About this opportunity
Bryan Health lists this Surgery - Critical Care Physician opportunity in lincoln, Nebraska. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Trauma Medical Director Bryan Health / Bryan Physician Network, Lincoln, Nebraska
Lead a Level II Trauma Program with a Strong Foundation and Room to Grow
Bryan Health, through Bryan Physician Network, is seeking a Trauma Medical Director (TMD) to lead our Level II ACS-verified Trauma Program in Lincoln, Nebraska. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced trauma leader to shape the future of a well-established program backed by deep specialty support, a robust APP team, and strong institutional commitment to trauma care.
About the Role
The Trauma Medical Director provides clinical and administrative leadership for the trauma service line and holds primary responsibility for maintaining the program's Level II ACS Verification and Level II State Trauma Center Designation .
Key responsibilities include:
Providing leadership and direction to an established trauma team of 8 trauma surgeons and 10 specially trained trauma advanced practice providers
Reviewing the current program structure and implementing changes to ensure patient care needs are consistently met
Scheduling and overseeing ICU coverage in coordination with the trauma team
Leading Grand Rounds, outreach, and educational initiatives
Developing and implementing trauma performance improvement (PI) initiatives
Guiding trauma program development and strategic planning
Providing leadership across the trauma/ACS service line
Collaborating extensively with other specialties to support comprehensive trauma care
Ensuring ongoing compliance with state and national trauma certification standards
Overseeing trauma education, injury prevention, and community engagement programs
Representing the trauma program at local, regional, and national meetings
Partnering closely with EMS agencies and referring hospital networks
Providing clinical oversight and strategic direction for the broader trauma service line
Ideal Candidate
Board Certified/Board Eligible Surgical Critical Care Surgeon
Prior experience as a Trauma Medical Director, or significant experience in a trauma leadership role
Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive program growth
Full-time position; candidate must reside within the Lincoln community
Program & Service Line Profile
ACS-Verified Level II Trauma Center
Regional trauma registry program
Inpatient trauma rehabilitation
Trauma prevention and education program
Outpatient specialty clinic
da Vinci robotic surgical platform
11 operating rooms
Dedicated trauma OR room
Extensive, established specialty support:
Neurosurgery
Plastic surgery
Facial/Hand surgery
Orthopedic trauma
Cardiovascular
Vascular, CT Surgery
Emergency Medicine
Many More!
Broad-based EMS referral network
Epic EHR platform
Injury mix: approximately 95% blunt / 5% penetrating trauma
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive compensation package including:
Base salary
Production incentive
Additional call/shift pay
Quality bonus opportunities
Why Lincoln, Nebraska?
Lincoln offers physicians and their families an outstanding quality of life at a fraction of the cost of larger metro areas:
Affordable, comfortable living Lincoln consistently ranks among the most affordable U.S. cities, with a low cost of living and reasonably priced housing that goes a long way
Safe, family-friendly community Lincoln is known for its low crime rates, excellent public and private schools, and strong sense of community
Big-city amenities, small-city feel a vibrant downtown Haymarket district, thriving local restaurant and brewery scene, and a growing arts and culture calendar
Home of the Huskers University of Nebraska-Lincoln brings NCAA Division I athletics, including legendary Husker football and volleyball, plus continuing education and cultural opportunities
Easy commutes minimal traffic and short commute times mean more time for family and personal pursuits
Outdoor lifestyle extensive trail systems, parks, and lakes throughout Lincoln and the surrounding area
Central location easy access to Omaha, Kansas City, and Denver for regional travel
Lincoln is a place where physicians can build a lasting career and a genuinely great life for their family.
Interested candidates should contact Bryan Physician Network Physician Recruitment for more information.
Kendra Hagberg
Who can apply
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