Thoracic Surgery Opportunity - West Michigan

American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO); Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Starting bonus

Relocation assistance

Full-time benefit package

Malpractice insurance w/tail

CME funds and licensure support

403b with employer contribution & match

Job summary

Trinity Health Medical Group (THMG) in Muskegon, Michigan is seeking a full-time Thoracic Surgeon to join the Johnson Family Cancer Center team. The role involves performing thoracic surgical procedures with a focus on robotic-assisted techniques while collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must possess board certification, a valid Michigan license, and DEA certification. The position includes a competitive salary, a starting bonus, relocation assistance, comprehensive benefits, malpractice insurance, and CME support.

Qualifications

• Board certification or eligibility for certification in thoracic surgery.
• Possess a valid State of Michigan medical license at time of employment.
• Maintain DEA and BLS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of thoracic surgical procedures focusing on lung and esophageal surgery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for coordinated patient care.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives to enhance surgical outcomes.

Skills

Board certification in specialty

Robotic-Assisted Thoracic Surgery

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Quality improvement initiatives

Education

State of Michigan license

DEA license

BLS Certification

Job description

Trinity Health Medical Group (THMG) is seeking a full-time Thoracic Surgeon to join our Johnson Family Cancer Center team located in Muskegon, Michigan.

Practice Features

• Trinity Health Johnson Family Cancer Center and its Oncology partners provide comprehensive and compassionate treatment tailored to each patient's unique needs, utilizing the latest advancements in medical technology and therapy.
• The Cancer Center is part of the Cancer Network of West Michigan, a partnership between Trinity Health and University of Michigan Health-West to provide comprehensive cancer care in the Grand Rapids Metropolitan area, Muskegon, and along the West Michigan lakeshore.
• The Thoracic Surgeon collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams, including Radiation and Medical Oncologists, Pulmonologists, and Gastroenterologists to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care. The Cancer Center support team includes Nurse Navigators, Social Workers, Dietitians, Financial Counselors, and Advanced Practice Providers.
• This position will perform a wide range of thoracic surgical procedures, with a focus on lung and esophageal surgery, with specific emphasis on Robotic-Assisted Thoracic Surgery.
• The Thoracic Surgeon will have colleagues in Grand Rapids at the Trinity Health Lacks Cancer Center and University of Michigan Health-West Cancer Center, as well as the organizations’ Cardiothoracic Surgery team.
• This role will contribute to quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing surgical outcomes, patient safety, and overall healthcare delivery.
• The Oncology program is a key service line at Trinity Health, and, through the Cancer Network of West Michigan, is expanding and receiving investment in facilities, equipment, and program development.

Qualifications

• Physicians must be board certified in their specialty, or board eligible and will become board certified within 2 years of becoming board eligible.
• State of Michigan license required at time of employment.
• DEA license.
• BLS Certification and maintain recertification.

Recruitment Package

• Competitive salary
• Starting bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Full time benefit package
• Malpractice insurance w/tail
• CME funds and licensure support
• 403b with employer contribution & match