Michigan Medicine Faculty Position as Chief of Cardiac Surgery

Location/Community Served

Midland, Michigan

Midland is an upscale, family-oriented community of nearly 50,000 centrally located in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula less than two hours from metro areas of Detroit and the state capitol of Lansing. Midland was recently named as one of the “Top 15 Dreamtowns” in the U.S. It is the “Ann Arbor of the North”. Due to the “people mix” and the healthy economic status Midland is capable of offering a diverse and sophisticated selection of cultural, educational, recreational and leisure activities.

Description

We are seeking a visionary and compassionate Cardiac Surgeon for a faculty appointment with Michigan Medicine to lead transformative change as the inaugural Chief of the MyMichigan Health Cardiac Surgery Program under a new collaborative care model between MyMichigan Health and University of Michigan Health.

This is a unique opportunity to guide the growth and innovation of cardiac surgery in Midland and Saginaw. You will lead a talented team, drive clinical excellence, and build upon a strong foundation of success, all while being supported by executive coaching and leadership development opportunities through the University of Michigan.

The Opportunity

This leadership role is a full-time faculty position with the University of Michigan Medical School, based at MyMichigan Health’s Midland and Saginaw campuses. You will oversee a well-established clinical practice with significant, planned expansion.

The program currently performs 600+ open-heart and structural heart procedures annually across both sites. The combined annual volume includes 320+ open cases and 200+TAVR procedures with goals to continue to grow our transcatheter mitral and tricuspid program. This is an opportunity to not only manage a busy and successful practice but to strategically direct the program.

A faculty appointment at the University of Michigan Medical School, with a comprehensive University of Michigan benefits package, will be offered. The academic rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor will be based on your experience and qualifications. This role will enjoy the benefits of a close collaboration with Michigan Medicine for clinical and academic resources as a faculty member in the Department of Cardiac Surgery.

• Call 1:3 with APP First Call

Requirements

• MD or DO degree.
• Board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery (ABTS) or acceptable equivalents listed here:
  • American Osteopathic Association (AOA)
  • Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)
  • Royal College of Physicians of London (RCP)
  • The Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS)
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited cardiothoracic surgery residency.
• Proficient in all aspects of adult cardiac surgery with excellent technical skills.
• A proven track record of high-quality outcomes and demonstrated aptitude in program development and leadership.
• Must hold or have the ability to obtain a full, unrestricted medical license in the State of Michigan.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience.
• U.S Medical degree or foreign equivalent

Practice Details

This opportunity is based out of the Heart & Vascular Center at MyMichigan Medical Center Midland in Midland, Michigan.

You would be joining a busy practice that has served mid-Michigan for more than 13 years. A highly skilled, collaborative team of cardiologists, including interventional, heart failure, and EP, as well as dedicated advanced practice providers and support staff. Strong cardiovascular program has 36 providers across the system of which 28 are based in Midland. This is 1 Program with 2 locations, that will produce 450 surgeries and APP’s will be the first call.

This is a hospital employed position. Midland is the corporate base of MyMichigan Health. In April of 2016, MyMichigan Health was named a national 15 Top Health System by Truven Health Analytics.

This very successful practice offers a full range of Cardiovascular services, from Open Heart Surgery to TAVR. The practice location is conveniently located just steps away from MyMichigan Medical Center Midland and an additional location just 20 minutes away at MyMichigan Medical Center Saginaw.

Compensation

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of Michigan, including:

• Professional liability coverage
• CME allowance and dedicated time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plans, including a 403(b) with employer contribution and a 457(b) plan
• Generous paid time off
• Comprehensive health, pharmacy, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage