Acute Care Surgeon - Academic Rank/Depends on Qualifications

University Of Nebraska Medical Center; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 300,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

The University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha is seeking an Acute Care Surgeon to join our Division of Acute Care Surgery. You will work in a high-volume environment alongside 20 surgeons and APPs, with patient care spanning elective and emergency general surgery, trauma, and surgical critical care.

We value teaching and research, with opportunities to mentor residents and fellows and participate in education programs. Loan forgiveness available for qualifying employees.

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent degree required.
• Board certified or board eligible in Surgical Critical Care.
• Fellowship in Surgical Critical Care completed.

Responsibilities

• Broad scope of practice including elective general surgery, emergency general surgery, trauma, and surgical critical care.
• Train and mentor residents, fellows, and medical students in a high-volume setting.
• Engage in clinical research and education programs.

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Job description

Acute Care Surgeon - Academic Rank/Depends on Qualifications

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location

Location Omaha, NE

Requisition Number:

Requisition Number: 2025 - 349

Department

Department Surgery-Acute Care Surgery 50003925

Business Unit(College/Institute)

Business Unit(College/Institute) College of Medicine

FTE:

100

Reg-Temp

Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule

Work Schedule M-F 8-5; some night call and weekends; varies

Requisition Category

Requisition Category Faculty

Requisition Title

Requisition Title Acute Care Surgeon - Academic Rank/Depends on Qualifications

Job Title/Academic Rank

Job Title/Academic Rank Acute Care Surgeon - Academic Rank/Depends on Qualifications

Additional Requisition Title

Appointment Type

Appointment Type DOQ - DEPENDS ON QUALS

Salary Range

Salary Range Salary Commensurate with Experience

Job/EEO Category

Job/EEO Category Faculty

Job Requisition Begin Date

Job Requisition Begin Date 12/16/2025

Position Qualification

Position Summary

The Division of Acute Care Surgery ( ACS ) at the University of Nebraska Medical Center ( UNMC ) in Omaha is seeking a dedicated Acute Care Surgeon to join our collaborative and supportive team of 20 surgeons and a robust group of APPs.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a collegial team committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a dynamic and high-volume environment. Our hospital partner, Nebraska Medicine, is an American College of Surgeons-designated Level I Trauma Center and a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, managing:

• 3,100+ trauma-related admissions annually
• 2,100+ emergency general surgery cases per year

Opportunity Highlights:

• Broad scope of practice, including elective general surgery, emergency general surgery, trauma, and surgical critical care, managing high-acuity patients
• Join a fast-paced, high-volume, and high-performing surgical team
• Train and mentor future surgeons in our ACGME -accredited Surgical Critical Care Fellowship
• Access to Da Vinci Robotic Surgical Systems with dedicated robot block time
• Opportunities to engage in clinical research and education programs
• Mentor and train residents, fellows, and medical students
• Loan Forgiveness – UNMC is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSLF ) Program

Why Omaha?

• Affordable living with a high quality of life
• A thriving arts, entertainment, and dining scene
• Exciting attractions, including the NCAA Men’s College Baseball World Series and the world-famous Henry Doorly Zoo
• Highly competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits and employer-paid retirement contributions
• Generous CME allowance and paid time off
• A supportive environment for personal and professional growth

The ideal candidate must be an MD/DO (or equivalent degree) who is board certified or board eligible in Surgical Critical Care, have completed a fellowship in Surgical Critical Care and demonstrate a strong interest in teaching residents and medical students.

The ideal candidate must be an MD/DO (or equivalent degree) who is board certified or board eligible in Surgical Critical Care, have completed a fellowship in Surgical Critical Care and demonstrate a strong interest in teaching residents and medical students.

Supplemental Qualifications

WORKING ENVIRONMENT The information provided below best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office environment, Lab environment, Clinical environment Other working environment NA

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Bending, stooping, twisting Occasionally

Crawling Not Applicable

Driving

Driving Not Applicable

Kneeling

Kneeling Occasionally

Reaching

Reaching Occasionally

Sitting Up to 2 hours

Standing

Standing 2-5 hours

Squatting Occasionally

Walking

Walking Up to 2 hours

EXPOSURES

Atmospheric

Atmospheric Yes

Blood/body fluids

Blood/body fluids Yes

Chemical hazards

Chemical hazards Yes

Working on or around moving machinery

Working on or around moving machinery Yes

Electrical current

Electrical current Yes

Noise No

Changes of temperature/humidity

Changes of temperature/humidity No

Wear PPE

Wear PPE Yes

Work with laboratory animals

Work with laboratory animals Yes

Radiation

Operating hand/power tools

Operating hand/power tools Yes

If you answered yes to any area above, please explain

Atmospheric: biohazards, radiation (x-rays), exposure to patients and research materials
Blood/body fluids: during patient exams and procedures
Chemical hazards: lab chemicals
Working on or around machinery: Medical/lab equipment
Electrical current: Medical/lab equipment
Work with lab animals: Research animals (mice/pigs/rabbits)
Operating hand/power tools: laparoscopic tools, other medical/lab equipment

Hand/Wrists

Fine Manipulation

Fine Manipulation Both

Repetitive Motion

Repetitive Motion Both

Grasping

Grasping Both

If you selected any area above, please explain

Operation of surgical tools and medical equipment during surgical procedures

Addtional

Describe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description.

Required Documents

• C.V.
• Cover Letter

Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you possess an MD, DO, MBBS or equivalent degree?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you board certified or board eligible?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • Careerlink
  • Employee Referral
  • HERC
  • Indeed
  • Job Fair
  • Lincoln Journal Star
  • Linkedin
  • Omaha World Herald
  • UNMC Job Site
  • Facebook
  • NEWorks
  • Handshake
  • Other
• * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

  (Open Ended Question)

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