Description
AHN System Chief of Trauma Surgery – Pittsburgh, PA
Physician Recruitment
The Allegheny Health Network (AHN), a leading integrated healthcare system in Western and Northwest PA, is recruiting a highly accomplished and visionary surgeon to serve as the System Chief of Trauma Surgery to lead a high-volume, nationally recognized Level I Trauma Center. This senior academic leader will oversee the strategic, clinical, educational, and research missions of the Division of Trauma Surgery within the Surgery Institute.
Job Duties
The Division Chief will play a key role in advancing trauma, critical care, and acute care surgery programs while fostering excellence in patient outcomes, faculty development, education, and scholarly activity. Reporting to the System Chair of the Surgical Institute, your responsibilities will include:
- Clinical Leadership:
- Provide strategic oversight and clinical leadership for trauma, surgical critical care, and acute care surgery services
- Ensure excellence in patient care, quality, safety, and regulatory compliance
- Collaborate with hospital leadership on trauma system development and regional outreach
- Administrative & Strategic Leadership:
- Lead division operations including faculty recruitment, retention, scheduling, and resource allocation
- Develop and execute a long-term strategic vision aligned with departmental and institutional priorities
- Manage divisional budgets and support service line growth
- Faculty development & Mentorship:
- Mentor junior faculty and trainees
- Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and professional development within the division
- Research & Scholarship:
- Foster a culture of academic inquiry and research excellence
- Support clinical, translational, outcomes, and health services research
- Encourage extramural funding, publications, and national presentations
Job Qualifications
- MD or DO degree and board certification in General Surgery
- Fellowship-trained in Trauma and Surgical Critical Care
- Pennsylvania medical licensure (or eligibility) required
- Demonstrated leadership experience in trauma or acute care surgery within an academic setting
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Strong commitment to patient care, research, and education.
- DEA and CPR Certification required prior to employment.
- Academic appointment at the level of Associate or Full Professor of Surgery
AHN Proudly Offers
- Competitive Compensation Package.
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance.
- Retirement Benefits.
- Generous PTO Plan.
- Additional benefits include, but not limited to: EAP, Employee Discounts, and Gym Discounts.
- A diverse & inclusive workforce with respective loan repayment for qualified candidates.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
Why AHN? It’s a blended healthcare organization providing patients with exceptional healthcare for over a century. We are forging innovative solutions and key partnerships to help transform the health experience of our patients in remarkable ways. AHN's innovative approach ensures that patients receive top-notch care close to home, supported by 14 hospitals, over 250 healthcare facilities and 3,000+ physicians.
Why Pittsburgh? Working in Pittsburgh, PA, offers a vibrant and dynamic environment with a rich cultural scene and a strong sense of community. Enjoy Pittsburgh’s nationally recognized hub for medical and tech innovation, culinary options, sporting events and many indoor/outdoor activities. Benefit from a low cost of living and highly regarded educational institutions. The city's diverse neighborhoods and thriving job market make it an ideal place for healthcare professionals to grow.
Email your CV and direct inquiries to:
Lauren Dunegan| Physician Recruiter | Allegheny Health Network
412-738-5400 or Lauren.Dunegan@ahn.org
