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Thoracic Surgeon Faculty

  • CHI Health Clinic
  • Omaha, Nebraska
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Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.

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As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all. To learn more about a calling that defines and unites, please click here for more information about our mission, vision, and values.

The posted compensation range of $600,000 - $650,000 /year is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID
2026-476688
Employment Type
Full Time
Department
Thoracic Surgery
Hours/Pay Period
80
Weekly Schedule
Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Shift
Day
Remote
No
Category
Physician
Job Summary and Responsibilities

Creighton University - CHI Health Thoracic Surgery 

The Department of Surgery at Creighton University Medical Center CHI Health is recruiting an academic  Thoracic Surgeon to join our vibrant program and expand our clinical, research, and educational activities.

The busy Thoracic Surgery program is part of an integrated, multispecialty system committed to the highest quality outcomes.  The Section of Pulmonary Medicine is ranked as one of the nation’s highest quality and is an award winning program.  The cancer center boasts the busiest medical and radiation oncologists in the region with a high level of expertise and a busy clinical trial portfolio.  The Thoracic program also collaborates with a regional, high volume gastroenterology group boasting a strong community outreach thereby establishing the program as a regional center of excellence.  

As a busy academic institution, Creighton University Medical Center CHI Health boasts a number of additional opportunities including the opportunity to conduct research in collaboration with scientists within Common Spirit and Creighton University School of Medicine

The Thoracic Surgery Division as a busy part of the Department of Surgery integrates residents, medical students and undergraduates in a rich teaching environment.   

The ideal candidate will be board certified or eligible in thoracic surgery with clinical experience in the management of thoracic diseases and minimally invasive surgery and/or robotic assisted surgery. In addition, the candidate should have a strong academic interest with a desire to educate and participate in research.  

  • Report to the Division Chief of Thoracic Surgery and CHI Health Chair of Surgery
  • Highly competitive Salary Guarantee 
  • Paid Relocation Expenses 
  • Omaha, Nebraska is consistently ranked as one of America’s best cities for livability, affordability, quality of life, and schooling.   
  • Electronic medical records via EPIC 
  • Universal Care model – entire hospital floor dedicated to thoracic and cardiac post operative patients
  • Dedicated access to robotic block time
  • CHI and Creighton University Medical Center are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Women, Under-represented minorities, and Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Requirements
  • Board certified or eligible in Thoracic Surgery
  • Minimally invasive/robotic surgery
  • Works collaboratively in a team 
  • Enjoy working in an academic research and teaching environment

Where You'll Work

About the Academic Health System

CHI/CommonSpirit 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 Academic Health and serving as a trendsetting model for the academic health system of clinical care embedded in education, research and innovation. Our new Academic Medical Center at Bergan Mercy supports a culture where academic and community physicians collaborate. 

About CHI Health

CHI Health, sponsored by Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI), is the largest faith-based healthcare 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.  

Total Rewards

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.

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CommonSpirit Health™ will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). External hires must pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with an arrest and/or conviction will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, ban the box laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (415) 438-5575 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). CommonSpirit Health™ participates in E-Verify.

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