General Surgery Opportunity with Covenant Surgical Specialists at Hills and Dales Hospital

Job Title: General Surgery

Location: Cass City, MI- Hills and Dales Hospital

About Us: Covenant HealthCare is a leading healthcare provider in Mid-Michigan, serving the Great Lakes Bay Region. We consistently rank in the top 10% nationally for patient experience.

In collaboration with the Aspire Hospital Network, we are committed to extending exceptional care throughout Michigan's Thumb region. Our partnerships enhance accessibility and ensure that patients receive high-quality surgical services close to home.

Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated, full-time General Surgeon to join our team and support our regional partnership with Aspire. This role involves providing comprehensive surgical care primarily at Aspire Hills & Dales in Cass City, with regional support provided by Covenant HealthCare in Saginaw as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver patient-centered care in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Perform a wide range of general surgical procedures.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including other surgeons, and advanced practice providers.
• Participate in relevant clinical meetings and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Engage in community outreach to enhance access to surgical care in the region.

State-of-the-Art Regional Facilities:

• Aspire Hills & Dales (Cass City): This facility is equipped with cutting-edge technology and designed to provide patients with high-quality, accessible, and compassionate care close to home.
• Covenant HealthCare (Saginaw): As a leading healthcare provider in Mid-Michigan, Covenant HealthCare offers a robust and comprehensive environment for surgical practice.

Qualifications:

• Board-certified or board-eligible in General Surgery.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Michigan.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to a diverse patient population.
• Willingness to travel between Marlette and Saginaw (as required or needed).

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, malpractice insurance with tail coverage, and retirement plans.
• CME allowance and paid time off.
• Eligibility for student loan forgiveness programs (PSLF).

Why Join Us? At Covenant HealthCare, you'll be part of a cohesive and collaborative team dedicated to excellence in patient care. With access to state-of-the-art technology and opportunities for teaching through our affiliation with Central Michigan University, you'll have the resources to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives.

Covenant HealthCare is a leading healthcare provider in the Great Lakes Bay Region of Michigan. We offer a full range of medical services, including acute care, specialty care, and outpatient services. We are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality care possible, and we are always looking for talented physicians to join our team.

If you are a physician who is looking for a rewarding career in healthcare, we encourage you to consider Covenant HealthCare. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work with some of the best and brightest minds in the medical field. We also have a strong commitment to patient care, and we believe that our physicians are the most important part of our team.

If you are interested in learning more about Covenant HealthCare, please visit our website or contact us today. We would be happy to answer any questions you have and provide you with more information about our physician opportunities.

Here are some of the reasons why physicians choose to work at Covenant HealthCare:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work with some of the best and brightest minds in the medical field
• Strong commitment to patient care
• Physician-led culture
• State-of-the-art facilities
• Opportunity for professional growth and development
• Collaborative work environment
• Sense of community and belonging

If you are looking for a rewarding career in healthcare, we encourage you to consider Covenant HealthCare. We would be happy to have you join our team.

Covenant HealthCare is one of the largest, most comprehensive health care providers north of metro Detroit. Located in the heart of the Great Lakes Bay Region, Covenant is the sixth largest hospital in Michigan with 643-beds and the regions only Level II Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center including air medical transport service. We have more than 20 inpatient and outpatient facilities, including two major acute care medical centers and servicing people from more than 20 counties across central and northeast Michigan. In addition, Covenant also has the only regional neonatal and pediatric intensive care units.

Covenant offers a broad spectrum of programs and services ranging from high-risk obstetrics, neonatal and pediatric intensive care, to acute care including a Level II Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, robotic surgery and many other services. As a non-profit, our extraordinary care goes beyond our outstanding medical services. It’s our compassionate and caring team that makes the difference; their support means you always have someone by your side from diagnosis to recovery. We go above and beyond for our patients every day, and in every way. And that extraordinary commitment extends to the communities we serve. Because by working together for a healthier community, we can build a better tomorrow for generations to come. 

As the region's preferred hospital and leader in electronic medical records (utilizing EPIC), we support research, education and technology serving as a major teaching hospital in addition to providing training facilities for Central Michigan Universities brand new medical education program in 2013.

• Forbes ranked Covenant HealthCare as the #1 Best Employer in HealthCare in Michigan two years in a row
• A major teaching hospital to Central Michigan University’s College of Medicine’s seven residency programs and medical students.
• Covenant has set the standard for hospital medicine programs nationwide. We have a 24/7 program that allows family medicine physicians to practice in an outpatient setting.
• Covenant is the largest health care provider in the region and largest health care employer in Saginaw County
• 4,600+ employees, 500+ volunteers and more than 500+ physicians on medical staff
• 312,500+ Primary Care and Specialist encounters through Covenant Medical Group

The economically diverse County of Saginaw is located in the central portion of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula and is part of the Great Lakes Bay Region. Saginaw County, with a population of nearly 200,000 residents, is a hub of research, product development, and manufacturing for the auto, chemical, silicon, advanced materials, and technology industries. The Region is home to chemical and innovation giants such as Dow and Hemlock Semiconductor. Its automotive sector is led by Nexteer Automotive, two General Motors facilities, Means Industries and a number of suppliers.

Midland, Bay City, Saginaw and Mount Pleasant are the heart of the Great Lakes Bay Region. From the bustle of Downtown Saginaw to the quiet agricultural communities of Gratiot County, the Great Lakes Bay Region spans diverse communities throughout the heart of Michigan.  Thanks to its blue-collar heritage and convenient access to the rest of the world, businesses of all types are finding that the Great Lakes Bay Region is their perfect home.

With a population of more than 575,000 residents, the Region is a hub of research, product development, and manufacturing for the auto, chemical, silicon and agribusiness industries. Here you will find unique opportunities to partner with some of the world’s experts in Solar, Medical and Advanced Manufacturing research and work side-by-side with well-established and start-up companies on the cutting edge of new technologies.

Saginaw County is the Region’s medical center featuring the new Central Michigan College of Medicine, and is an established service area for professional services, such as accounting and legal specialties. The Great Lakes Bay Region also has a strong position as a retail and tourist destination, which coincides with exceptional quality of life.

The Great Lakes Bay Region is the largest watershed in Michigan, making it a place rich with natural resources. The Saginaw River and eight different rivers intertwine and drain into the Saginaw Bay which is connected to Lake Huron.

A growing economy, outstanding healthcare, low cost of living, award-winning schools, and diverse housing options are all available in Saginaw. Our region has a vibrant, big-city feel with small city expenses and charm!