Surgery - Trauma Physician

Chief of Surgery Opportunity - Lewiston, MEPosition Highlights:Full-time physician leadership opportunity with protected administrative time (0.5 FTE)Serve in a key executive leadership role within a regional health systemPartner within an administrative dyad structure to lead hospital-based surgical servicesOversight of section chiefs and collaboration across multiple departments and service linesOpportunity to shape strategic growth, physician leadership development, and quality initiativesLeadership Responsibilities:Provide operational and strategic leadership for surgical and hospital-based service linesCollaborate on development and oversight of operational and capital budgetsLead initiatives focused on patient safety, quality outcomes, and access to careSupport physician performance management and professional developmentDrive integration and optimization of electronic medical record utilization and patient access initiativesFoster a patient-centered culture across hospital-based departments and practicesCollaborate with physician, nursing, and administrative leadership to improve care transitions and operational reliabilityParticipate in long-term strategic planning and implementation across the health systemPromote leadership development and mentorship of future physician leadersAdministrative & Clinical Environment:Leadership role within a collaborative matrixed healthcare systemDirect reporting relationship to system Chief Medical OfficerOpportunity to influence organizational strategy and system-wide surgical operationsEmphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration and operational excellenceQualifications:MD or DO degree requiredActive unrestricted Maine medical licenseBoard Certification requiredActive medical staff membership with unrestricted privilegesDemonstrated clinical excellence and strong medical staff citizenshipStrong communication, leadership, and collaboration skillsExperience or interest in operational leadership, budgeting, and healthcare administration preferredAbility to work effectively within dyad and matrix leadership structuresCompensation & Benefits:Competitive compensation packageSign-on bonus available for qualified candidatesComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and malpractice coverageCME support and leadership development opportunitiesCommunity:Located in central Maine with access to exceptional outdoor recreation and New England livingFamily-friendly communities with excellent schools and affordable housingYear-round activities including hiking, skiing, boating, and coastal accessConvenient proximity to larger New England metro areas while maintaining a balanced lifestyle