Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician

Why Join Us

Tenet Healthcare and Detroit Medical Center are seeking an experienced 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 with Detroit Medical Group
• Primary Site: Practice based at DMC Cardiology Specialty Services in The Heart Hospital, with responsibilities at Sinai-Grace Hospital
• Schedule: Monday-Friday 8AM to 5PM; outpatient clinic 1-2 days per week with OR time driven by caseload and ER consults.
  • Clinical split: 75% OR, 15% clinic, 10% rounding
• Call: Weekends and holidays shared with another CT surgeon, including Level I Trauma Thoracic coverage. 1:2, with goal to expand to 1:3
• 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

DMC is committed to growing our entire cardiovascular portfolio. Adding 3 interventional cardiologists in 2026 with plans to continue that growth in 2027 expanding our geographic portfolio across metro Detroit.

Candidate Requirements

• Board certified or board eligible 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.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.