Thoracic Surgery - Physician at Center for Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery

Seeking an experienced or fellowship-trained Thoracic Surgeon to join a multidisciplinary cardiothoracic and thoracic surgery program. This position focuses primarily on adult thoracic surgery, including both elective and urgent cases. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centered surgical care across multiple settings, participating in operative and non-operative management.

Clinical Practice & Case Mix:
The thoracic surgeon will manage a full-scope adult thoracic practice, including but not limited to:

• Pulmonary resections (lobectomy, segmentectomy, wedge)
• Esophageal surgery (e.g., esophagectomy, fundoplication)
• Mediastinal tumor resections
• Thoracic trauma and emergent procedures
• Minimally invasive and robotic-assisted thoracic procedures

The surgeon will also:

• Participate in preoperative and postoperative management, including ICU and step-down care
• Collaborate with pulmonology, oncology, critical care, and cardiothoracic colleagues
• Support multidisciplinary tumor boards and procedural planning

Program Highlights:

• Dedicated thoracic operating rooms with minimally invasive and robotic capabilities
• Access to advanced perioperative care and ICU support
• Opportunity to participate in programmatic growth and service line development

Call & Schedule:

• Call coverage primarily provided by the new hire, supported by two other thoracic/cardiothoracic surgeons
• Most work located at Detroit; occasional coverage required at satellite location
• Balanced mix of elective and urgent/emergent cases

Scope of Practice:

• Adult Thoracic Surgery (100%)
• Pulmonary resections
• Esophageal surgery
• Mediastinal surgery
• Thoracic trauma and emergent cases
• Minimally invasive and robotic-assisted thoracic procedures

Quality & Recognition:

• Participation in hospital quality programs and national benchmarks for thoracic outcomes
• Opportunity to shape program growth, including adoption of advanced surgical techniques

Qualifications:

• MD or DO with completed thoracic or cardiothoracic surgery fellowship
• Board-certified or board-eligible in thoracic surgery
• Experience in adult thoracic surgery preferred, but fellowship training may be sufficient
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident only – no visas sponsored
• Experience with minimally invasive and robotic thoracic procedures preferred

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

• Guaranteed, MGMA-competitive base salary
• Annual discretionary performance bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement
• Generous Paid Time Off: 6 weeks per year

Why Consider This Opportunity:

• Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team dedicated to excellence in thoracic and cardiothoracic care
• Opportunity to grow a thoracic surgery service line, including minimally invasive and robotic techniques
• Access to state-of-the-art surgical technology and advanced perioperative support