Trauma System State Medical Director

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is seeking a qualified, board‑certified trauma surgeon to serve as the State Trauma System Medical Director. The contractor will act as the physician advisor and clinical authority for the statewide trauma system, chair performance‑improvement and clinical‑effectiveness committees, and provide oversight of all trauma‑care activities across Mississippi. The role requires a practicing trauma surgeon licensed in Mississippi, with at least ten years of experience as a trauma medical director and extensive familiarity with the Mississippi Trauma System of Care. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder and will be administered through MSDH’s OpenGov procurement portal. • Position: State Trauma System Medical Director (physician advisor) • Required qualifications: Board‑certified trauma surgeon, Mississippi medical license, ≥10 years trauma‑director experience, ≥10 years involvement in Mississippi Trauma System • Scope: Clinical leadership, system oversight, committee chairing, liaison with hospitals, EMS, and public‑health partners • Submission: Electronic bid via OpenGov portal by 10:00 a.m. CST, 16 Sep 2026 • Questions due: 31 Aug 2026, 10:00 a.m. CST • Award intent: 18 Sep 2026 (notice of intent) • Contract type: Professional services (non‑IT personnel)