Cardiothoracic Surgeon Physician

Why Join Us

Tenet Healthcare and Detroit Medical Center are seeking a BC/BE Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join an established group serving one of Michigan's most recognized health systems. You'll practice across a dynamic multi-hospital network — including a Level I Trauma Center — where complex cases and strong collegial support define the daily experience. This is a full-time employed position with the Detroit Medical Group/Tenet Physician Resources, backed by the infrastructure and resources of a major health system.

Position Highlights

• Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery — full-time employed position
• Primary Site: Sinai Grace Hospital, with additional coverage at Harper Hospital and Detroit Receiving Hospital (Adult Central Campus)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday; outpatient clinic 1–2 days per week with OR time driven by caseload and ER consults
• Call: Weekends and holidays shared with a group of two CT surgeons, including Level I Trauma Thoracic coverage
• Inpatient Rounding: Required, including ICU units
• Support Staff: 2 CT Surgical PAs available to assist with rounding and call
• Practice Setting: Award-winning multi-hospital system with Level I and II Trauma Centers, tertiary adult and pediatric referral centers, and community hospitals
• Logistics: All DMC facilities offer easy access and free parking

What We Offer

• Competitive employed compensation package
• Physician time off (vacation + CME)
• In-house billing, coding, and collections
• Marketing support, website development, and practice management services
• Disability insurance
• Malpractice insurance provided, including tail coverage
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Deferred compensation program
• Relocation assistance

Candidate Requirements

• Board certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Active Michigan medical license, or willingness to obtain
• Minimum 3 years outside of training

Why Detroit

Detroit offers a compelling combination of affordability and urban energy that's hard to match — with a cost of living well below the national average, your compensation goes further here than in most major metros. The city's cultural depth is equally impressive, from the Motown Museum to a nationally recognized dining scene rooted in decades of diverse culinary tradition. Outdoor recreation is abundant, with the Detroit Riverwalk, Belle Isle Park, and the greater Great Lakes region offering year-round options for hiking, biking, and water activities. Add all four major professional sports franchises and convenient international travel through Detroit Wayne International Airport, and you have a city that delivers far more than most expect.