Thoracic Surgeon — Detroit, MI at Cardiac & Thoracic

About the Role

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

Clinical Practice & Environment

The thoracic surgeon will manage a full-scope adult thoracic practice, performing pulmonary resections, esophageal surgery, mediastinal tumor resections, and managing thoracic trauma and emergent procedures. The role heavily emphasizes minimally invasive and robotic-assisted thoracic procedures within dedicated operating rooms equipped with advanced capabilities.

You will participate in preoperative and postoperative management, including ICU and step-down care, while collaborating closely with pulmonology, oncology, critical care, and cardiothoracic colleagues. The team supports multidisciplinary tumor boards and procedural planning to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Program Highlights

This opportunity offers a balanced mix of elective and urgent/emergent cases, with call coverage primarily provided by the new hire, supported by two other thoracic/cardiothoracic surgeons. Most work is located in Detroit, with occasional coverage required at a satellite location.

The program is committed to quality and recognition, with participation in hospital quality programs and national benchmarks for thoracic outcomes. There is a distinct opportunity to shape program growth, including the adoption of advanced surgical techniques and service line development.

Why Join Us

Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team dedicated to excellence in thoracic and cardiothoracic care. This role offers the chance to grow a thoracic surgery service line with access to state-of-the-art surgical technology and advanced perioperative support.

Work location

Work model: On-site

Burton School, 3420, Cass Avenue, Chinatown, Midtown, Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, 48201, United States

Detroit, Michigan

Key Responsibilities

check_circleManage thoracic trauma and emergent surgical cases
check_circleParticipate in hospital quality programs and national outcome benchmarks
check_circleCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams for tumor boards and procedural planning
check_circleConduct minimally invasive and robotic-assisted thoracic procedures
check_circleOversee preoperative and postoperative patient care including ICU management
check_circleProvide call coverage for thoracic surgery emergencies
check_circlePerform adult thoracic surgeries including pulmonary, esophageal, and mediastinal resections

Requirements

verifiedCompleted thoracic or cardiothoracic surgery fellowship
verifiedBoard-certified or board-eligible in thoracic surgery
verifiedU.S. citizen or permanent resident status

Nice to Have

Experience in adult thoracic surgery. Experience with minimally invasive and robotic thoracic procedures.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleComprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurancecheck_circle6 weeks of paid time off per year

Company

Cardiac & Thoracic Surgery Associates

Industry

Medical Practices

Headquarters

Denver, Colorado

Colorado's premier heart and lung surgeons with clinics across Colorado.

Cardiac & Thoracic Surgery Associates operates as a specialized medical practice based in Denver, Colorado, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the heart, lungs, and chest. The organization delivers comprehensive surgical care for cardiopulmonary diseases, aiming to achieve superior clinical outcomes for its patient population. Their approach emphasizes high-quality standards in managing complex thoracic and cardiac ailments. The practice distinguishes itself by offering a broad spectrum of surgical interventions, including unique and advanced procedures that are not available at other facilities. These specialized services are designed to address a wide array of heart and lung conditions, providing options for patients seeking targeted care. By maintaining a focus on top-tier results, the team supports individuals navigating serious medical challenges with dedicated surgical expertise.

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Pulmonary Resections, Lobectomy, Segmentectomy, Wedge, Esophageal Surgery, Esophagectomy, Fundoplication, Mediastinal Tumor Resections, Thoracic Trauma, Minimally Invasive Procedures.

Education: MD or DO degree required.

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Day-to-day, the Thoracic Surgery - Physician at Cardiac & Thoracic Surgery Associates will manage thoracic trauma and emergent surgical cases; participate in hospital quality programs and national outcome benchmarks; collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for tumor boards and procedural planning; and conduct minimally invasive and robotic-assisted thoracic procedures.

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To qualify for the Thoracic Surgery - Physician at Cardiac & Thoracic Surgery Associates position, applicants should have: Completed thoracic or cardiothoracic surgery fellowship; Board-certified or board-eligible in thoracic surgery; and U.S. citizen or permanent resident status.

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Thoracic Surgery - Physician at Cardiac & Thoracic Surgery Associates is based in Burton School, 3420, Cass Avenue, Chinatown, Midtown, Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, 48201, United States. This is a on-site role.

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Cardiac & Thoracic Surgery Associates has listed this Thoracic Surgery - Physician role as on-site.

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Key skills for Thoracic Surgery - Physician at Cardiac & Thoracic Surgery Associates include Pulmonary Resections; Lobectomy; Segmentectomy; Wedge; Esophageal Surgery; Esophagectomy; Fundoplication; and Mediastinal Tumor Resections.

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Educational requirements for this role: MD or DO degree required.

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Thoracic Surgery - Physician at Cardiac & Thoracic Surgery Associates is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.

About Cardiac & Thoracic Surgery Associates

The practice distinguishes itself by offering a broad spectrum of surgical interventions, including unique and advanced procedures that are not available at other facilities. These specialized services are designed to address a wide array of heart and lung conditions, providing options for patients seeking targeted care. By maintaining a focus on top-tier results, the team supports individuals navigating serious medical challenges with dedicated surgical expertise.

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