Surgery - Thoracic Physician

Location:Fort Wayne, INFort Wayne offers a vibrant urban experience with small-town charm as Indiana's second-largest city. With excellent cultural amenities, parks, and a relatively low cost of living, it provides an attractive balance of professional opportunities and quality of life in the heart of the Midwest.Facility:This facility is a leading medical center in northeastern Indiana featuring 325 beds and providing comprehensive cardiac and thoracic surgical services. As a Level 2 trauma center, the hospital delivers advanced care to patients throughout the region with state-of-the-art technology and a collaborative healthcare team.Opportunity:Physician (MD) - Thoracic Surgery - Cardio Thoracic SurgeryJob Details:• Locums-to-Perm opportunity with approximately 10 patient encounters per shift• Perform comprehensive cardiothoracic surgical procedures including open and endoscopic approaches• Conduct coronary artery bypass surgeries (both on-pump and off-pump)• Provide surgical management for congenital defects (ASD, VSD, PFO, etc.)• Perform valvular repairs and replacements• Handle cardiac and aorto-thoracic aneurysm repairs• Conduct lung resections including VATS procedures• Perform chest wall, pleural, esophagus, and diaphragm surgeries• Implement permanent pacemaker placements and AICD• Experience with left ventricular assist devices, TAVR, and CABG procedures• Provide ventilator management and bronchoscopy• Insert central lines, arterial lines, PA catheters, and IABPs• Conduct vascular surgical procedures including open and endovascular approaches• Board certification eligible with ACLS, ATLS, and BLS certifications required• Active Indiana medical license required (IMLC not accepted)• Expected credentialing timeframe: 30-45 days• Convenient location near Fort Wayne International Airport (8 mins) with Hampton Inn accommodations availableCompensation:Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.