Neonatology Physician

Job Summary and Responsibilities

• Patient Care :
• Diagnose and treat various medical conditions.
• Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
• Conduct thorough medical examinations and histories.
• Communication :
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Provide clear and concise medical information.
• Foster a collaborative and patient-centered approach to healthcare.
• Documentation :
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Document medical findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
• Ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations.
• Diagnostic Procedures :
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and imaging.
• Perform procedures as needed
• Collaborate with specialists for further diagnostic evaluation.
• Team Collaboration :
• Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.
• Provide consultative services to other healthcare providers.
• Quality Improvement :
• Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
• Review and analyze clinical outcomes for continuous improvement.
• Implement changes to enhance patient care and safety.
• Compliance :
• Adhere to ethical and legal standards in medical practice.
• Stay informed about healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.
• Participate in quality audits to ensure adherence to standards.
• Continuous Learning :
• Stay abreast of medical advancements and best practices.
• Participate in ongoing medical education and training.
• Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and guidelines.

Job Requirements

Where You'll Work

CHI Health Clinic and Creighton University School of Medicine are recruiting a Division Chief of Maternal Fetal Medicine to be part of our vibrant program and expand our clinical enterprise, research, and educational activities.

We seek a Division Chief who has a demonstrated commitment to steady innovative clinical practice growth, education and science, the ability to lead a diverse group and work collaboratively with hospital partners, success in promoting education and the ability to mentor young clinical and academic clinicians. Successful candidates must demonstrate exceptional leadership, administrative and organizational skills. We are seeking a full-time BC / BE Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist at the Assistant, Associate or Professor level to join our Obstetrics and Gynecology faculty. Ideally, we seek a candidate who is a leader in the field and will assume a leadership role, with the opportunity to fill an endowed chair role with a research interest in birth equity or other research interests.

The Obstetrics and Gynecology group at Creighton University Medical Center includes academic generalists and sub-specialists in maternal fetal medicine and urogynecology. The department works closely with advanced practice providers and colleagues in neonatology, anesthesiology, other medical specialties, nursing, and ancillary staff.

The division of Maternal Fetal Medicine at CUMC is a consult-based practice that provides comprehensive services for all aspects of high-risk pregnancies. Deliveries are performed by the generalist group with 24-hour coverage of labor and delivery. The division is seeking new faculty to add to the development of an integrated, multidisciplinary, value-based approach to high-risk obstetric care. The newly developed division at CUMC aims to create a strong focus on research and education. The division provides prenatal diagnostic procedures, including amniocentesis and CVS, for the area healthcare networks. With plans to accommodate a growing patient population, the ultrasound unit contains five E10 machines with Viewpoint software fully integrated into Epic EMR. The department is fully staffed with a seasoned group of certified sonographers. Two dedicated genetic counselors are onsite, an integrated fetal center, and a cohesive team of 2 MFM physicians recruiting a third and fourth. Future goals for the division include establishing an ACGME-approved fellowship in Maternal Fetal Medicine and growing a robust research sector. Applicants will also be actively involved in medical student and resident educational activities. Qualified applicants can take on divisional, departmental, and institutional leadership positions.

Our growing team of providers supports a large referral base of OB / GYN physicians. Creighton University Medical Center is a Perinatal Center within the Nebraska Perinatal Network with service for over 2,500 deliveries annually. The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at CUMC has supported the role of perinatal network director through its Maternal Fetal Medicine division. It has maintained its reputation as an outstanding level III perinatal referral center for over 20 years. Candidates will have a faculty appointment commensurate with experience; CHI Health offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Qualified candidates will be key faculty members for the Department at Creighton University Medical Center's main campus in Omaha, NE.

CHI Health and Creighton University Medical Center is an academic health system whose mission is to improve the health of the individuals and the diverse communities it serves by integrating outstanding patient care, education, research, and community partnerships.

Interested Candidates, please submit CV to :

Nikki Thomas, MHA

Catholic Health Initiatives is a part of CommonSpirit , one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people.

Pay Range

$337.00 - $339.00 / hour