Trauma Surgeon in Santa Barbara County, California

California

Full-Time

Inpatient and Outpatient

MD/DO

## Trauma Surgeon in Santa Maria, California

Join a respected community hospital on California’s Central Coast as a Trauma Surgeon and play a vital role in delivering high-acuity care to one of the busiest trauma programs in the region. You’ll work alongside an experienced surgical team at a designated Level II Trauma Center serving Northern Santa Barbara and Southern San Luis Obispo Counties, where your skills truly make an impact.

What We Offer You

  • Robust Trauma Program: Join a busy Level II trauma center with 24-hour emergency physician and anesthesia coverage
  • Collaborative Team Structure: Work alongside four trauma surgeons, experienced NPs, and PAs with a shared mission of providing excellent care
  • Balanced Schedule: Base salary includes 91 24-hour primary shifts per year, with additional shifts available at $2,380 each
  • Career and Lifestyle Harmony: Enjoy a stable schedule and a supportive team that values time outside the hospital

### ** What You Bring**

  • Board Certified / Eligible in General Surgery
  • Surgical Critical Care Fellowship Completion
  • California Medical License (or eligibility)
  • Team-oriented and committed to exceptional trauma care

### ** Compensation and Benefits**

  • Base Salary: $450,000 (91 primary 24-hour shifts included)
  • Shift Add-On: $2,380 per additional shift
  • Signing Bonus: $50,000 sign-on bonus plus relocation assistance
  • Production Incentives: Additional wRVU incentives provided

### ** Live and Work on California’s Central Coast**

Santa Barbara County, CA offers the perfect blend of small-town warmth and coastal California living. Nestled between rolling vineyards and the Pacific Ocean, you’ll enjoy mild weather year-round, easy access to beaches, and proximity to several central coast communities like San Luis Obispo and Pismo Beach. Affordable housing, excellent schools, and a relaxed pace make it an ideal location for physicians seeking both career growth and a balanced lifestyle.

Reach out today to find out how this opportunity can align with your priorities in and out of the hospital.

Job ID:JN -102025-34471

Last updated November 3, 2025

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