Orthopaedic Surgeon to Practice at Outpatient Surgery Center

Indiana University Health

Fort Wayne, IN

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Fort Wayne, IN
POSTED
1 day ago

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

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

See how you can thrive, right here at Indiana University Health

  • 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

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