Surgery, Ortho: General

Indiana University Health Fort Wayne is seeking a BE/BC General Orthopaedic Surgeon for a new position in Fort Wayne, IN. Fort Wayne is the state's second largest city and is known for its excellent amenities.


IU Health Fort Wayne currently employs 25+ primary care physicians and other providers at our urgent cares in Fort Wayne. As part of our strategic development in northeast Indiana, we opened a new multi-specialty ambulatory surgery center in Fort Wayne in 2021. Due to growth, we are recruiting qualified orthopaedic surgeons to collaborate with our highly skilled providers and clinical teams.


Job Description:

• General Orthopaedic Surgeon
• 100% Outpatient for 2 years then, 50/50
• Schedule:
  • Fulltime
  • 4 (10 hour shifts). No weekend responsibilities.
  • Very limited outpatient call
• Patient population: Strong mix of general ortho and sports
• Approximately 80 patients per week
• Estimated 8-12 procedures performed per week
  • Procedures include general, arthroscopies, soft tissue repairs, sports injuries
• Rapidly growing practice with great base of primary care physicians for referrals
• Join 1 Orthopaedic Surgeon and collaborate with other physicians in the region

Qualifications:

• New graduates and experienced physicians are encouraged to apply
• MD or DO
• American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) board certified or board eligible
• Ability to obtain an active medical license in the state of Indiana
• Desire to be part of a growing Orthopaedic team

Call or text compensation details

• Comprehensive benefits package includes group insurance (health, dental, life, disability), 401k with company match, PTO, relocation assistance and occurrence-based malpractice insurance coverage

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Community Description

• Fort Wayne is Indiana's 2nd largest city and boasts one of the lowest cost of living areas in the nation (ranked as fifth on U.S. News and World Report's 2023-2024 list of Best Affordable Places to live in the U.S.)
• The city is home to 82+ miles of beautiful trails circling a vibrant, eclectic downtown area surrounded by three rivers
• From Broadway theatre shows, storied minor league sports teams, one of the nation's top zoos, to beautiful museums and riverfront boat tours - the city has something to satisfy a wide array of interests
• Host of diverse festivals and a strong regional arts and crafts heritage
• Active lifestyle includes kayaking, canoeing and paddle boarding at over 200 area lakes, PGA golf courses, bike trails, state parks, camping and a quarter-mile toboggan run
• Home to an international airport, named "the nation's friendliest airport" by USA Today
• Conveniently located to major metro areas of Chicago, Detroit and Indianapolis
• Top-tier school systems - both private and public options
• Learn more about Fort Wayne and Northeast Indiana by watching this video

Healthcare System/Hospital Description

Delivering on our vision to make Indiana one of the nation's healthiest states, Indiana University Health expanded into the northeast Indiana market in 2018. Currently, IU Health operates four primary care clinics, two urgent cares, and a radiology center in the Fort Wayne area. A 40,000-square foot accredited ambulatory care center opened in 2021, with five operating and five procedure rooms for more than 10 different specialties. Riley Children's Health also operates a clinic in Fort Wayne, providing access close to home to multiple pediatric subspecialty physicians.


A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine gives our providers access to the most innovative treatments and latest technologies, offering more treatment options than anywhere in the state. IU School of Medicine also creates unique research and teaching opportunities vital to medical advancement.


At IU Health, we are committed to advancing a culture where all people can come together while we work to equitably improve the health of all Hoosiers. Working together, our health system fosters an environment in which differences are respected and valued. With a bold approach to diversity and inclusion, we are the place where many voices and perspectives come together to improve the health of our communities today and in the future.


Get to know IU Health Fort Wayne in this video!


We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.


Indiana University Health, Indiana University Health Physicians and Indiana University School of Medicine are EOE/AA Employers, M/F/D.