General Surgery - Physician

IU Health Medical Group - Indiana University Health; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance (health, dental, life,

401k with company match

PTO

CME allowance

Relocation assistance

Malpractice insurance

Job summary

Indiana University Health in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a General Surgery Physician Leader to guide and grow our forthcoming facility scheduled to open in early 2027. This role combines clinical oversight with executive leadership, directing general surgery services and driving operational excellence.

You will oversee case management, quality, and recruitment of surgical talent, while maintaining inpatient and outpatient duties and collaborating with a patient‑centered care team committed to IU

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• ABO/Surgery board eligible or certified.
• Able to obtain IN licensure.
• 3+ years of leadership/management experience preferred.
• Demonstrates a commitment to IU Health's mission, vision, and values.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general surgery cases and lead all clinical services.
• Direct and manage the surgical program to achieve specialty goals.
• Assist with physician recruitment and workforce planning.
• Inpatient and outpatient duties with shared call and administrative time for leadership duties.

Skills

Leadership experience

Physician recruitment

Change management

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)

American Board of Surgery Board Eligible/Board Certified Surgeon

Job description

Indiana University Health , Indiana's most comprehensive and top-ranked healthcare system, is actively recruiting a General Surgery Physician Leader to join our growing team in Fort Wayne, Indiana. We are in the early stages of developing a new healthcare facility and looking for passionate and skilled professionals to join us as we prepare to launch this exciting new chapter in patient care.This provider will manage general surgery cases while also leading, managing, and directing all clinical services to achieve specialty goals.Responsibilities will include overseeing the appropriateness, quality, efficiency and effectiveness of medical care, with a focus on driving operational excellence and fostering growth.Additionally, this provider will assist with physician recruitment for this respective specialty.

Job Details:

• Inpatient and outpatient duties
• General surgery cases to manage
• Shared Call
• Administrative time for leadership related duties
• Flexibility as we build and shape this new facility set to open in early 2027

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy
• American Board of Surgery Board Eligible/Board Certified Surgeon
• Able to obtain IN licensure
• Candidates with 3+ years of experience is preferred
• Experience in leadership and management is preferred
• Demonstrates a commitment to IU Health's mission, vision, and values by exhibiting behaviors and delivering results that align with the strategic
  direction of the organization
• Demonstrable track record in forging physician/management relations

Compensation Details:

We offer a competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits that includes 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 General Surgeon to help shape the future of healthcare in Fort Wayne.

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