Gastroenterology Advanced Practice Provider

CHI Health Good Samaritan is a 200-bed, Level II Trauma Center and regional referral hub serving central and western Nebraska. As a tertiary care facility, Good Samaritan offers a broad range of specialty services and a highly collaborative medical staff dedicated to delivering exceptional patient-centered care.  The hospital features a 24-bed open ICU with intensivist support, a strong hospitalist program and engaged subspecialists across cardiology, thoracic and vascular surgery, orthopedics, neurosurgery, and women’s services. Hospital-based medical transport services at Good Samaritan include AirCare–the state’s longest operating air medical provider, as well as ground 911 and long-distance ambulance services. Physicians benefit from advanced surgical capabilities, interventional cardiology, comprehensive diagnostic and imaging services, and a team-based culture that promotes clinical excellence and collegiality.

Through its academic partnerships with Creighton University School of Medicine and the University of Nebraska Medical Center, providers have opportunities to engage in medical education and teaching. In addition, the upcoming UNMC Rural Health Education Building on the campus of University of Nebraska at Kearney further strengthens Kearney’s role as a growing hub for rural medical education and training — offering physicians meaningful academic involvement while practicing in a community-based setting. 

Good Samaritan continues to invest in technology, service line growth, and provider engagement — creating an environment where physicians can practice at the top of their license while enjoying long-term professional satisfaction.

Community: Practice in a community of 34,000+, known for its safety, strong economy, and exceptional quality of life for all ages alike.  Kearney serves as a regional medical, educational, and retail hub for central Nebraska.  Home to University of Nebraska at Kearney, the community offers Division II athletics, cultural events, and a dynamic energy that enhances the local lifestyle.

• Ranked among the Best Places to Live in Nebraska
• 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 Denver and Chicago
• Abundant recreation: golf, hiking/biking trails, fishing, hunting, youth sports, and local attractions including the Great Platte River Road Archway Monument, Museums of Nebraska Art, and a Historic downtown
• Centrally located along Interstate 80
• 2 hours to Lincoln
• 2.5 hours to Omaha
• 5 hours to Denver or Kansas City

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.

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CHI Health and CommonSpirit Health is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to join our Gastroenterology Group in Family Friendly Kearney, NE!  This 200 bed Level II Trauma center with internal flight and EMS services.  It provides comprehensive care not only to Central Nebraska but also serves as a regional referral center. 

Opportunity Details:

• Join our established team of MD's and APP's
• A mixture of inpatient rounding and outpatient clinc 
• Monday-Friday Schedule
• No call responsibilities 
• EPIC EMR
• Superb support staff of experienced nurses and administration 

Benefits and Compensation include:

• Competitive compensation package! 
• Relocation, 30+ days of time off, CME allowance and excellent benefits
• Paid malpractice and license
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance plans; Including Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account 
• Retirement plans 
• CME Allowance 
• As a non-profit; CommonSpirit is eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Interested Candidates, please submit CV to:

Bill Payson
Physician Recruiter

[email protected]

Catholic Health Initiatives is a part of CommonSpirit®, one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people.

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