General Surgery Opportunity MercyOne Iowa - $476K Guarantee + $100K Bonuses

General Surgery Opportunity

• Looking for a skilled general surgeon with a focus on essential procedures.
• Access to advanced diagnostic tools and robotic technology.
• Dedicated surgical time slots available.
• Participate in a shared on-call schedule.
• Strong network of referrals to support your practice.
• Join a Level III Regional Trauma Center located in Waterloo.
• Work at both the Waterloo Medical Center and Cedar Falls Medical Center.
• H-1B cap-exempt organization.
• J-1 visa candidates are welcome to apply.

Compensation and Benefits

• Guaranteed salary of $476,000 for the first two years, with additional production incentives.
• Sign-on bonus of $70,000.
• Longevity bonus of $30,000 at the conclusion of the third year.
• Relocation assistance of $15,000.
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage provided by the employer.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance with shared premiums.
• Two retirement plans: a 403(b) with employer matching and a 457(b) savings plan.
• Employer-funded short-term disability insurance, with an option to purchase long-term disability at a low cost.
• Up to 31 days of paid time off annually during the guarantee period.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance of $6,000 per year.
• Non-profit status qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Community Overview

• The Waterloo/Cedar Falls region has a population of around 120,000 residents.
• This Midwestern city, situated along the Cedar River, offers an exceptional quality of life, outstanding educational institutions, and affordable living costs.
• The University of Northern Iowa, located in Cedar Falls, is recognized as one of the top universities in the Midwest by the Princeton Review and features Division I athletics.
• The Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center hosts over 300 events annually, including off-Broadway shows and performances by renowned artists.
• Local schools consistently achieve high rankings in ACT and SAT scores.
• A variety of cultural amenities, community organizations, and sports clubs are available for both children and adults.
• Enjoy year-round outdoor activities such as cycling, hiking, camping, cross-country skiing, hunting, fishing, and kayaking.
• Conveniently located within driving distance of major cities like Des Moines, Minneapolis, Madison, Milwaukee, and Chicago.