Description

Position Overview

The Department of Surgery at Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is seeking a full-time academic surgeon to join the Acute Care Surgery (ACS) Service at Grady Health System. This position is open to new graduates and mid-career surgeons who are board-certified or board-eligible in General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care, having completed a two-year AAST-accredited Trauma and Critical Care Fellowship.

The successful candidate will hold a full-time clinical appointment with Grady Health System and an academic appointment at Morehouse School of Medicine. Clinical responsibilities include coverage of Trauma Surgery, Emergency General Surgery, and the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) at Grady Memorial Hospital. Faculty members are also expected to teach medical students and residents, participate in clinical research, and contribute to programmatic and academic development within the department.

Grady Memorial Hospital is the only ACS-verified Level I Trauma Center in Atlanta, with approximately 10,000 trauma admissions annually, serving both the Atlanta community and as a referral center for surrounding hospitals. The new faculty member will join a collaborative team of 15 Acute Care Surgeons and 3 Non-Surgical Intensivists, providing high-quality, evidence-based care in a multidisciplinary, academic environment.

As part of Morehouse School of Medicine’s partnership with Grady Health System and Emory University School of Medicine, this position offers access to a broad spectrum of academic opportunities including clinical innovation, research, community engagement, and systems development. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to academic surgery, clinical excellence, mentorship, and service to diverse and underserved populations, consistent with the mission and values of Morehouse School of Medicine.

Department Overview

The Department of Surgery at Morehouse School of Medicine is committed to advancing surgical education, clinical care, and research through innovation, collaboration, and service. Faculty members are dedicated to training the next generation of surgeons and physician leaders who will reduce health disparities and expand access to high-quality care.

Through its partnership with Grady Health System—one of the nation’s largest public academic hospitals—and Emory University School of Medicine, the Department provides a rich clinical and academic environment with diverse opportunities for education, research, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive clinical care in Trauma Surgery, Emergency General Surgery, and the Surgical Intensive Care Unit at Grady Memorial Hospital.
• Participate in the education and training of medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Engage in clinical research, quality improvement, and scholarly activities that advance the department’s academic mission.
• Contribute to programmatic development and departmental initiatives that enhance patient care, education, and service.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes and promote excellence in acute care surgery and critical care.
• Provide night, weekend, and holiday coverage as part of the faculty call rotation.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Medical Degree: MD or DO degree; board-certified or board-eligible in General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care.
• Experience: Completion of a two-year AAST-accredited Trauma and Critical Care Fellowship.
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, education, research, and service to diverse and underserved populations.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Georgia.
• Strong commitment to academic medicine, teaching, research, and service to underserved populations.
• Demonstrated excellence in clinical care, teamwork, and communication.
    

Application Instructions

Interested applicants should submit the following materials:

• A current curriculum vitae (CV).
• Contact information for three professional references.
• All application materials should be submitted electronically through the Morehouse School of Medicine Careers Portal or sent directly to:

Department of Surgery
Morehouse School of Medicine
Attn: Stacy Dougherty-Welch, MD, FACS
Email:  sdoughertywelch@msm.edu

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Morehouse School of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

MSM is committed to building an inclusive and diverse faculty and strongly encourages applications from women, underrepresented minorities, and individuals who are dedicated to advancing health equity and medical education.