Cardiovascular Disease, Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeon in Fort Wayne, IN

Job Description

Indiana University Health , Indiana's most comprehensive and top-ranked healthcare system, is actively recruiting a Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeon to join our growing team in Fort Wayne, Indiana. We are in the early stages of developing a new healthcare facility, and we are looking for passionate and skilled professionals to join us as we prepare to launch this exciting new chapter in patient care for early 2027!

Job Duties:

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• Cardiovascular Surgery for adult cardiac surgical patients
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• Inpatient, outpatient and OR coverage 
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• Full-time position

Basic Qualifications:

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• Qualified candidates must have M.D., DO, or equivalent education
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• Completed a cardiothoracic surgery fellowship or integrated program 
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• American BC/BE in Surgery, BC/BE with the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
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• Open to both new graduates and practicing physicians
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• Ability to obtain an Indiana medical license
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• Collaborate and successfully interact with a multi-disciplinary team to promote high-quality patient outcomes.
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• Requires excellent interpersonal skills and clear written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation Details:
We offer a competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits that include group insurance (health, dental, life, disability), 401k with company match, PTO, CME allowance, relocation assistance and occurrence-based malpractice insurance coverage

Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a pioneering team as we develop a state-of-the-art facility that will provide high-quality care to our community. While specific details of the hospital are still being finalized, we are looking for a dedicated surgeon to help shape the future of healthcare in Fort Wayne.

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• 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.)
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• The city is home to 82+ miles of beautiful trails circling a vibrant, eclectic downtown area surrounded by three rivers 
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• 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
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• Host of diverse festivals and a strong regional arts and crafts heritage
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• 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
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• Home to an international airport, named "the nation's friendliest airport" by USA Today
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• Conveniently located to major metro areas of Chicago, Detroit and Indianapolis
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• Top-tier school systems - both private and public options
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• Learn more about Fort Wayne and Northeast Indiana by watching this video