Trauma Surgeon

Surgical Critical Care / Trauma Surgeon (Per Diem) – McLaren Oakland in Pontiac, MI

Empowered Surgeons. Better Outcomes.

Surgical Affiliates Management Group, Inc. (SAMGI) is seeking a Board-Certified General Surgeon with a Certificate of Added Qualification in Surgical Critical Care to join our established, physician-led Acute Care Surgery team at McLaren Oakland Hospital in Pontiac, Michigan on a Per Diem basis.

This is an ideal opportunity for a trauma surgeon who values clinical excellence, collegiality, and work-life balance within a consistent, predictable practice model. SAMGI offers over 25 years of proven success in surgicalist programs across the country—and we’re proud to bring that same level of excellence to McLaren Oakland.

Opportunity Highlights

• Per Diem Shifts Available: 1–3 shifts/month with an even split between days and nights
  




• Trauma & Acute Care Surgery: Cover trauma and general surgery cases in a collaborative model
  




• Supportive Infrastructure: Full-time PA/NP support and involvement in resident and medical student education
  




• Stability & Growth: Join a physician-led organization with national reach and local impact
  




• Beautiful Location: Enjoy access to more than 30 city parks and multiple state parks, just 30 miles northwest of Detroit
  

Qualifications

• Board Certification in General Surgery
  




• Surgical Critical Care Certification (CAQ required)
  




• Active Michigan Medical License
  




• Experience in ACS-verified trauma programs
  




• Strong communication skills and commitment to high-quality care
  




• Desire to thrive in a collaborative, team-based model
  

Why SAMGI?

• Robust Malpractice Coverage – Including tail coverage
  




• CME Support
  




• 401(k) Plan
  




• National physician-led organization with more than 25 years of experience exclusively managing surgical programs
  

About the Hospital

McLaren Oakland is a 328-bed facility serving Pontiac and the broader Oakland County region. The hospital provides a wide range of primary and specialty services, including Level II Trauma, robotic surgery, cardiology, oncology, and orthopedics, and offers additional outpatient care in Clarkston and Oxford.

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