<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 operating base is a high-acuity Level I trauma center, with additional coverage across multiple affiliated hospitals — a platform that delivers the complex, high-stakes case mix that keeps a cardiothoracic surgeon's skills at their sharpest. This is a collaborative, academically affiliated environment built around professional growth and excellent patient outcomes in one of the Midwest's largest and most dynamic medical markets.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive base salary with productivity incentives</li> <li>Sign-on bonus available</li> <li>Relocation assistance provided</li> <li>Malpractice coverage with tail protection included</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> <li>401(k) retirement plan with employer match</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>Collaborative team of experienced cardiovascular surgeons dedicated to advanced patient care</li> <li>Academic health system affiliation supporting professional development, research, and teaching opportunities</li> <li>Established group infrastructure with strong institutional support for new physicians joining the practice</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, including those encountered 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 renaissance — a major metropolitan center offering world-class arts, music, professional sports, and a culinary scene that consistently draws national attention. Metro Detroit's surrounding communities, including Birmingham, Grosse Pointe, Royal Oak, and Ann Arbor, offer highly rated public and private schools, diverse neighborhoods, and a cost of living that compares favorably to other major Midwest cities. The region sits at the crossroads of the Great Lakes, providing year-round outdoor recreation, easy access to northern Michigan's resort communities, and convenient international travel through Detroit Metropolitan Airport.</p>