Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in the Great Lakes Bay Region

Covenant HealthCare is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Orthopedic Hand Surgeon to join our premier Orthopedic team in Saginaw, Michigan. This is a high-volume opportunity designed for a surgeon who wants a balanced mix of clinical autonomy and robust institutional support.

You will step into a practice with a sophisticated referral base, including a direct pipeline from Covenant Occupational Health, ensuring a consistent flow of upper extremity and worker’s compensation cases from day one.

Practice Highlights

· Balanced Schedule: 3 days of clinic and 2 days of OR per week.

· Advanced Facilities: Dedicated OR block time within our facilities.

· Infrastructure: Access to high-end operating microscopes for microvascular, nerve, and vessel repairs, along with a full inventory of hand-specific instrument sets (including Synthes hand sets and mini-drivers).

· Expert Support: Highly skilled OR first assists and a collaborative relationship with Mary Free Bed (MFB) for on-site Certified Hand Therapists (CHTs).

· Call Rotation: Join a stable group of 11 surgeons with a manageable call of approximately 4 call days per month, general orthopedic and hand call rotation.

Compensation & Benefits

· Guaranteed Base Salary

· Trauma Call Stipend

· Signing Bonus

· Incentives: wRVU-based productivity bonus structure

· Additional Perks: Relocation assistance, comprehensive health benefits, and malpractice coverage.

Why Covenant HealthCare?

As the largest, most comprehensive health system in the Great Lakes Bay Region, Covenant HealthCare serves a 20-county area in Northeast and Central Michigan. We are a non-profit health system dedicated to "Extraordinary Care for Every Generation." Our orthopedic team is renowned for setting new physicians up for success with tailored onboarding and immediate access to the equipment you need to perform at the highest level.

Living in the Great Lakes Bay Region

Saginaw and the surrounding Great Lakes Bay areas offer an exceptional quality of life that appeals to both young professionals and families:

· Outdoor Recreation: Minutes away from world-class fishing, boating on Lake Huron, and extensive trail systems.

· Community & Education: Home to safe, friendly neighborhoods with top-rated school districts (including Freeland and Saginaw Township).

· Cost of Living: Experience a high standard of living with a significantly lower cost of residence compared to major metropolitan hubs.

· Central Location: Enjoy easy access to Detroit, Ann Arbor, and the scenic "Up North" vacation spots, all within a short drive.

Qualifications

· MD or DO degree.

· Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery.

· Fellowship trained in Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery.

· Ability to obtain a Michigan Medical License.

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 623-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.

• Covenant HealthCare is a major teaching institute for Central Michigan Universities Medical Program and the newly anointed Covenant HealthCare College of Medicine which includes their 9 residencies, 3 fellowships and medical student population.
• 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 Covenant HealthCare College of Medicine at CMU, 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!

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 Great Lakes Bay Region also has a strong position as a retail and tourist destination, which coincides with exceptional quality of life.  Saginaw county offers a plethora of four seasons activities including, but not limited to, boating, fishing, skiing, snowmobiling, hunting, theater, and concerts to name a few. Parks, lakes, rail trails, and plenty of extra circular activities are all available to please the entire family.  The Great Lakes Bay Region boasts a very accommodating cost of living that affords beautiful homes in many lovely settings, be it urban, suburban, or rural.  Shoreline living at its finest is also available!