Division Chief, Cardiac Anesthesiology

CommonSpirit Health; Omaha (NE); Vor Ort; USD 350.000 - 400.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Starting bonus or education stipend

13 weeks of paid time off

Generous CME allowance

401(k) with employer match

Relocation assistance

Paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage

Zusammenfassung

CHI Health Clinic in Omaha is seeking a Division Chief of Cardiac Anesthesiology to lead a high-volume academic cardiovascular program. You will have the opportunity to mentor residents and medical students while providing strategic leadership in a collaborative environment.

The role requires a fellowship-trained cardiac anesthesiologist with advanced TEE expertise, with responsibilities including leading complex procedures and developing clinical protocols.

Competitive compensation package includes relocation assistance, generous PTO, and CME allowances for a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifikationen

• Fellowship-trained Cardiac Anesthesiologist with advanced TEE expertise.
• Passion for academic medicine, leadership, and innovation.
• Eligible for medical licensure in Nebraska.

Aufgaben

• Lead a high-volume cardiac anesthesiology program.
• Provide anesthetic care for advanced cardiac procedures.
• Develop clinical protocols and oversee quality initiatives.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Advanced TEE expertise

Teaching and mentoring

Clinical excellence

Ausbildung

MD or DO degree

Completion of Anesthesiology Residency

Fellowship training in Cardiac Anesthesiology

Jobbeschreibung

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Division Chief of Cardiac Anesthesiology, you will lead and grow a high-volume academic cardiovascular program at CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center – Bergan Mercy, a 391-bed Level I Trauma Center and flagship academic medical center in Omaha, Nebraska. You'll provide strategic leadership for a dedicated team of 6–8 cardiac anesthesiologists within a collaborative department of 23 anesthesiologists and 27 CRNAs while helping shape the future of cardiac anesthesiology through clinical excellence, faculty development, recruitment, quality improvement, and program growth. Working closely with cardiac surgery, cardiology, and hospital leadership, you'll help advance a comprehensive cardiovascular program that includes structural heart interventions and mechanical circulatory support, all supported by the EPIC electronic medical record system.

Clinical Practice

Every day you will maintain an active clinical practice providing anesthetic care for a full spectrum of advanced adult cardiac procedures, including CABG and valve surgeries, structural heart interventions (TAVR, MitraClip, Watchman, and others), complex aortic surgery, and ECMO cases. You'll perform and interpret advanced intraoperative TEE, collaborate within a multidisciplinary heart team to optimize perioperative outcomes, develop clinical protocols and care pathways, oversee quality and regulatory initiatives, mentor faculty, and represent the division through strategic leadership and national professional engagement.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will be a fellowship-trained Cardiac Anesthesiologist with advanced TEE expertise and a passion for academic medicine, leadership, and innovation. You will enjoy teaching and mentoring residents and medical students through Creighton University School of Medicine's newly established Anesthesiology Residency Program, with opportunities to develop a future cardiac anesthesia fellowship, expand research and quality initiatives, support faculty academic advancement, and help build one of the region's premier academic cardiac anesthesiology programs.

Benefits

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

Consider Omaha! Omaha offers a compelling combination of professional opportunities and a family-friendly environment. The cost of living, particularly housing, 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, it provides ample opportunities for professional growth and development. It’s a place where you can truly thrive, both personally and professionally.

CHI Health Initiatives (CHI) is a member of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit Catholic health system committed to building healthier communities, advocating for the poor and vulnerable, and innovating healing. Creighton University School of Medicine partners with CHI Health to provide healthcare, education, and research in the Omaha area and beyond.