General Thoracic Surgery (Robotic Experienced) Opportunity

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group in Ann Arbor, Michigan is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Board Certified or Board Eligible General Thoracic Surgeon with expertise in lung and esophageal surgery, specifically in robotic-assisted techniques.

As a key member of our surgical team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional care to patients with the full spectrum of thoracic conditions, including diseases of the lungs, esophagus, mediastinum, and chest wall. You will collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients, utilizing the latest surgical techniques and technologies to achieve optimal outcomes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate in a dynamic and supportive environment with established multidisciplinary oncology care teams and a well-established lung cancer screening program. 

Responsibilities: 

• Perform a wide range of thoracic surgical procedures, with a focus on lung and esophageal surgery, utilizing both traditional and minimally invasive techniques
• Robotic-Assisted Thoracic Surgery, demonstrating proficiency and precision in surgical interventions
• Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS)
• Evaluate patients with thoracic disorders, conduct thorough assessments, and develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including pulmonologists, gastroenterologists, medical and radiation oncologists, to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care
• Provide patient education regarding thoracic conditions, treatment options, and postoperative care instructions
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing surgical outcomes, patient safety, and overall healthcare delivery
• Remain well informed on the advancements in thoracic surgery and robotic technology through participation in continuing medical education activities, conferences, and training programs
• Participate in both clinical and educational activities within the department, including teaching of residents and medical students. 

Qualifications: 

• Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification or eligibility in Thoracic Surgery.
• Completion of an accredited residency in Thoracic Surgery.
• Proven expertise in lung and esophageal surgery, including complex procedures and robotic-assisted techniques.
• Robotic surgery certification or significant experience with robotic-assisted thoracic surgeries.
• Active state medical licensure and privileges to practice thoracic surgery.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare colleagues.
• Commitment to excellence in patient care, surgical innovation, and professional development

Join our team at IHA Trinity Health in Ann Arbor and make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients with thoracic conditions. Apply now to become part of our dedicated team of healthcare professionals committed to excellence in surgical care and innovation. 

RECRUITMENT PACKAGE

An excellent compensation and benefits package is available for the right candidate including:

• Competitive base rate and compensation plan
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Benefits; 403b, 457
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Profession Malpractice Coverage with Tail Coverage
• Continuing education allowance and support for professional development activities
• Opportunities for leadership and career advancement within a leading healthcare organization
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources for optimal patient care and surgical outcomes

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group is one of the best and largest multi-specialty groups in Michigan. IHA employs more than 1,600 staff members, which includes more than 800 providers consisting of: physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and midwives in approximately 70 practice locations across southeast Michigan, including 36 Specialties. IHA provides high-quality medical care and excellent service to nearly 485,000 active patients.

Recognized as Metro Detroit’s Top Physician Group by Consumer Reports magazine, Trinity Health IHA Medical Group also ranks in the top quartile for patient satisfaction nationally. Offering extended office hours and urgent care services, along with online patient diagnosis, treatment, and appointment access tools. IHA demonstrates that it cares by bringing safe, high-quality, comprehensive, and affordable care to its patients. For more information about IHA, visit www.ihacares.com.

Trinity Health Ann Arbor (THAA), a member of the five hospital Saint Joseph Mercy Health System, is an academic teaching hospital and tertiary care center. The hospital, with 537 licensed beds, is situated on a 340-acre campus in the Ann Arbor area. Saint Joseph Mercy Health System is a member of Trinity Health, one of the largest Catholic health care organizations in the United States. Trinity Health is based in Livonia, Michigan.

Its staff of physicians, nurses and health care professionals have extensive training in a variety of specialty or tertiary care programs, including cardiology, oncology, obstetrics, orthopedics, surgery, Level I trauma, physical medicine and rehabilitation, women and children, and senior health services. THAA is home of the renowned Michigan Heart & Vascular Institute at Saint Joseph Mercy Health System, one of the top three cardiovascular programs in the state of Michigan based on volume. In addition, THAA is designated by the National Cancer Institute as a Clinical Community Oncology Program, or CCOP, one of only 50 programs in the United States.

Trinity Health Ann Arbor provides medical residency training programs in Internal Medicine, Transitional Year, General Surgery, Obstetrics/Gynecology and Emergency Medicine as well as fellowship programs in Colon and Rectal Surgery, Hospice and Palliative Care, Infectious Disease and Surgical Critical Care.

For more information about Trinity Health Ann Arbor visit https://www.trinityhealthmichigan.org/location/trinity-health-ann-arbor-hospital.

Ann Arbor, Michigan offers a bustling downtown and charming tree-lined neighborhoods, making it a safe and ideal place to live, learn, work, and raise a family. More than 114,000 residents live within the City's 28 square miles and Ann Arbor is a hub for excellence in education, boasting five colleges and universities. The City's acclaimed public school system has adapted a comprehensive academic achievement plan to help ensure all students are successful.

People are drawn to Ann Arbor for its eclectic urban setting and it's acres of parks and trees. The cosmopolitan college town boasts fine to casual dining and world class shopping. Action packed sporting events come courtesy of the University of Michigan. Cultural experiences including museums, galleries, and a performing arts center make Ann Arbor a destination for art aficionados of any age. Endless opportunities for recreation are available in Ann Arbor, which operates 157 parks, trails, golf, canoe liveries, tennis courts, athletic fields and more. One of the most environmentally friendly cities around, Ann Arbor has a progressive recycling program and takes great measures toward the preservation of the City's green space.

Ann Arbor regularly receives national attention as one of the best places to live in the United States. For more information on Ann Arbor visit www.annarbor.com.

Trinity Health is one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. We serve people and communities in 22 states from coast to coast with more than 90 hospitals and 100 continuing care facilities – including home care, hospice, PACE and senior living facilities and programs that provide nearly two and a half million visits annually. Trinity Health employs more than 133,000 colleagues, including 7,800 employed physicians and clinicians.

Our mission: We, Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. We support this mission by living our core values of Reverence, Commitment to Those Who are Poor, Justice, Stewardship, and Integrity. Committed to recruiting talented physicians, we are looking for physicians who share our values and want to help us fulfill the health care needs of the communities we serve.

At Trinity Health, we value the physician relationship and focus on partnering with our physicians. Whether you are a practicing physician looking to relocate or a medical resident, we offer opportunities with the flexibility to fit your individual needs. If you would like to be part of Trinity Health, we encourage you to explore this opportunity at www.trinity-health.org.

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to submit your CV, please email docopps@trinity-health.org or call Trinity Health Physician Recruitment at (734) 343-2300.