Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Orthopaedic Trauma Physician, you will be a part of our Division of Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery at Creighton University Medical Center and CHI Health as part of our vibrant ACS designated Level I Trauma Surgery program and expand our clinical, surgical, research, and educational activities in conjunction with our Department of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Every day you will provide excellent outcomes, in collaboration with a highly ranked team of ten Trauma-Critical Care Surgeons. Our Division of Orthopaedic Trauma as part of our integrated, multi-specialty system, working with every member of the Trauma team committed to the highest outcome of every procedure we perform.
To be successful in this role, you will be ABOS eligible or certified with graduation from an ACGME Accredited Trauma Fellowship. This opportunity is ripe for a busy individual to join our Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and all of its domains in partnership with outstanding colleagues and forward-thinking and dynamic academic and business leadership.
In collaboration with Creighton University School of Medicine, the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery will establish a residency program, led by our Department Chair, Dr. Ranjan Gupta, in conjunction with a newly created Orthopaedic Center of excellence at CHI Health.
Resident activity with the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery will be highly engaging at our University Medical Center and Level I Trauma Center.
- Working in an academic teaching environment educating Creighton University Medical Center and conducting research in collaboration with scientists within Common Spirit and Creighton University School of Medicine.
- Reporting to the Creighton & CHI Health Department Chair of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Seven (7) Days per week of APP support
- Maximum Six (6) 24 hour call nights per month
- Omaha, Nebraska is consistently ranked as one of America's best cities for livability, affordability, quality of life, and schooling.
- Four Large ED Trauma Bays
- ED & OR team attends all activations
- Dedicated OR Trauma room and OR Team
- CHI and Creighton University Medical Center are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Women, Under-represented minorities, and Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
We are offering a comprehensive compensation structure as well as benefits including: CME, vacation, health, dental, vision, 401k, disability and malpractice with tail coverage.
Job Requirements Required:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution
- Board certification or eligibility in Orthopaedic Surgery
- Active or eligible license in the state of Nebraska
- Strong clinical skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with children, families, and health-care professionals
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
- Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to adults and families
Where You'll Work
Community: Practice in Omaha, Nebraska, a vibrant metropolitan area of more than 1 million residents consistently recognized for its affordability, economic strength, family-friendly environment, and exceptional quality of life. As Nebraska's largest city, Omaha offers the amenities of a major metropolitan area while maintaining a welcoming Midwestern culture and reasonable cost of living.
- Ranked among America's Best Cities to Live and Best Cities for Young Professionals
- Nebraska ranks in the top 10 Best State to Practice Medicine(WalletHub)
- Home to nationally recognized public and private school systems and multiple higher education institutions, including Creighton University and the University of Nebraska Omaha
- Served by Eppley Airfield with nonstop flights to major destinations across the United States
- Thriving arts, entertainment, and culinary scene featuring the Old Market District, Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, The RiverFront, CHI Health Center Omaha, and numerous cultural attractions
- Professional and collegiate sports, extensive parks and trail systems, golf, outdoor recreation, and year-round community events
- Convenient location with easy access to Lincoln, Kansas City, Des Moines, and the broader Midwest region
Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) is a part of
CommonSpirit , one of the nation's largest nonprofit, faith-based health systems dedicated to advancing healthcare for all people.
Pay Range$759,000 - 760,000 /year
