Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Physician

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Creighton University School of Medicine, in partnership with CHI Health, is seeking a fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Sports Medicine surgeon to join its growing academic practice in Omaha, Nebraska. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an expanding Sports Medicine program within a rapidly developing academic health system, with opportunities to shape your clinical practice, contribute to resident education, and participate in research.

The successful candidate will join a high-volume Sports Medicine division performing nearly 1,500 surgeries annually, with a strong commitment to clinical excellence and exceptional patient outcomes. We are specifically seeking a surgeon with experience and proficiency in hip arthroscopy, as hip scopes will be an important and ongoing component of this physician's practice. The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to further develop this area of their practice while collaborating with an experienced team of orthopaedic surgeons.

Creighton University and CHI Health are investing in the future of academic orthopaedics through the establishment of a new Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program, led by Department Chair, and the development of a state-of-the-art Orthopaedic Center of Excellence at CHI Health. Joining the team offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth while helping shape the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons.

As part of a dynamic academic environment, the physician will have opportunities to work alongside medical students and residents, participate in teaching and mentorship, and pursue clinical research in collaboration with CommonSpirit Health and Creighton University School of Medicine.

Requirements: 

• Board certified or eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery
• Fellowship-trained in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
• Experience and proficiency in hip arthroscopy, with the ability and interest to incorporate hip scopes into their practice
• Minimally invasive/robotic surgery (MAKO)
• Works collaboratively in a team
• Enjoys working in an academic research and teaching environment

Omaha is Nebraska’s largest city with over 1,000,000 residents in the metropolitan area.  Omaha has a strong and vibrant business community and the city is home to four fortune 500 companies including Union Pacific Railroad, Mutual of Omaha, Berkshire Hathaway and Peter Kiewit and Sons.  We are home to the NCAA College World Series, Olympic Swim Trials and the world renowned Henry Doorly Zoo.  Greater Omaha has a strong system of public and private schools.  

Academic Health System 

At CHI Health, we believe in the power of education.  That’s why, as partners with Creighton University School of Medicine, we’re shaping a new future for Academic Health.  Our newest Academic Medical Center supports a culture where academic and community physicians collaborate.  Together, we’re taking education, research and innovation well into the future.  

About CHI Health

CHI Health, part of CommonSpirit Health is the largest faith based health-care system in Nebraska and Southwest, Iowa.  A growing multi-specialty network of highly skilled medical providers, we offer primary and specialty care at more than 100 locations throughout Nebraska and Southwest Iowa.  CHI Health Clinic employs over 900 physicians and advanced practice clinicians representing more than 40 plus specialties. 

Catholic Health Initiatives is a part of CommonSpirit®, one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people.

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.