University of Nebraska Medical Center

Job Summary:

Acute Care Surgeon Opportunity

The Division of Acute Care Surgery (ACS) at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) in Omaha is seeking a dedicated Acute Care Surgeon to join our collaborative and supportive team of 20 surgeons and a robust group of APPs.
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a collegial team committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a dynamic and high-volume environment. Our hospital partner, Nebraska Medicine, is an American College of Surgeons-designated Level I Trauma Center and a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, managing:
•3,100+ trauma-related admissions annually
•2,100+ emergency general surgery cases per year

Opportunity Highlights:
• Broad scope of practice, including elective general surgery, emergency general surgery, trauma, and surgical critical care, managing high-acuity patients
• Join a fast-paced, high-volume, and high-performing surgical team
• Train and mentor future surgeons in our ACGME-accredited Surgical Critical Care Fellowship
• Access to Da Vinci Robotic Surgical Systems with dedicated robot block time
• Opportunities to engage in clinical research and education programs
• Mentor and train residents, fellows, and medical students
• Loan Forgiveness – UNMC is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

Why Omaha?
Ranked among Forbes' Top 20 Best Cities to Live in the USA, Omaha offers:
• Affordable living with a high quality of life
• A thriving arts, entertainment, and dining scene
• Exciting attractions, including the NCAA Men’s College Baseball World Series and the world-famous Henry Doorly Zoo

Compensation & Benefits:
• Highly competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits and employer-paid retirement contributions
• Generous CME allowance and paid time off
• A supportive environment for personal and professional growth

The ideal candidate must be an MD/DO (or equivalent degree) who is board certified or board eligible in Surgical Critical Care, have completed a fellowship in Surgical Critical Care and demonstrate a strong interest in teaching residents and medical students.

We strongly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, including women and underrepresented minorities, to apply.

Required Qualifications:

The ideal candidate must be an MD/DO (or equivalent degree) who is board certified or board eligible in Surgical Critical Care, have completed a fellowship in Surgical Critical Care and demonstrate a strong interest in teaching residents and medical students.