Cardiac Anesthesiologist

CHI; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 630,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting bonus/education stipend

13 weeks paid time off

CME allowance

401(k) with employer match

Relocation assistance

Malpractice tail coverage

Licensure reimbursement

Job summary

CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center – Bergan Mercy in Omaha is seeking a Cardiac Anesthesiologist to join a team of 23 anesthesiologists and 27 CRNAs. Fellowship-trained candidates will care for a high-acuity cardiac population and support a growing structural heart program in a Level I Trauma Center.

You will perform intraoperative TEE, collaborate with surgeons, cardiologists, and intensivists, and mentor residents and CRNAs.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• ACGME-accredited Anesthesiology Residency completed.
• Fellowship in Cardiac Anesthesiology.
• Board certified or board eligible in Anesthesiology.
• Advanced perioperative TEE certification (or eligible).
• Eligible for medical licensure in Nebraska.

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthetic care for adult cardiac surgical cases (CABG, valve, structural heart interventions).
• Perform intraoperative transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) and interpret results.
• Collaborate with cardiac surgeons, cardiologists, intensivists, and teams across specialties.
• Supervise and mentor CRNAs, residents, and medical students.
• Engage in teaching, research, and quality improvement; contribute to residency program development.

Skills

Cardiac anesthesia

Education

MD or DO degree

ACGME-anesthesiology residency

Cardiac anesthesiology fellowship

Board certified/eligible in Anesthesiology

Advanced perioperative TEE certification

Nebraska medical licensure eligibility

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Cardiac Anesthesiologist, you will join CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center – Bergan Mercy, a 391-bed Level I Trauma Center and academic medical center, where you'll practice within a collaborative care team of 23 anesthesiologists and 27 CRNAs. Fellowship-trained candidates will have the opportunity to provide care for a high-acuity patient population while supporting a high-volume cardiovascular and expanding structural heart program. This role is ideal for physicians seeking exposure to complex cardiac cases, opportunities for teaching and academic involvement, and the ability to help shape a newly approved Anesthesiology Residency Program launching in 2026. The practice utilizes the EPIC electronic medical record (EMR) system, providing an integrated and efficient clinical workflow across the health system.

Every day you will provide anesthetic care for a full spectrum of adult cardiac surgical procedures, including CABG and valve surgeries, structural heart interventions (TAVR, MitraClip, Watchman, and TriClip), complex aortic surgery, and patients supported by a robust ECMO program. You will perform and interpret intraoperative transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), collaborate closely with cardiac surgeons, cardiologists, intensivists, and multidisciplinary care teams, and supervise and mentor CRNAs, anesthesiology residents, and medical students in a collaborative, team-based environment. This role offers the opportunity to maintain a highly specialized cardiac anesthesiology practice while caring for high-acuity patients and participating in advanced surgical procedures within a supportive academic setting.

To be successful in this role, you will be fellowship-trained in Cardiac Anesthesiology and possess advanced TEE certification, with a passion for delivering exceptional patient care and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. You will have an interest in academic medicine and enjoy educating the next generation of physicians through an academic appointment with Creighton University School of Medicine. Opportunities include teaching medical students and anesthesiology residents in our newly launched residency program, helping develop the cardiac anesthesia curriculum, participating in research and quality improvement initiatives, and contributing to the future development of a cardiac anesthesia fellowship program if desired.

We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support your career and well-being. This includes a starting bonus or education stipend, 13 weeks of paid time off, a generous CME allowance, a 401(k) with employer match, relocation assistance, paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage, and reimbursement for medical licensure expenses. Our comprehensive package allows you to focus on providing exceptional patient care while enjoying outstanding work-life balance and long-term career support.

Job Requirements

• MD or DO degree
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Anesthesiology Residency
• Fellowship training in Cardiac Anesthesiology
• Board certified or board eligible in Anesthesiology
• Advanced Perioperative TEE certification (or eligible)
• Eligible for medical licensure in Nebraska

Where You'll Work

Are you looking for a place where you can build a rewarding medical career while enjoying a great quality of life? Consider Omaha! Omaha offers a compelling combination of professional opportunities and a family-friendly environment. The cost of living, particularly housing (30% below the national average), is very attractive, and the city boasts excellent schools and a vibrant arts and culture scene. As the headquarters for several Fortune 500 companies, including Union Pacific Railroad, and Mutual of Omaha. With a metro population exceeding 975,000, Omaha provides the amenities of a large city without the drawbacks of a long commute – the average is just 20 minutes. We are home to the NCAA College World Series, the 2012 Olympic Swim Trials and the world renowned Henry Doorly ZooYou'll also find a friendly and welcoming community that makes it easy to settle in. For providers, Omaha's growing healthcare sector translates into ample opportunities for professional growth and development. It’s a place where you can truly thrive, both personally and professionally. It's no surprise that Omaha is consistently recognized as one of the best places to live and work.

Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) is a member of CommonSpirit Health™

a nonprofit, Catholic health system committed to building healthier communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen—both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

CommonSpirit was created by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health as a single ministry in early 2019. With a large geographic footprint representing diverse populations across the U.S. and a mission to serve the most vulnerable, CommonSpirit is a leader in advancing the shift from sick care to well care, and advocating for social justice.

Creighton University School of Medicine

CHI Health and Creighton University are partners in providing healthcare, education, and research in the Omaha area and beyond. This partnership focuses on improving patient care through collaboration and innovation. CHI Health serves as a primary teaching hospital and research partner for Creighton's health science schools, offering a wide range of opportunities for medical and allied health professionals. To learn more visit: CHI Health & Creighton University Partnership

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Pay Range

$630,000 - $650,000 /year