Physician - Anesthesiology

Exciting Locum Physician Opportunity in Cardiac Anesthesiology – Omaha, NE

Join a leading academic medical center as a Locum Physician specializing in Cardiac Anesthesiology, where your expertise will directly impact life-saving procedures in a dynamic, high-volume environment. This is your chance to contribute to complex cardiac, thoracic, vascular, and structural heart cases at a reputable Level 1 Trauma and Teaching Hospital, supporting a team of talented professionals committed to excellence in patient care.

In this role, you will provide specialized anesthesia services, including TEE-guided procedures, supporting a variety of cardiac surgeries, and assisting with general anesthesia cases as needed. Your contributions will help ensure seamless operations within a comprehensive, state-of-the-art facility.

Required Skills:

• Active certification in Anesthesiology and current TEE certification.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Cardiac Anesthesiology Fellowship or equivalent.
• At least five years of documented experience in cardiac anesthesiology if fellowship-trained.
• Proven proficiency in advanced perioperative echocardiography (NBE testamur status).
• Exceptional clinical judgment and patient management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Additional certifications in Echocardiography or related cardiology imaging.
• Experience supervising CRNAs in an operative setting.
• Familiarity with EPIC EMR systems.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Fellowship training in Cardiac Anesthesiology.
• Minimum of five years of comprehensive cardiac anesthesia experience with demonstrated expertise.
• Proven track record in high-volume cardiac centers, handling approximately 360–450 cardiac cases annually.

Other Requirements:

• Must be TEE certified.
• Willingness to obtain Nebraska licensure (if not already licensed).
• Flexibility to work from May 2026 through December 2026, including overnight and weekend call shifts.
• Ability to start as soon as possible, with ongoing availability.

Pay Rate: Competitive with rates including malpractice coverage, orientation, holiday, night call, and callback stipends. Specific hourly pay rate provided upon application.

This position offers excellent benefits including competitive pay packages, weekly direct deposit, comprehensive medical coverage (W-2), a robust referral bonus program, paid sick leave, licensure, certification, travel reimbursements where applicable, and dedicated support from our team throughout your assignment.

Elevate your career by joining a premier medical institution dedicated to innovation and high-quality patient care. Act now to secure this rewarding opportunity—apply today and be part of a distinguished team making a difference in cardiac health!

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife