Community Health Systems

Join An Established, Respected Cardiothoracic Program - $900,000plus for experienced candidates

Fort Wayne, IN

full-time
Inpatient and outpatient

Lutheran Hospital in Northeast Indiana is looking for a BC/ BE Cardiothoracic surgeon to join our employed group as part of our succession planning initiative. You can be a vital member of the team providing a full range of cardiovascular and thoracic procedures from Day 1! Aggressive compensation package and recruitment incentives offered. Vascular surgery skills are a plus, but not required.

Scope of Position Includes:

  • State of the art, advanced technology and equipment
  • Large employed Cardiology referral base, with 5 in-network community hospitals
  • TAVR, MitraClip, VAD and more
  • Minimally invasive, robotic thoracic procedures supported
  • Collaborative physician leadership group and administrative team
  • Research opportunities available

Indiana is considered ‘physician friendly’ related to malpractice reform and elimination of non-compete restrictions for primary care physicians.

A Comprehensive Compensation Package May Include:

  • Guaranteed Salary plus wRVU incentive
  • $900,000+ for experienced candidates
  • Commencement Bonus
  • Medical Education Debt Repayment Assistance
  • Stipend During Residency/Fellowship
  • CME and Vacation
  • 401K and Health Benefits
  • Relocation Expenses

About Community Health Systems

Community Health Systems, Inc. (CHS) is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems in 36 distinct markets across 13 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS operates 60+ acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.

From Alaska to Florida, our affiliated hospitals are the cornerstones of their communities. These local hospitals and healthcare systems play a vital role by providing close to home care and peace of mind for millions of people each year.

Our affiliated hospitals have the flexibility to meet individual needs and the ability to offer competitive recruitment packages and start-up incentives. Hundreds of physicians choose CHS affiliated hospitals each year for quality of care and quality of life.

Posted May 5, 2026

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