Description
Bryan Heart | Lincoln, Nebraska
Bryan Heart is recruiting a board-certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join a high-volume, established 3-surgeon practice within Bryan Health. The home base hospital is a 684-bed regional referral center serving four states.
This is a productivity-driven, physician-led program with strong institutional support and a stable referral base.
Program Highlights
Established, high-volume practice
~500 open cardiac cases annually
~400 thoracic cases annually
Broad case mix including CABG, valve, and thoracic oncology
Exclusive market position
Sole provider of cardiac and vascular surgery across Bryan Medical Center campuses
Extensive referral network across Nebraska and surrounding states
Practice Structure
3 Cardiothoracic Surgeons with equal call distribution
2:1 APP-to-surgeon support model
Dedicated inpatient, OR, and clinic support
Physician-controlled OR scheduling
3 dedicated cardiovascular ORs (renovated 2021)
Fully integrated cardiovascular service line
Cardiology, interventional, electrophysiology, and vascular surgery all aligned within one system
Clinical Environment
High-functioning OR teams and ICU support
Epic EMR across inpatient and outpatient settings
Strong alignment with oncology and structural heart programs
Continued institutional investment in cardiovascular growth
Compensation & Incentives
Competitive base salary with productivity-based compensation model
Bonus opportunities aligned with clinical output and quality
Loan repayment: negotiable
Position Profile
Board-certified/eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery
Demonstrated experience in:
Open cardiac surgery
Thoracic surgery
Interest in practicing in a high-volume, team-based environment
This opportunity does not qualify for a J-1 or H1B.
Location – Lincoln, Nebraska
State capital and home to the University of Nebraska
Stable, family-oriented community with strong schools
Lower cost of living with access to regional travel and recreation
