General Cardiologist

Where You’ll Work

CHI Health Clinic Heart Institute and Nebraska Heart Institute are part of CHI Health, the largest faith-based healthcare system in Nebraska and southwest Iowa. Through an integrated network of primary care, specialty care, and hospital-based services, CHI Health provides comprehensive care across more than 150 locations and employs over 900 physicians and advanced practice providers representing over 40 specialties.

Nebraska Heart Institute has been a leader in cardiovascular care for more than 30 years and is recognized throughout the region for clinical excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care. As an integrated cardiovascular program, Nebraska Heart Institute offers comprehensive services including non-invasive cardiology, advanced cardiac imaging, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, structural heart procedures, vascular surgery, and cardiothoracic surgery. Physicians benefit from a strong referral network, experienced support staff, and a collaborative team environment dedicated to delivering exceptional cardiovascular outcomes.

At the center of the program is CHI Health Nebraska Heart Hospital, a 63-bed cardiovascular specialty hospital designed exclusively for cardiac and vascular care. The hospital features a unique universal bed model that allows patients to remain in the same room throughout their hospitalization, enhancing continuity of care and patient satisfaction. Nebraska Heart Hospital has earned numerous national recognitions for patient experience, quality, and safety, reflecting its commitment to excellence in cardiovascular medicine.

In addition to Nebraska Heart Hospital, providers collaborate with CHI Health St. Elizabeth, a 258-bed regional medical center serving southeast Nebraska. Together, these facilities provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient cardiovascular services while supporting continued growth and access to specialty care throughout the region.

As the primary teaching partner of Creighton University School of Medicine, CHI Health offers opportunities for physicians to participate in medical education, mentorship, and academic collaboration while practicing in a community-focused environment.

CHI Health continues to invest in technology, clinical innovation, research, and provider engagement, creating an environment where physicians can practice at the top of their license while enjoying long-term professional satisfaction.

Community: Practice in Lincoln, Nebraska, the state capital and home to more than 300,000 residents. Lincoln combines the amenities of a vibrant metropolitan area with the affordability, safety, and quality of life of a welcoming Midwestern community. The city offers a strong economy, excellent schools, diverse cultural opportunities, and a family-friendly atmosphere that consistently attracts professionals from across the country.

• Ranked among the Best Places to Live and Best Places to Raise a Family in the Midwest
• Nebraska ranks in the top 10 Best State to Practice Medicine(WalletHub)
• Home to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, a Big Ten university offering nationally recognized academics, Division I athletics, performing arts, and cultural events
• Excellent public and private school systems with strong educational outcomes
• Lincoln Airport offers convenient regional air service, with Omaha's Eppley Airfield just one hour away for extensive domestic travel options
• Thriving downtown districts, local restaurants, breweries, live music venues, and year-round community events
• Extensive parks, hiking and biking trails, golf courses, lakes, and outdoor recreation opportunities
• Convenient location along Interstate 80 with easy access to Omaha, Kansas City, Denver, and the broader Midwest region

Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) is a part of CommonSpirit®, one of the nation's largest nonprofit, faith-based health systems dedicated to advancing healthcare for all people.

Qualified Candidates please submit CV to:

Timaree Smith, [email protected]

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our General Cardiologist, you will join CHI Health Clinic Heart Institute and Nebraska Heart Institute in Lincoln, Nebraska. You will become part of a highly respected cardiovascular team with a longstanding reputation for excellence, providing comprehensive heart and vascular care through an integrated network of specialists dedicated to exceptional patient outcomes.

Every day you will provide comprehensive cardiovascular care in both inpatient and outpatient settings, collaborate with multidisciplinary specialists, interpret advanced cardiovascular diagnostics, and help expand access to high-quality cardiology services throughout Nebraska.

To be successful in this role, you will be a board-certified or board-eligible Cardiologist with strong clinical expertise, a patient-centered approach to care, and a commitment to collaboration. You will also demonstrate excellent communication skills, sound clinical judgment, and the ability to thrive within a collegial, team-oriented environment.

• Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient cardiology services
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with a broad spectrum of cardiovascular disease
• Perform and interpret non-invasive cardiovascular diagnostic studies
• Develop individualized treatment plans utilizing evidence-based approaches to cardiovascular care
• Provide inpatient cardiology consultative services at CHI Health St. Elizabeth
• Practice primarily at Nebraska Heart Institute and CHI Health Nebraska Heart Hospital
• Collaborate with specialists in Advanced Cardiac Imaging, Interventional Cardiology, Electrophysiology, Structural Heart, Vascular Surgery, and Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Participate in outreach clinics designed to expand access to cardiovascular care and strengthen regional referral relationships
• Work alongside experienced advanced practice providers and dedicated cardiovascular support staff
• Collaborate with a robust primary care referral network that supports continued practice growth
• Participate in clinical research opportunities through an established and active cardiovascular research division
• Contribute to advancements in cardiovascular medicine through participation in research and quality initiatives
• Utilize EPIC as the integrated electronic medical record platform
• Participate in educational opportunities through CHI Health's academic affiliation with Creighton University
• Contribute to a culture of clinical excellence, innovation, teamwork, and patient-centered cardiovascular care

We are offering a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, CME allowance, and the opportunity to join a nationally respected cardiovascular program with more than 30 years of proven excellence. Physicians benefit from a strong referral network, experienced support staff, active research opportunities, and access to one of the region's premier cardiovascular specialty hospitals.

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Job Requirements

Required

• American Board Certified or Board Eligible through the American Board of Internal Medicine
• American Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiovascular Disease
• Completion of an accredited Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship Program
• Valid and unrestricted medical license or eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Nebraska