Posted June 29, 2026
Surgery - Thoracic Physician
BAS Healthcare
Fort Wayne, Indiana 46801, United States
Full-Time
Reference: 3129348876
Location:
Fort Wayne, IN
Fort Wayne is Indiana's second-largest city, offering a vibrant arts and culture scene, affordable cost of living, and a welcoming community atmosphere. The city provides an excellent quality of life with easy access to both urban amenities and beautiful natural landscapes throughout the region.
Facility:
This well-established hospital is a Level 2 trauma center featuring a 99-bed department, providing comprehensive cardiovascular and thoracic surgical services to the surrounding community. The facility offers strong institutional support and a robust surgical program with a locums-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate.
Opportunity:
Physician (MD) - Thoracic Surgery - Cardio Thoracic Surgery
Job Details:
Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.
Fort Wayne, IN
Fort Wayne is Indiana's second-largest city, offering a vibrant arts and culture scene, affordable cost of living, and a welcoming community atmosphere. The city provides an excellent quality of life with easy access to both urban amenities and beautiful natural landscapes throughout the region.
Facility:
This well-established hospital is a Level 2 trauma center featuring a 99-bed department, providing comprehensive cardiovascular and thoracic surgical services to the surrounding community. The facility offers strong institutional support and a robust surgical program with a locums-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate.
Opportunity:
Physician (MD) - Thoracic Surgery - Cardio Thoracic Surgery
Job Details:
- Locums-to-perm opportunity providing comprehensive cardiac and thoracic surgical services with 10 patient encounters per shift
- Perform general CV/thoracic surgery including both open and endoscopic approaches
- Perform coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG) both on-pump and off-pump
- Manage and repair congenital defects including ASD, VSD, and PFO
- Perform valvular repair and replacement procedures
- Perform aneurysm repair including cardiac and aorto-thoracic
- Perform lung resections including VATs and chest wall or pleural procedures
- Perform esophagus and diaphragm surgeries
- Place permanent pacemakers, AICDs, and left ventricular assist devices
- Perform TAVR procedures
- Manage ventilators and perform bronchoscopy
- Evaluate and manage acute volume and blood pressure issues
- Insert central lines, arterial lines, PA catheters, and IABPs
- Perform general vascular surgery including open approaches; endovascular preferred
- Board certification required; ACLS, ATLS, and BLS certifications required
- Active Indiana medical license required
- Estimated credentialing timeframe of 45 days
- Nearest airport is Fort Wayne International Airport, approximately 8 minutes away
Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.
