Cardiology Physician

Title: Locum Physician - Cardiac Anesthesiology in Omaha, NE Acute Care & Cardiac Surgery


Why Apply?
Join a leading facility in Omaha, NE, as a Cardiac Anesthesiology Locum with flexible overnight and weekend call coverage. Competitive pay package with a comprehensive benefits plan, including weekly pay via direct deposit. Start as soon as possible and enjoy ongoing assignment through December 2026 perfect for experienced CV anesthesiologists seeking consistent, rewarding work.


Quick Facts

• Location: Creighton University Medical Center / Bergan Mercy, Omaha, NE
• Start Date: 06/05/2026
• End Date: Ongoing through December 2026
• Shift: Unrestricted overnight and weekend call, 8-10 hours/day
• Hours per Week: Flexible based on assignment needs
• Employment Type: Locum / Contract
• Licenses/Certifications: Cardiac Anesthesiology fellowship, TEE certification, advanced perioperative echocardiography testamur
• Experience: Minimum 5 years CV anesthesia experience if fellowship not completed

Pay & Benefits

• Pay: Competitive per diem rates (rates based on specific service provided; to be discussed upon application)
• Benefits:
  • Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
  • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
  • Paid sick time in line with applicable state and federal laws
  • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
  • Robust referral bonus program
  • 24/7 dedicated support team from VHS

What You ll Do

• Provide cardiac anesthesiology services for open heart, thoracic, vascular, and structural heart surgeries
• Perform and interpret transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) in high-acuity settings
• Support general OR procedures as needed handling complex cases in a large academic trauma center
• Assist with preoperative evaluations and intraoperative management of adult patients
• Collaborate with cardiac surgeons and multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes
• Participate in on-call rotations for cardiac surgery and general anesthesia cases
• Maintain compliance with facility protocols and documentation, utilizing Epic EMR system

What You Need

• Required:
  • Board Certified/Eligible in Anesthesiology with Cardiac Fellowship or equivalent
  • TEE certification and testamur in advanced perioperative echocardiography (NBE)
  • Licensed or eligible to obtain licensure in Nebraska
  • Minimum of 5 years CV anesthesia experience, with supporting recommendations if fellowship not completed
• Preferred:
  • Prior experience in a Level 1 Trauma or academic hospital setting
  • Comfortable managing both cardiac and general anesthesia cases independently

About the Assignment
Join a dedicated team at a premier Level 1 Trauma / Academic center in Omaha, NE, serving adult and geriatric patients in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. You will be integral in providing specialized cardiac anesthesia services, supporting a variety of complex procedures, and ensuring top-tier patient care. This ongoing assignment offers excellent professional growth opportunities, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling.


VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply.