About this opportunity
CHI lists this Division Chief - Thoracic Surgery opportunity in omaha, Nebraska. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Summary And Responsibilities
The Department of Surgery at Creighton University Medical Center CHI Health is excited to recruit an academic Chief of Thoracic Surgery to be part of our vibrant program and expand our clinical, research, and educational activities in conjunction with our Department of Surgery, Pulmonary Medicine, and Lynch Cancer Center.
The department is one of the nation’s highest quality, award‑winning programs. Our thoracic surgery program works with interventional medical and surgical teams in an integrated, multispecialty system, committed to the highest quality and outcomes. The program is further augmented by our inpatient and outpatient cardiac rehabilitation program. Resident activity with the department of surgery is highly engaging at our University Medical Center and Level I Trauma Center. The department trains over 25 residents and fellows, while the section of Pulmonary and Critical Medicine trains 15 fellows year over year.
Candidates will be working in an academic and teaching environment educating Creighton University’s surgical residents and medical students and conducting research in collaboration with scientists within Common Spirit Health and the Creighton University School of Medicine. The ideal candidate will be board‑certified in thoracic surgery with fellowship training in non‑cardiac thoracic surgery, have clinical experience in the management of thoracic diseases, and be trained in minimally invasive or robotic‑assisted surgery. A strong academic interest, participation in resident education, and clinical research are expected. A minimum of 5 years of experience with demonstrated leadership skills is preferred. A track record of scholarly and educational activities at the level of Associate Professor at Creighton University School of Medicine is desired.
Key Responsibilities & Qualifications
Expertise in robotic thoracic surgery
Collaborative work with foregut/minimally invasive surgery and pulmonary medicine teams
Educate Creighton University’s surgical residents, medical students, and conduct research with Common Spirit Health and Creighton University School of Medicine
Report to the Creighton Chair of Surgery and CHI Director of Surgery
Highly competitive salary guarantee
Paid relocation expenses
Electronic medical records via EPIC
Universal care model – entire hospital floor dedicated to CV
All cases staffed by B/C cardiac anesthesia
Four OR suites including one hybrid suite
Job Requirements
American Board Certified or Board Eligible in the specified area of medical specialty
A valid and unrestricted state medical license or license‑eligible
Board‑certified in thoracic surgery with fellowship training in non‑cardiac thoracic surgery
Clinical experience in the management of thoracic diseases
Training in minimally invasive or robotic‑assisted surgery
Where You'll Work
Omaha, Nebraska is consistently ranked as one of America’s best cities for livability, affordability, quality of life, and schooling. The Omaha metro area has a population of approximately 1 million and offers a variety of extra‑curricular activities with a robust trails system, multiple natural lakes, and a vibrant downtown with concert and other live show venues.
CHI and Creighton University Medical Center are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Women, under‑represented minorities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
Academic Health System
CHI Health is affiliated with Creighton University School of Medicine, a reputable and prestigious medical school with strong Jesuit values in education, research, and service. Together, we are shaping a new future for the academic health system, serving as a trend‑setting model for clinical care embedded in education, research and innovation.
Pay Range
$710,000 - $770,000 /year
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Worksite address
omaha, NE, 68197, US
Who can apply
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