Acute Care Surgeon at the University of Nebraska Medical Center

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.

Apply Today: https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/90763

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

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is a premier public academic health sciences center in Omaha, dedicated to improving health through education, research, patient care, and community engagement. UNMC includes six colleges, two degree-granting institutes, and a graduate studies program, offering more than 100 academic programs and training more health professionals than any other institution in Nebraska.

UNMC is nationally recognized for its research and innovation, with over $280 million in annual research expenditures supporting basic science, clinical trials, and translational research that advances patient care. As one of the region’s largest employers, UNMC partners closely with Nebraska Medicine, its primary clinical affiliate, to deliver exceptional care and train the next generation of health professionals.

Our mission is to lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research, and extraordinary patient care. This work is guided by our shared iTEACH values — Innovation, Teamwork, Excellence, Accountability, Courage, and Healing — which shape our culture and daily practice.