Indiana University-General Orthopaedic Surgeon-Fort Wayne 2 of 3

Orthopedic SurgeryNo weekendsFull-Time

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Job Description

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

Call or Text Compensation Details

  • 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

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.

  • Specialty: Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Sub-Specialty: General
  • Practice Setting: Inpatient / Outpatient

Key Responsibilities

The surgeon will perform general orthopaedic procedures, including arthroscopies and soft tissue repairs, while collaborating with a team of primary care physicians and specialists. The role involves managing a patient population with a mix of general orthopaedic and sports-related injuries in an ambulatory surgery center setting.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

General orthopaedic surgerySports medicineArthroscopySoft tissue repairClinical collaborationPatient careSurgical procedures

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Indiana is 93.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.4% of Indiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physician by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score4.8 / 10 · above average in orthopedic surgeryranked against 372 Orthopedic Surgery listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedPhysician median $652k (middle half $560k–$725k)118 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingIndiana index 93.3US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physician listings in Indiana440 active22,848 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Physician pay trend+1.7% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (372 Orthopedic Surgery listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

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Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401k with company match
PTO
Relocation Assistance
Occurrence-based Malpractice Insurance

Living in Fort Wayne

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$230k
Typical market rent
$1,257/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.6
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Fort Wayne, IN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.