Anesthesiologist

Where You'll Work

CHI Health St. Francis is a 150-bed, Level III Trauma Center and regional referral hub serving Central Nebraska. Our hospital offers a 16-bed open ICU with after-hours eICU support, a well-established hospitalist and intensivist program, and a wide range of engaged subspecialists-creating an excellent environment for collaborative, high-quality perioperative care.

St. Francis continues to invest in clinical excellence, with Magnet with Distinction -recognized nursing, a newly renovated Emergency Department, OR expansion in 2021 and a mission-driven culture that supports both patient care and provider well-being.

Community: Practice in a community of 50,000+, known for its safety, family-friendly atmosphere, and strong economy rooted in agriculture and manufacturing. Grand Island is the 4th largest city in Nebraska and a retail hub for 30+ surrounding communities.

• Ranked among the Top 30 Best Cities to Live (Business Insider)
• Nebraska ranks #3 Best State to Practice Medicine and #4 Best State to Raise a Family (Wallethub)
• Excellent public and private school systems
• Regional airport with direct flights to Dallas, Las Vegas, and Mesa, AZ
• Abundant recreation: golf, hunting/fishing, trails, parks, horse racing, and family favorites like Island Oasis waterpark, Stuhr Museum, and Nebraska State Fair
• Easy access to major highways and centrally located: 90 min to Lincoln, 4 hrs to Kansas City, 6 hrs to Denver

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

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Meghan Shanahan

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Anesthesiologist, you will join a collegial, well-established anesthesia team of five anesthesiologists and eleven CRNAs serving CHI Health St. Francis and Grand Island Ambulatory Surgery Center. This newly created position supports the continued growth of our surgical services and offers an excellent opportunity for experienced physicians, new graduates, and visa candidates alike. You'll become part of a family-friendly culture known for its low turnover, strong mentorship, and collaborative approach to patient care. With an academic affiliation through Creighton University School of Medicine, you'll also have opportunities to participate in teaching and professional development if desired.
Every day you will provide high-quality anesthetic care across a diverse range of surgical specialties, including general surgery, orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, urology, ENT, and neuroscience. You'll practice in state-of-the-art operating rooms that opened in 2021 and feature advanced technology, including the Da Vinci Xi robotic surgical system. Working alongside a collaborative team of surgeons, hospitalists, intensivists, and other subspecialists, you'll deliver exceptional perioperative care while helping meet the growing surgical needs of the community.
To be successful in this role, you will be a Board Certified or Board Eligible Anesthesiologist who is committed to clinical excellence, teamwork, and patient-centered care. You'll thrive in a supportive environment that values mentorship, collaboration, and work-life balance, with a 1-in-6 call schedule and opportunities to build a rewarding, long-term career while making a meaningful impact on the patients and communities you serve.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and long-term career growth. Our robust package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, relocation assistance, malpractice insurance with tail coverage, and a generous CME allowance. You'll also enjoy 9 weeks of paid time off plus 6 paid holidays, promoting an exceptional work-life balance. As a nonprofit health system, CommonSpirit Health is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, providing an additional opportunity to reduce educational debt.


Job Requirements

• American Board Certified or Board Eligible
• Nebraska State license required
• Nebraska DEA required