Henry Ford Health System

Director of Cardiac Surgery

Henry Ford Health System$250K — $350K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Sustained excellence in adult cardiac surgery
  • Leadership experience in a high-volume clinical program
  • Commitment to multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Interest in surgical education and mentorship
  • Outstanding communication and collaborative leadership skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead program development and quality initiatives
  • Facilitate faculty recruitment
  • Drive strategic growth for the department
  • Mentor residents and engage in educational curriculum development
  • Cultivate a high-performing culture within the medical group
  • Engage in academic responsibilities with affiliated medical schools
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance program effectiveness

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Substantial institutional support
  • Access to one of the nation's leading integrated health systems
  • Opportunity for academic engagement and leadership
  • Mentorship opportunities with a robust residency program
Full Job Description
Henry Ford St. John Hospital - Detroit, Michigan

We seek an accomplished surgeon whose career reflects outstanding technical expertise in adult cardiac surgery, a sustained record of clinical excellence, and exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills. The Director will lead program development, quality and performance initiatives, faculty recruitment, and strategic growth while cultivating a collaborative and high-performing culture within the Henry Ford Medical Group.

The position includes meaningful academic engagement through the Henry Ford Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency Program, with opportunities for resident education, mentorship, and curriculum development. Academic appointment at Wayne State University School of Medicine and Michigan State University College of Human Medicine will be commensurate with experience, scholarly achievements, and national standing.

Candidates should demonstrate:
  • A sustained record of excellence in adult cardiac surgery
  • Leadership experience within an academic or high-volume clinical program
  • A commitment to multidisciplinary collaboration and programmatic growth
  • Interest in surgical education, mentorship, and academic advancement
  • Outstanding communication skills and a collaborative leadership style

Henry Ford Health offers competitive compensation, substantial institutional support, and the resources of one of the nation's premier integrated health systems. This position represents a unique opportunity to lead and expand a high-impact cardiac surgery program while shaping the future of cardiovascular care within a historic and forward-looking institution.

About Henry Ford Health System

Henry Ford Health System is a non-profit healthcare organization based in Detroit, Michigan. The organization was founded in 1915 by automotive pioneer Henry Ford and has since grown to include hospitals, medical centers, and other healthcare facilities throughout Michigan. Henry Ford Health System provides a wide range of healthcare services, including primary care, specialty care, and emergency care. The organization is also involved in medical research and education, and operates the Henry Ford Health Sciences Center. In 2019, Henry Ford Health System was ranked as the 5th largest healthcare system in Michigan by Crain's Detroit Business.
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1915

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