Joining the Baylor Scott & White Health team of medical professionals is a calling that is both fulfilling and rewarding. Our culture thrives in a physician-led spirit of excellence. Becoming a member of our multidisciplinary team provides access to collegiality, innovation, and advanced technology. National and regional recognition of our hospitals by U.S. News & World Report reflects our talent and commitment to providing safe, compassionate, high-quality care.
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Hillcrest is seeking an outstanding Trauma / Critical Care Surgeon to join the Division of Acute Care Surgery within the Department of Surgery at our hospital in Waco, TX. This is an employed career opportunity offering a competitive salary, productivity bonus, generous benefits, relocation assistance, work-life balance, and no state income tax.
Candidates must be trauma and critical care trained and BC/BE in both General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care.
Position Information
Shift-based position focused on trauma and acute care surgery coverage
Join an established team as the sixth trauma surgeon
Supported by two APPs who provide day-shift coverage on a 7-on/7-off schedule
Privileges at our ACS-verified Level II Trauma Center in Waco, TX
Responsible for trauma and acute care surgery consults while on call
Dedicated 24-hour OR suite for trauma and acute care surgery cases
Opportunity to provide surgical critical care coverage in the 24-bed ICU
Home call for acute care surgery is possible
Opportunity for an elective general surgery practice
Laparoscopic surgery experience preferred
Access to advanced robotic technology, including four da Vinci® robotic surgical systems
Benefits
Baylor Scott & White also offers a generous benefits package for clinical physicians, including:
Malpractice coverage
Life, AD&D, disability, and long-term care insurance contributions
Medical and dental contributions
Annual retirement contribution
Paid vacation and administrative (“CME”) leave
Academic funds for eligible dues, fees, travel, and CME activities
About Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Hillcrest
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Hillcrest is a full-service community hospital and part of Baylor Scott & White Health, one of the largest not-for-profit healthcare systems in Texas. Serving Waco and surrounding Central Texas communities, the hospital provides comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, surgical, and emergency care across a wide range of specialties.
Hillcrest serves as a key regional referral center and offers advanced clinical services supported by a broad primary care and specialty network. The hospital is recognized for nursing excellence through Magnet® designation and plays an important role in supporting coordinated care across the region.
About Waco, Texas
Located along the Brazos River between Dallas and Austin, Waco offers a blend of small-town charm and growing urban amenities. Residents enjoy outdoor recreation, parks and trails along the Brazos River, museums, local dining, cultural attractions, and a revitalized downtown district.
Waco offers an appealing combination of affordability, community connection, and convenient access to major Texas cities.
Contact Information:
Please direct all inquiries, CVs, and referrals to:
Teresa Washington, SHRM-CP
Sr. Physician Recruiter
Teresa.Washington1@BSWHealth.org
512-509-0034
Qualifications
MD/DO degree
Fellowship training in Trauma, Surgical Critical Care, or Acute Care Surgery
Trauma and critical care training required
Board Certification or Board Eligibility by the American Board of Surgery or Osteopathic Board Certification
Texas Medical License
Fellow of the American College of Surgeons when qualified
ATLS; BLS/ACLS; and PALS
Experience with the surgical care of trauma, acute surgical, and critical care patients