Orthopedic Surgery Chair

Overview
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at The Creighton University School of Medicine (in partnership
with CHI Health and Creighton University Medical Center) seeks a nationally recognized, full-time,
tenure track Clinician-Investigator at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor to serve as the Chair of
the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery . This opportunity exists for a visionary leader to build and grow
an Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in all of its domains. The Chair will collaborate with
outstanding colleagues in a forward-thinking and dynamic academic and business model.

Qualified candidates will have a record of significant academic and clinical accomplishments with a
history of peer-reviewed publications and consistent research productivity. Experience in program
building and funded research is desirable. Candidates should have experience mentoring trainees and
junior faculty, have outstanding teaching and clinical skills, and be comfortable working in a highly
matrixed organization. The Chair should be an exceptional surgeon and active clinically. Candidates
must be certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and have experience within an ACGME
accredited training program.

The Orthopaedic Surgery program will be developing an active residency program with 10-15 residents
and faculty members. The start date is negotiable and the position will stay open until filled.

Additional Highlights Include:

• CHI and Creighton University Medical Center are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  Women, Under-represented minorities, and Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Working in an academic and teaching environment educating Creighton University's
  orthopaedic residents and medical students and conducting research in collaboration with
  scientists within Common Spirit and Creighton University School of Medicine.
• 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.

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

Interested parties, please reach out to:

Jeff Wooten, Physician Recruiter
Creighton University/CHI Health

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

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
$384.62 - $576.92 /hour