Description
The Division of Acute Care Surgery at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) in Omaha is recruiting an accomplished and forward-thinking physician to serve as Trauma Medical Director. This leadership role offers an exceptional opportunity to shape the vision, direction, and future of a nationally recognized trauma program within a highly collaborative academic health system.
Our hospital partner, Nebraska Medicine, is an American College of Surgeons-verified Level I Trauma Center and a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, serving as a critical resource for the region with:
- 3,100+ trauma-related admissions annually
- 2,100+ emergency general surgery cases per year
Why Join UNMC?
- Leadership with Impact – Blend clinical excellence with administrative oversight, program development, quality initiatives, and system-level leadership.
- Academic Excellence – Train and mentor the next generation of surgeons in our ACGME-accredited Surgical Critical Care Fellowship.
- Innovation in Practice – Access to advanced technology, including Da Vinci Robotic Surgical Systems with dedicated block time.
- Research Opportunities – Pursue and expand clinical, translational, and educational research initiatives with robust institutional support.
- Comprehensive Resources – Collaborate with a highly skilled, multidisciplinary trauma team in a fast-paced, high-volume, high-acuity environment.
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a highly competitive compensation package that includes a variable compensation plan. Additional benefits include:
- CME allowance
- Competitive retirement contributions and other deferred comp opportunities
- Comprehensive malpractice coverage
- A full suite of health and wellness benefits
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
Life in Omaha
Consistently ranked among America’s most livable cities, Omaha combines affordability with exceptional quality of life. Recognized by Forbes as the #1 Best City to Move to in 2024, Omaha offers a thriving urban community with a warm, family-friendly feel. Residents enjoy:
- Top-ranked public and private schools
- A vibrant arts, music, and cultural scene
- Collegiate and professional sports
- Abundant parks, trails, and recreational opportunities
- One of the lowest costs of living in the nation
Requirements
The ideal candidate must be an MD/DO (or equivalent degree) who is board certified/eligible in Surgical Critical Care and has completed a Surgical Critical Care fellowship. Candidates will bring 3-5 years of post-fellowship experience in trauma and acute care surgery. Demonstrated leadership, clinical excellence, and collaborative skills and passion for advancing trauma care, education, and research in an academic medical center environment required.
