<p>A well-established cardiovascular surgery group within a major academic health system in metro Detroit is recruiting a board-certified or board-eligible Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join its experienced team. The primary practice site is a high-acuity Level I trauma center, with additional coverage responsibilities across multiple affiliated hospitals — a structure that delivers consistent exposure to complex, high-stakes cardiothoracic cases. This is a collaborative, academically affiliated environment designed to support both clinical excellence and long-term professional growth.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive base salary with productivity incentive compensation</li> <li>Sign-on bonus available</li> <li>Relocation assistance provided</li> <li>Malpractice coverage with tail protection included</li> <li>401(k) retirement plan with employer match</li> <li>CME allowance with dedicated conference time</li> <li>Generous paid time off</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Primary practice site at a high-acuity Level I trauma center within a major academic health system</li> <li>Additional surgical coverage across multiple affiliated hospitals in the metro Detroit network</li> <li>Complex cardiothoracic case volume consistent with a high-volume academic referral center</li> <li>Integrated within an established, experienced cardiovascular surgery group — not a solo or startup program</li> <li>Academic health system affiliation supporting teaching, research, and subspecialty collaboration</li> <li>Collaborative team culture with a stated emphasis on professional development and peer support</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>MD or DO degree from an accredited institution</li> <li>Board certification or board eligibility in Cardiothoracic Surgery</li> <li>Active Michigan medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> <li>Comfort with the full spectrum of complex cardiothoracic surgical cases at a Level I trauma center</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Detroit is a city in the midst of a well-documented revitalization — offering a dynamic urban core with world-class arts, music, and dining alongside some of the most affordable housing of any major American metropolitan area. The broader metro region encompasses diverse suburban communities with highly rated school districts, extensive waterfront access along the Detroit River and Lake St. Clair, and easy proximity to both northern Michigan's outdoor recreation and the international border with Windsor, Ontario. For physicians who want the professional depth of a major academic medical market without the cost-of-living burden of coastal cities, Detroit delivers a compelling combination.</p>