual ER visits per year
Physicians with critical care fellowship training preferred
Continuity clinic for follow up and post op trauma/ACS patients
New hospital tower with ten OR suites plus 3 additional being completed
Outstanding referral base from three critical access hospitals in region and two free standing emergency rooms
System Wide EPIC EMR– DAX for clinical documentation
This Position Offers:
Competitive, shift-based model
Flexible, significant recruitment incentives tailored to your needs including sign-on/commencement bonus, resident/fellow stipends, etc.
Comprehensive, day one benefits including health, dental, vision and CME
Retirement plans available with employer contribution and matching options
Relocation package and professional liability coverage provided
As a not-for-profit system, Mercy qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
This location is eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship
Welcome to Northwest Arkansas
Northwest Arkansas is among the top 10 places to live in the country for the eighth year in a row, according to the latest ranking from U.S. News & World Report. Located in the Ozark and Boston Mountains and surrounded by beautiful lakes and rivers, Northwest Arkansas is the 3rd fastest growing region in the US currently. Due to the low cost of living, safe and fun area to raise a family, we have an influx of new residents daily. NWA has over 200 miles of multi-use trails and over 30 golf courses. We have the highest-ranking school systems in the state as well. The University of Arkansas in Fayetteville provides a world class education accompanied by more sporting events than you can count. Multiple museums including Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and the Amazeum children’s museum. Northwest Arkansas has all the amenities of a large city without the hassle of living in a large city.
Your life is our life’s workAt Mercy, you can lead the way. Join a team where your passion for patient care meets cutting-edge innovation. As part of an organization rooted in nearly 200 years of compassionate service, you’ll help deliver transformative health care experiences while exploring new technologies and shaping the future of medicine. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to physician leadership—from the highest levels of our organization to the front lines of care—where physicians and caregivers collaborate, embrace fresh thinking, and drive clinical and operational excellence. If making a difference in your community is why you chose health care, Mercy is where your purpose meets possibility.
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