Overview
CHI Health-Creighton University School of Medicine is actively seeking a Pulmonary Critical Care physician to enhance our team in Omaha, Nebraska. This role is perfect for a physician passionate about delivering patient care and teaching multiple levels of learners at our academic medical center.

Clinical Opportunity highlights :

• Provide Inpatient/Outpatient Pulmonary Critical Care services to our Omaha network hospitals including Creighton University Bergan-Mercy Medical Center, a Level 1 trauma tertiary medical center with 24-hour in-house hospitalist coverage and robust surgical services.
• Exciting opportunity to work with a team of physicians and advanced practice clinicians in an academic medical facility. Regional and national collaboration to advance evidence-based practices
• System with an extensive, established primary care network of 250+ providers
• Full spectrum ICU services including ECMO program and eICU services
• Collegial department and excellent work-life balance
• Interventional Pulmonary Service with Robotic Navigational Bronchoscopy and full spectrum of airway and pleural interventions
• Accredited Sleep Lab
• Teaching and mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows.
  • Fellowship program for Pulmonary/Critical Care Medicine with plan for Sleep Medicine fellowship in 2026
  • Academic appointment with Creighton University School of Medicine, rank commensurate with level of experience
  • Educational environment includes weekly fellowship conferences, grand rounds, and fellow didactic sessions
  • Active clinical research program with ample opportunities through CHI Health and Creighton University

Community details - Omaha, NE:

• Nearly 1,000,000 residents in the metropolitan area
• Omaha has been ranked the place to move to in 2024
• Home to Fortune 500 companies including, Union Pacific Railroad, TD AmeriTrade, and Mutual of Omaha
• Low cost of living
• World renowned Henry Doorly Zoom
• International airport
• Wonderful community to live in and raise children - Excellent public and private school systems

Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) is a part of CommonSpirit Health , a nonprofit, Catholic health system committed to building healthier communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen-both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

CommonSpirit was created by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health as a single ministry in early 2019.

With a large geographic footprint representing diverse populations across the U.S. and a mission to serve the most vulnerable, CommonSpirit is a leader in advancing the shift from sick care to well care, and advocating for social justice.

Qualified Candidates please submit CV to

Timaree Smith

Responsibilities

• Patient Care:
• Diagnose and treat various medical conditions.
• Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
• Conduct thorough medical examinations and histories.
• Communication:
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Provide clear and concise medical information.
• Foster a collaborative and patient-centered approach to healthcare.
• Documentation:
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Document medical findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
• Ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations.
• Diagnostic Procedures:
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and imaging.
• Perform procedures as needed
• Collaborate with specialists for further diagnostic evaluation.
• Team Collaboration:
• Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.
• Provide consultative services to other healthcare providers.
• Quality Improvement:
• Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
• Review and analyze clinical outcomes for continuous improvement.
• Implement changes to enhance patient care and safety.
• Compliance:
• Adhere to ethical and legal standards in medical practice.
• Stay informed about healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.
• Participate in quality audits to ensure adherence to standards.
• Continuous Learning:
• Stay abreast of medical advancements and best practices.
• Participate in ongoing medical education and training.
• Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and guidelines.

Qualifications

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

Pay Range
$185.10 - $221.15 /hour