Orthopaedic Oncology Surgeon Faculty - Creighton University - CHI

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at The Creighton University School of Medicine, in partnership with CHI Health and Creighton University Medical Center seeks an academic orthopaedic surgeon specializing in Oncologic Surgery to join our expanding clinic practice in Omaha, NE.

The busy Orthopaedic surgeon will be expected to collaborate with our integrated Oncology Service Line, committed to highest quality outcomes. In collaboration with Creighton University School of Medicine, the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery will establish a residency program, led by our Department Chair, Dr. Ranjan Gupta, in conjunction with a newly created Orthopaedic Center of excellence at CHI Health.

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 in its own biomechanic lab.

The establishment of an Orthopaedic Tumor Division will be an integral part of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery integrating medical students and residents in a rich teaching environment.

The ideal candidate will be board certified or eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery with clinical focus on Oncologic pathology with additional skills in fracture repair, soft tissue management, nerve repair and arthroscopy. In addition, the candidate should have a strong academic interest with a desire to educate and participate in research.

Criteria:

• Board certified or eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery
• Fellowship trained in Tumor/Sarcoma
• Works collaboratively in a team
• Enjoy working in an academic research and teaching environment

Job Details:

• Report to the Creighton/CHI Chair of Orthopaedic 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
• Dedicated access to Ambulatory Surgery block time and Equity
• CHI and Creighton University Medical Center are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Women, Under-represented minorities, and Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

• American Board Certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty
• A valid and unrestricted state medical license or license-eligible

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 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 Omaha

Omaha shines as an exceptional place to live with a welcoming family oriented community, robust infrastructure, academic excellence, and dynamic four-season lifestyle. The metropolitan area of over 1 million residents features diverse job opportunities, attainable housing costs, high safety, excellence in the arts, and was crowned Forbes '#1 Best City to Move To' in 2024. It is an academically focused city as the home to two major universities and two medical schools. Omaha's four-season climate further sets itself apart and is a boon for families and outdoor enthusiasts with over 270 days of sunshine a year. Interested in this position, please reach out to Jeff Wooten, Physician Recruiter, CHI Health, tel: 402-960-4852; email: Jeffrey.wooten@commonspirit.org