Anesthesiologist Critical Care

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Anesthesiologist, you will join a collegial and growing anesthesia team serving CHI Health Good Samaritan and Heartland Surgery Center in Kearney, Nebraska. This growth‑driven opportunity is ideal for experienced physicians, new graduates, and visa candidates seeking a supportive, mentorship‑focused environment with a strong family‑oriented culture. You will practice alongside an established team of five anesthesiologists in collaboration with an independent CRNA group at a regional referral center with academic affiliation through Creighton University School of Medicine.

Every day you will provide anesthesia care across a diverse range of surgical specialties, including general surgery, orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, urology, ENT, neuroscience, and optional cardiothoracic cases. You will care for patients at a Level II Trauma Center supported by internal flight and EMS services while working alongside strong hospitalist, intensivist, and subspecialty physician teams. The practice utilizes the EPIC electronic medical record system to support coordinated, high‑quality patient care.

To be successful in this role, you will be board certified or board eligible Anesthesiologist who values collaboration, clinical excellence, and patient‑centered care. Whether you are an experienced physician or just beginning your career, you will thrive in a team‑oriented environment that emphasizes mentorship, professional growth, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact as the program continues to expand.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and professional growth. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, relocation assistance, malpractice insurance with tail coverage, a generous CME allowance, and 40 days of paid time off plus 6 paid holidays. As a nonprofit health system, Common Spirit Health also qualifies as an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, providing an additional opportunity to reduce educational debt.

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

• CHI Health Good Samaritan is a 200‑bed, Level II Trauma Center and regional referral hub serving central and western Nebraska. The hospital collaborates with independent CRNA teams, interdisciplinary teams, and academic partners such as Creighton University School of Medicine.
• Heartland Surgery Center offers advanced surgical capabilities and a team‑based culture that promotes clinical excellence.

Practice in a community of 34,000+ known for its safety, strong economy, and exceptional quality of life. Kearney serves as a regional medical, educational, and retail hub for central Nebraska and is home to the University of Nebraska at Kearney.