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
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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.

Our commitment to serve the common good is delivered through the dedicated work of thousands of physicians, advanced practice clinicians, nurses, and staff; through clinical excellence delivered across a system of 137 hospitals and more than 1,000 care centers serving 21 states; and through more than $4 billion annually in charity care, community benefits, and government program services.

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.

CommonSpirit Health also supports a range of community health programs, research programs, virtual care services, and home health programs addressing the root causes of poor health such as access to quality care and health equity, affordable housing, safe neighborhoods, and a healthy environment. Learn more at [Register to View]

Committed to welcoming everyone.

At CommonSpirit Health, we believe in cultivating a workplace in which diversity is celebrated and all people are included, respected, valued and celebrated. We lean on the variety of our colleagues’ perspectives and backgrounds to challenge ourselves and to create a workplace that supports diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.

CommonSpirit Health™ and its organizations are an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

CHI Health is a regional health network with a unified mission: nurturing the healing ministry of the Church while creating healthier communities. Headquartered in Omaha, the combined organization consists of 14 hospitals, two stand-alone behavioral health facilities, more than 150 employed physician practice locations and more than 12,000 employees in Nebraska and southwestern Iowa.

In fiscal 2018, CHI Health invested more than $179.3 million back into our communities. The majority of those dollars went to caring for the poor and underserved.

CHI Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care. With its national office in Chicago and a team of approximately 150,000 employees and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians, CommonSpirit Health operates 142 hospitals and more than 700 care sites across 21 states. In FY 2018, Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health had combined revenues of $29.2 billion and provided $4.2 billion in charity care, community benefit, and unreimbursed government programs. Learn more at [Register to View] .

CHI Health Medical Group Enterprise is a growing multi-specialty network of highly-skilled medical providers offering primary and specialty care at more than 150 locations and employing nearly 1,000 physicians and advanced practice providers that represent more than 40 specialties. As the primary teaching partner of Creighton University's health sciences schools, we're committed to teaching the health professionals of the future.

Catholic Health Initiatives and its organizations are Equal Opportunity Employers and support a drug-free work environment.

Omaha, Nebraska

Omaha is Nebraska's largest city with more than 860,000 residents in the metropolitan area. Housing and cost of living are well below the national average. Omaha has a strong and vibrant business community, and the city is home to five Fortune 500 companies including ConAgra Foods, Union Pacific Railroad, and Mutual of Omaha. We are home to the NCAA College World Series, the 2012 Olympic Swim Trials and the world renowned Henry Doorly Zoo. Greater Omaha has a strong system of public and private schools. We are also fortunate to have a wide array of public and private institutions of higher learning.

In a survey done by Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine (May 2012), Omaha was ranked as the #1 city in the "10 Great Cities to Raise Your Kids". Omaha was also recently named one of the nation's "2011 Best-Value-City in America" to live, work and play by Kiplinger magazine. No matter your preferences, Omaha truly is a first-class destination!

Council Bluffs, Iowa

Council Bluffs is a city grounded in history with an eye on the future. Nestled between the Missouri River and the picturesque bluffs of southwest Iowa, Council Bluffs is a community of approximately 65,000 people. We have the best of both worlds - small town feel with big city amenities minutes away across the Missouri River. In Council Bluffs, you will find appealing neighborhoods, great schools and an excellent cost-of-living. For outdoor enthusiasts, we offer hiking trails, fishing, hunting, gaming, boating, skiing, biking, for those who prefer to stay indoors, we have concerts, casinos, musicals, opera, symphony, museums, festivals and much more!