UnityPoint Health

Family Medicine or Internal Medicine - Physician - Fort Dodge

UnityPoint Health • $200K — $250K *
Fort Dodge, IA 50501In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • MD or DO required.
  • Board Eligible or Board Certified in Family Medicine.
  • Must obtain unrestricted license to practice in Iowa.
  • Current state and federal authority to prescribe medications required.
  • Eligible to work in the U.S. (H1-B cap exempt) and J-1 waiver sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

  • Manage full-time patient schedule with 36 contact hours weekly.
  • See an average of 20-25 patients per day.
  • Engage in outpatient practice without nighttime or weekend duties.
  • Share clinic call (1:14 rotation) that is telephonic only and triaged by MyNurse hotline.
  • Perform general primary care procedures including joint injections and skin excisions.
  • Collaborate with team to enhance community health initiatives.
  • Utilize strong communication and problem-solving skills to inform patient care decisions.

Benefits

  • Initial 2-year salary guarantee with potential for performance-based earnings.
  • Attractive incentive package included.
  • Comprehensive Total Rewards program tailored to diverse needs.
  • Generous time off and CME allowance, plus malpractice insurance and retirement contributions.
  • Dedicated resources to enhance work-life balance for providers.
  • Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and assistance in loan restructuring.
  • Commitment to inclusivity and ensuring all providers' voices are heard.
  • Ongoing support and development opportunities for rewarding career experience.
Full Job Description
Overview

UnityPoint Clinic is actively recruiting for a Family Medicine Physician to join our team.

  • Opportunity to practice outpatient medicine in an established, well-known primary care clinic serving Fort Dodge and surrounding communities
  • Cohesive group of colleagues and supportive staff allowing for autonomy while building the practice according to your preferences
  • Experienced staff, both clinical and non-clinical, with a lot of longevity who know the patients and the community extremely well
  • Flexible scheduling to ensure sufficient patient access
  • Fully integrated system with clinics and hospitals on EPIC EMR to improve care coordination
  • Leadership and committee involvement opportunities available


Responsibilities

  • Full-time benefit eligible position, 36 patient contact hours per week
  • Average 20-25 patients per day
  • No nights or weekends
  • No inpatient duties; 24/7 adult and pediatric hospitalist coverage
  • Clinic call shared among primary care providers in multiple clinics
    • Currently 1:14 call rotation
    • Telephonic call only - no need to report to the clinic or hospital
    • Calls triaged by MyNurse hotline
    • Minimal call volume
  • Ability to work as a team member to improve the health of the people and communities we serve
  • General primary care procedures such as joint injections, skin excisions, lacerations, etc.
  • Evaluates, interprets and coordinates information to make decisions and recommendations regarding patient care
  • Patient-focused, friendly and willing to collaborate in a team environment
  • Excellent communication (written and verbal), analytical and problem-solving skills


Qualifications

  • MD or DO
  • Board Eligible or Board Certified in Family Medicine
  • Ability to obtain and hold an unrestricted license to practice in the state of Iowa
  • Hold current and unrestricted state and federal authority to prescribe and administer medications as necessary or appropriate to the physician's field of practice
  • Eligible to work in the United States (H1-B cap exempt)
  • J-1 waiver sponsorship available


We Offer
  • Initial 2-year salary guarantee with ability to exceed on an innovative compensation plan
  • Attractive incentive package
  • A competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what stage of life you are in.
  • Generous time off and CME allowance, malpractice insurance, retirement contributions and more
  • Dedicated provider resources to positively impact providers work-life balance
  • Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, including a free third-party service for loan restructuring and consolidation
  • A commitment to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation
  • Support and development opportunities that are a crucial part of delivering a remarkable employment experience
  • A culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve


Community Details

Fort Dodge, part of the Des Moines River Valley of North Central Iowa, is known for its Midwest charm and family values, is a great place to live, work and raise a family. From family-friendly attractions and outdoor adventures to the nationally known museums, the opportunities for fun before, during and after work are endless. Whether exploring history and public art pieces or riding mountain bikes and off-highway vehicles, Fort Dodge will Dodge the Ordinary.

About UnityPoint Health

UnityPoint Health is a non-profit healthcare organization that provides medical services in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. The organization was formed in 2013 through the merger of Iowa Health System and UnityPoint Health. UnityPoint Health operates hospitals, clinics, and home care services, and offers a range of medical specialties, including cancer care, heart and vascular care, neurology, and pediatrics. The organization is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and improving the health of the communities it serves.
Learn more about UnityPoint Health
Size
30,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1982
* Ladders Estimates

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