Cardiothoracic Surgeon-High-Volume, Physician- Led Program

Bryan Heart | Lincoln, Nebraska

Bryan Heart is recruiting a board-certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join a high-volume, established 3-surgeon practice within Bryan Health.  The home base hospital is a 684-bed regional referral center serving four states.

This is a productivity-driven, physician-led program with strong institutional support and a stable referral base.

Program Highlights

• Established, high-volume practice
• ~500 open cardiac cases annually
• ~400 thoracic cases annually
• Broad case mix including CABG, valve, and thoracic oncology
• Exclusive market position
• Sole provider of cardiac and vascular surgery across Bryan Medical Center campuses
• Extensive referral network across Nebraska and surrounding states

Practice Structure

• 3 Cardiothoracic Surgeons with equal call distribution
• 2:1 APP-to-surgeon support model
• Dedicated inpatient, OR, and clinic support
• Physician-controlled OR scheduling
• 3 dedicated cardiovascular suites (renovated 2021)
• Fully integrated cardiovascular service line
• Cardiology, interventional, electrophysiology, and vascular surgery all aligned within one system

Clinical Environment

• High-functioning OR teams and ICU support
• Epic EMR across inpatient and outpatient settings
• Strong alignment with oncology and structural heart programs
• Continued institutional investment in cardiovascular growth

Compensation & Incentives

• Competitive base salary with productivity-based compensation model
• Bonus opportunities aligned with clinical output and quality
• Loan repayment: negotiable

Position Profile

• Board-certified/eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Demonstrated experience in:
• Open cardiac surgery
• Thoracic surgery
• Interest in practicing in a high-volume, team-based environment

Location – Lincoln, Nebraska

• State capital and home to the University of Nebraska
• Stable, family-oriented community with strong schools
• Lower cost of living with access to regional travel and recreation

Bryan Heart was established in 2001 and throughout the past 21 years has been forging the way with innovative and cutting edge cardiac, cardiothoracic and vascular care to become a leader in the region. Bryan Heart strives to put the patient first in all situations – offering the best treatments, procedures and therapies to fit the patient’s individual needs.

Bryan Heart fosters an atmosphere of clinical excellence, and the Lincoln community provides quality living.  With outstanding schools (including public and private), safe neighborhoods, affordable housing, and a wealth of recreational activities.  Lincoln is the state capital and home to the University of Nebraska delivering cultural and entertainment benefits of a large city, while maintaining the feel of a friendly Midwestern community.

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