General Surgeon — Veteran-Centric Whole Health System

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Omaha (NE)

On-site

USD 250,000 - 360,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Nebraska-Western Iowa Health Care System seeks a General Surgeon to deliver comprehensive surgical care in a patient-centered, multidisciplinary setting in Omaha.

You will evaluate patients across outpatient, inpatient, and perioperative settings and perform procedures within granted privileges. Join a dedicated team focused on veteran care, contribute to perioperative planning, collaborate with residents and staff, and help advance process improvements

Qualifications

US citizenship with full, unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in the United States.
MD or DO from an education program approved by VA for the year completed; degree recognized by VA.
Residency in an accredited core specialty leading to board certification (ACGME or AOA).
English proficiency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients in outpatient, inpatient, emergency and perioperative settings.
Perform operative and bedside procedures within granted privileges.
Provide perioperative management and follow-up care.
Determine surgical indications and treatment plans.
Coordinate multidisciplinary patient care with residents, APPs, and staff.
Supervise and collaborate with residents and nursing/ancillary staff.
Maintain timely medical records in CPRS/Cerner per VHA policy.
Participate in surgical call coverage as assigned.
Work schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00am–4:30pm.