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Job Description Summary: Assistant Program Director, Family Medicine Residency
Location: MercyOne Northeast Iowa - Waterloo, IA
MercyOne Northeast Iowa is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Family Medicine physician to join as Assistant Program Director for its well-established Family Medicine Residency Program. This leadership role involves teaching, mentoring, and supervising residents in both inpatient and outpatient settings, with a focus on delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide academic leadership by teaching and mentoring residents in inpatient adult medicine and newborn care (OB optional) and outpatient continuity and procedure clinics.
Oversee resident performance during clinical rotations.
Lead 1-2 program-wide quality improvement projects annually.
Deliver 10-12 didactic lectures per year on core Family Medicine topics.
Serve as faculty advisor to approximately 5 residents.
Participate in program administration, curriculum development, and faculty meetings.
Work Schedule:
4 half-days inpatient teaching/service
2-3 half-days resident clinic supervision
1 half-day procedure clinic
1 half-day protected administrative time
1 half-day conferences
Office call rotation (1:4) with nurse triage support; no hospital call required
OB practice optional based on candidate interest
Compensation & Benefits:
Starting salary: $260,000+ (commensurate with experience)
Bonuses: $40,000 starting bonus, $40,000 longevity bonuses over first 3 years, $15,000 relocation allowance
$5,000 annual CME allowance
Employer-paid malpractice including tail coverage
Health, dental, vision insurance with shared premiums
Employer-paid short-term disability; optional long-term disability
Retirement plans (403B & 457B)
Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Community Highlights:
Waterloo/Cedar Falls area offers excellent schools, affordable living, vibrant university culture, rich arts and outdoor recreational opportunities, and convenient access to major Midwest cities.
Candidate Requirements:
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine
Prefer inpatient clinical experience
Strong commitment to resident education and academic excellence
EOE and drug screening required
To Apply or Learn More:
Contact Lori Landsgard at lori.landsgard@mercyhealth.com or 319-272-7325.
Assistant Program Director, Family Medicine Residency
MercyOne Northeast Iowa - Waterloo, IA
MercyOne Northeast Iowa is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Family Medicine physician to join our team as Assistant Program Director for our long-standing, highly successful Family Medicine Residency Program in Waterloo, Iowa. For over 44 years, our program has produced outstanding Family Physicians who serve Northeast Iowa and beyond.
Position Highlights
Academic Leadership: Actively teach and mentor residents in both inpatient and outpatient clinical settings.
Inpatient Component:
- Supervise and educate residents on the Family Medicine inpatient service, including adult medicine and newborn care (OB optional).
- Oversee resident performance and education during inpatient rotations, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care.
Outpatient Component:
- Supervise residents in continuity clinic and procedure clinic.
- Provide direct patient care in the clinic setting.
- Quality Improvement: Lead 1-2 program-wide quality improvement projects annually.
Didactics: Deliver 10-12 lectures per year on core Family Medicine topics.
Resident Advising: Serve as faculty advisor for approximately 5 residents.
Administrative Duties: Participate in program administration, curriculum development, and faculty meetings.
Schedule
Typical Weekly Structure:
4 half-days: Inpatient teaching/service
2-3 half-days: Resident clinic supervision
1 half-day: Procedure clinic
1 half-day: Protected administrative time
1 half-day: Conferences
Call:
Office call only, 1:4 rotation with nurse triage support
No hospital call required
OB: Optional, based on candidate interest
Compensation & Benefits
Starting Salary: $260,000 or commensurate with experience
Bonuses:
$40,000 starting bonus
$40,000 longevity bonus after years 1, 2, and 3
$15,000 relocation allowance
CME: $5,000 annual allowance
Malpractice: Employer-paid, including tail coverage
Insurance:
Health: Shared premium, 3 plan options
Dental & Vision: 2 plans each, employer-shared premium
Employer-paid short-term disability; optional long-term disability
Retirement: 403B & 457B options
Loan Forgiveness: Non-profit organization, qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Community
Waterloo/Cedar Falls metro area population ~120,000
High quality of life: excellent schools, affordable living, and a vibrant university community (University of Northern Iowa)
Rich cultural scene: Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, Division I athletics, and numerous community events
Outstanding education: schools with top ACT/SAT scores
Abundant outdoor recreation: cycling, hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking, skiing, and more
Centrally located: Easy drive to Des Moines, Minneapolis, Madison, Milwaukee, and Chicago
Learn more: www.experiencewaterloo.com | www.cedarfallstourism.org
Candidate Requirements
Board Certified/Board Eligible in Family Medicine
Inpatient experience preferred
Commitment to resident education and academic excellence
EOE/drug screen required
To Apply or Learn More:
Contact Lori Landsgard at lori.landsgard@mercyhealth.com or 319-272-7325.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
