Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeon in Fort Wayne, IN

Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeon in Fort Wayne, IN

Fort Wayne, IndianaPosted 1mo agoattending physician
~$1,200,000SalaryDr Signal· Good coverage

Reported by 25 physicians · national cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay

Cardiothoracic SurgeryFull-timeFull-time

Overview

Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Schedule
Full-time
SalaryDr Signal range
$1,000k – $1,300k

25 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay

Practice
Healthcare system · New healthcare facility (state-of-the-art)

Role summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a full-time Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeon to join a new healthcare facility in Fort Wayne, Indiana, covering inpatient, outpatient, and OR care. The position offers a competitive compensation package with benefits including PTO, CME allowance, and relocation assistance, with opportunities for teaching and research through the IU School of Medicine affiliation.

What the posting highlights

  • Care setting: Inpatient, outpatient and OR coverage
  • Patient population: Adult cardiac surgical patients
  • Research or clinical-trial participation is noted
  • Teaching or an academic practice setting is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Physician-reported total comp$1000k–$1300k · $1200k median
$964kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$1336k

Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.

Compensation

What physicians report
$1,000k – $1,300k
Pay context
SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
Report sample
25 recent physician reports · national cohort
Compensation basis
Estimated total compensation
Physician-reported total comp$1000k–$1300k · $1200k median
$964kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$1336k

This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 25 recent, approved physician reports (national cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.

Next steps

Employer

IU Health Medical Group

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EHR
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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Healthcare system
Facility type
New healthcare facility (state-of-the-art)
Patient population
Adult cardiac surgical patients
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
Indiana
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Healthcare system

SalaryDr will show local peer compensation and hiring supply here once this role has enough physician-reported data.

Questions to ask the employer

  • What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?
  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Schedule
Full-time
Inpatient / outpatient
Inpatient, outpatient and OR coverage
FTE
1
Teaching
Yes
Research
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
Salary label
SalaryDr Signal
First seen
1 mo ago
Last verified
2 days ago
Extraction confidence
80%

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

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

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.