Division Chief - Thoracic Surgery

CHI; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 710,000 - 770,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid relocation expenses

Highly competitive salary guarantee

Job summary

CHI is seeking a Chief of Thoracic Surgery at Creighton University Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska. This role involves leading a dynamic program focused on clinical, research, and educational activities. Candidates should have board certification in thoracic surgery, ideally with fellowship training in non-cardiac thoracic surgery and a minimum of 5 years of experience.

The position includes responsibilities such as educating surgical residents, conducting research, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. A competitive salary package is offered, including relocation expenses.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with leadership skills.
• Experience in managing thoracic diseases and minimally invasive surgery.
• Strong academic interest and record of scholarly activities.

Responsibilities

• Educate surgical residents and medical students.
• Conduct research in collaboration with Common Spirit Health.
• Work with interventional medical teams.

Skills

Robotic thoracic surgery

Collaboration with surgical teams

Clinical research

Resident education

Education

Board-certified in thoracic surgery

Fellowship training in non-cardiac thoracic surgery

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