Division Chief - Palliative Care

Division Chief - Palliative Care

Omaha, NebraskaPosted 1mo agoattending physician
$275,000 – $300,000Pay listed on source · unverified
Internal MedicineFull-time

Overview

Location
Omaha, Nebraska
Source-listed pay
$275,000 – $300,000

Not yet verified against the original posting

Practice
Academic Medical Center · Hospital

Role summary

This is a leadership role as Division Chief in Palliative Care at an academic Level I Trauma Center with a highly competitive salary guarantee, relocation assistance, CME allowance, and comprehensive benefits. The position includes responsibilities for faculty recruitment, research development, and teaching medical students and fellows at Creighton University School of Medicine.

What the posting highlights

  • Research or clinical-trial participation is noted
  • Teaching or an academic practice setting is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Source-listed pay$275k–$300k
Physician-reported total comp$295k–$388k · $342k median
$262kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$401k

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Compensation

Employer-listed pay
$275,000 – $300,000
Pay context
Source-listed pay · not yet verified
Evidence
oten Sr. Recruiter - System Physician Leadership jeffey.wooten@commonspirit.org Pay Range $275,000 - $300,000 /year
Observed
1 mo ago
Compensation model
Highly competitive salary guarantee

Benefits named in the posting

  • relocation assistance
  • CME allowance
  • comprehensive benefits
Next steps

Employer

CommonSpirit Health

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EHR
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Source
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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Academic Medical Center
Facility type
Hospital
Beds
396
Trauma level
Level I Trauma Center
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
Nebraska
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Academic Medical Center

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Questions to ask the employer

  • Is $275,000–$300,000 base salary only, or expected total compensation including bonus and productivity?
  • What happens to compensation when the guarantee period ends, and what share of physicians out-earn the guarantee afterward?
  • What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?
  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Admin burden
Leads recruitment of new faculty and research initiatives
Teaching
Yes
Research
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
Salary label
Pay not verified
First seen
1 mo ago
Last verified
yesterday
Extraction confidence
90%

Full description

Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Palliative Medicine Chief , you will join our dynamic healthcare team in Omaha , specializing in diagnosing and treating patients making a significant impact on their lives and families. Every day you will provide compassionate and expert care, conducting thorough assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support the holistic well-being of patients and their families. To be successful in this role, you will be a skilled, board-certified, and compassionate Hospitalist, possessing expertise in diagnosing and managing complex patients, alongside strong communication abilities. You will also demonstrate a deep commitment to patient-centered care and the capacity to thrive within a collegial and supportive environment. Working in an academic and teaching environment educating Creighton University's palliative fellows, residents, and medical students at CHI Health and Creighton University School of Medicine. Recruitment of new faculty Reporting to the Chair of Medicine at Creighton University and CHI Health Leads the development of research and scholarly initiatives Accessible and Timely Specialty Consult Support Academic Appointment with Creighton University School of Medicine Collaborative and open practice where your input and work are valued We are offering a highly competitive salary guarantee, relocation assistance, CME allowance, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to join one of the nation's most respected hospitalist programs. #HEC Job Requirements Required Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution Fellowship trained in Palliative Medicine Active or eligible license in the state of Nebraska Strong clinical skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with families, and healthcare professionals Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients and families Where You'll Work CHI Health is the largest faith-based health system in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, serving patients through a comprehensive network of hospitals, clinics, and specialty care locations. The Omaha market consists of five hospitals providing inpatient and outpatient services across the metropolitan area, creating an integrated system of care supported by more than 900 physicians and advanced practice clinicians representing over 40 specialties. At the center of the Omaha market is CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy , a 396-bed Academic Medical Center, Level I Trauma Center, and tertiary referral hub serving patients throughout Nebraska, Iowa, and the surrounding region. Through its partnership with Creighton University School of Medicine , CHI Health has created a nationally recognized academic health system where clinical care, medical education, research, and innovation work together to advance patient outcomes and physician development. Physicians benefit from collaboration with highly specialized colleagues across cardiovascular medicine, oncology, neurosurgery, trauma, critical care, maternal fetal medicine, and numerous additional subspecialties. Providers have opportunities to engage in resident and fellowship education, clinical research, and quality improvement initiatives while practicing in a system that values collegiality, professional growth, and mission driven care. CHI Health continues to invest in advanced technology, service line growth, physician engagement, and academic partnerships, creating an environment where physicians can practice at the highest level while contributing to the future of healthcare. Community: Practice in Omaha, Nebraska, a vibrant metropolitan area of more than 1 million residents consistently recognized for its affordability, economic strength, family-friendly environment, and exceptional quality of life. As Nebraska's largest city, Omaha offers the amenities of a major metropolitan area while maintaining a welcoming Midwestern culture and reasonable cost of living. Ranked among America's Best Cities to Live and Best Cities for Young Professionals Nebraska ranks in the top 10 Best State to Practice Medicine(WalletHub) Home to nationally recognized public and private school systems and multiple higher education institutions, including Creighton University and the University of Nebraska Omaha Served by Eppley Airfield with nonstop flights to major destinations across the United States Thriving arts, entertainment, and culinary scene featuring the Old Market District, Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, The RiverFront, CHI Health Center Omaha, and numerous cultural attractions Professional and collegiate sports, extensive parks and trail systems, golf, outdoor recreation, and year-round community events Convenient location with easy access to Lincoln, Kansas City, Des Moines, and the broader Midwest region Qualified Candidates please submit CV to Jeff Wooten Sr. Recruiter - System Physician Leadership jeffey.wooten@commonspirit.org Pay Range $275,000 - $300,000 /year