Pulmonary, Critical Care​/Lung TX​/Academic Rank​/DOQ

Pulmonary, Critical Care/Lung TX/Academic Rank/DOQ

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The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep is recruiting a pulmonary and critical care medicine specialist with a dedicated interest in lung transplantation. This faculty position offers the unique opportunity to devote 50% of your clinical effort to lung transplant care, working within one of the most comprehensive and collaborative transplant centers in the nation.

In this role, you will become part of a highly skilled lung transplant team, providing patients with seamless care—from pre‑evaluation and surgery through long‑term follow‑up. Our clinical partner, Nebraska Medicine, is one of only a handful of institutions nationwide to perform all solid organ transplants under one roof, offering unparalleled resources and multidisciplinary collaboration.

• Dedicated 50% clinical effort in lung transplantation with a balanced schedule
• Strong leadership support with long‑term investment in your career growth
• Opportunity to shape patient care, education, research, and innovation in pulmonary medicine for the region
• Fully accredited pulmonary/critical care and sleep medicine fellowships with active teaching opportunities
• Collegial, collaborative environment committed to personal and professional development
• Loan Forgiveness Eligibility:
  Qualify through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Physicians enjoy a highly competitive package, inclusive of a variable compensation plan. Additional benefits include:

• CME allowance
• Competitive retirement contributions and other deferred comp opportunities
• Comprehensive malpractice coverage
• A full suite of health and wellness benefits
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer

Omaha is one of the most affordable cities in the US, with low cost of living, and has been recognized by Forbes as the #1 best city to move to in 2024. Residents enjoy:

• Top-rated schools
• A vibrant cultural scene
• Abundant recreational opportunities

The successful candidate should be an MD/DO (or equivalent degree), board certified/eligible in pulmonary and critical care medicine, with additional fellowship training in lung transplant pulmonary medicine.

We invite experienced pulmonary critical care physicians with genuine interest in lung transplantation to consider this opportunity. Candidates should have an interest in teaching along with passion to help patients and their families deal with serious life‑threatening illness.

Ruxana Sadikot, MD, Chief
Pulmonary, Critical Care, Sleep & Allergy
Email: rsadikot

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Higher Education