General Surgeon - Mason City, Iowa - $562k 1st year guarantee

General Surgeon Opportunity

Our organization is on the lookout for a General Surgeon to become a part of our esteemed surgical team in Mason City, IA. This vibrant, high-volume practice is equipped with advanced technology and provides a comprehensive range of surgical services.

Opportunity Highlights

• Collaborate with a team comprising 3 General Surgeons, 1 Acute/Trauma General Surgeon, and 2 Physician Assistants.
• Engage in a hybrid role that includes both elective surgeries and acute/trauma surgery.
• Perform a full range of procedures: Surgical (laparoscopic, open, robotic), Endoscopy, Rounding, and Clinic/Emergency Department consultations.
• Enjoy dedicated block operating room time.
• Utilize 2 DaVinci XI Robots for advanced surgical procedures.
• Participate in on-call duties approximately 7-8 days per month.
• Work with an Electronic Medical Record system: EPIC.

Benefits & Incentives

• Receive a guaranteed base salary of $462,000 per year for the first two years, with production-based compensation starting in year three.
• Benefit from a $100,000 recruitment incentive.
• Access a moving allowance of up to $15,000.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package from day one, including health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, paid malpractice and tail coverage, as well as a 401k/403b retirement match and an additional 457b plan.
• Take advantage of 34 days of paid time off (PTO) during the base salary period, increasing to 40 days when on production.
• Receive $6,000 annually for continuing medical education (CME).

Qualifications

• Board Certified/Board Eligible; must achieve board certification within three years of eligibility.
• H1B and J1 visa candidates are encouraged to apply.
• All offers are subject to successful completion of references, background checks, pre-employment physicals, and drug screenings.
• A degree from a medical or osteopathic medical school is required.
• Completion of an appropriate residency program demonstrating competency as a physician.
• Must be eligible to obtain medical staff privileges at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa.
• Exceptional communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Must hold or be eligible for a physician license in the State of Iowa, along with an Iowa Controlled Substance Certificate and Federal DEA Certificate.

About Our Surgical Services

Our General Surgery department specializes in advanced, minimally invasive surgical techniques, utilizing state-of-the-art endoscopic and laparoscopic methods. Our surgeons are dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized care, leveraging the latest innovations in surgery. We are committed to delivering compassionate care before, during, and after each procedure to ensure optimal outcomes for our patients.

About the Medical Center

Our facility is a 346-bed full-service community health system featuring a Level III trauma center. With over 300 physicians and providers, we serve more than 400,000 patients annually, both inpatient and outpatient. We are also a teaching institution, offering residency programs in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, and a fellowship in Cardiology, among others. Our organization maintains management agreements with seven rural primary care hospitals, establishing us as the leading rural healthcare network in northern Iowa and southern Minnesota.

About Mason City

Mason City is conveniently located within a two-hour drive from both Minneapolis-St. Paul and Des Moines, with daily direct flights to Chicago. It is recognized as one of the most desirable cities, featuring a low cost of living, excellent nationally ranked school systems, and abundant parks and trails. Residents can enjoy activities such as canoeing and kayaking on the Winnebago River, which flows through the city. Just 10 miles away, Clear Lake offers opportunities for sailing and fishing along its 13.2 miles of shoreline. The downtown area is vibrant, filled with local restaurants, breweries, charming cafes, and rich history, alongside well-known national chains.

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