Acute Care Surgery Opportunities

The Hospital of Central Connecticut | Hartford HealthCare

Acute Care Surgeon | Trauma Surgeon | Surgical Critical Care Physician Jobs in Connecticut

The Hospital of Central Connecticut (HOCC), a member of Hartford HealthCare, is seeking talented physicians to join our growing Acute Care Surgery program in Central Connecticut. We are currently recruiting for two exciting opportunities within a collaborative, high-performing team dedicated to trauma, emergency general surgery, critical care, education, and outstanding patient care.

Position Opportunities

Acute Care Surgeon/Surgical Intensivist:
Join a well-established team of fellowship-trained surgical intensivists providing comprehensive trauma, emergency general surgery, and critical care services. Candidates with fellowship training in surgical critical care and/or an interest in trauma and acute care surgery are encouraged to apply.

Trauma Program Leadership Opportunity:
An experienced acute care or trauma surgeon is sought to help lead the continued growth of our Trauma program. This physician leader will play a key role in advancing clinical excellence, mentoring surgeons and APPs, supporting quality initiatives, and preparing for future Level II Trauma Center designation.

About the program:
The Hospital of Central Connecticut is a busy community teaching hospital and designated Level III Trauma Center with plans to pursue Level II Trauma Center verification in 2028.

Our Acute Care Surgery program includes:

• Seven full-time acute care surgery and trauma surgeons

• Seven full-time trauma advanced practice providers

• More than 25 surgical and critical care APPs

• Collaborative multidisciplinary trauma and critical care teams

• Academic affiliations with the University of Connecticut School of Medicine and Quinnipiac University School of Medicine

• Growing robotic emergency general surgery program

• Opportunities to develop elective surgery practices based on individual interests

In 2025, the Trauma program evaluated more than 2,600 trauma patients and admitted over 1,300 patients, providing surgeons with a high-volume and diverse clinical experience.

Why join Hartford HealthCare?
Hartford HealthCare is Connecticut's most integrated healthcare system, offering physicians access to extensive clinical, academic, leadership, and research opportunities.

Our network includes:

• Nine acute care hospitals

• One of the largest academic and surgical hospitals in the Northeast

• Community teaching hospitals across Connecticut

• A physician-led medical group with more than 1,000 providers

Physicians enjoy a supportive culture focused on innovation, collaboration, quality outcomes, and professional growth.

Academic and professional development opportunities:

• Clinical faculty appointment through the University of Connecticut School of Medicine

• Protected administrative and academic time

• Robust research and teaching opportunities

• Leadership development through the Hartford HealthCare Provider Leadership Development Institute

• Comprehensive physician well-being support through the Office of Provider Wellness

Schedule and benefits:

• Twelve-hour shifts

• Protected non-clinical time

• Competitive compensation package

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Relocation assistance available

• Malpractice coverage provided

Live and work in Connecticut:

Located between Boston and New York City, Central Connecticut offers an exceptional quality of life, nationally ranked schools, vibrant communities, coastal living, outdoor recreation, and easy access to major metropolitan areas. Enjoy all four seasons while building a rewarding surgical career within one of New England's premier healthcare systems.

Qualifications:

• Board-certified or board-eligible in general surgery

• Fellowship training in surgical critical care preferred for intensivist position

• Eligible for Connecticut medical licensure

• Leadership candidates should possess demonstrated trauma or acute care surgery leadership experience

• Physicians with three or more years of experience preferred; outstanding early-career candidates will be considered

Join Hartford HealthCare and help shape the future of acute care surgery at The Hospital of Central Connecticut.