Family Medicine Physician- St. Ansgar, Iowa- $250k Bonus

Family Medicine Physician Opportunity in St. Ansgar, Iowa

Join a Thriving Practice

• Engage in a bustling practice with immediate patient volume.
• Provide comprehensive care in an outpatient clinic located in St. Ansgar, along with inpatient rounding and emergency services in Osage.
• Become part of a collaborative team consisting of 5 physicians and 9 advanced practice providers across two clinics.
• Care for patients from newborns to seniors, with optional shared OB care.
• Enjoy a flexible work schedule, with options for a 4 or 4.5-day work week.
• Access lab, x-ray, and pharmacy services conveniently located within the clinic.
• Work alongside on-site specialists, including a podiatrist, general surgeon, optometrist, and two CRNAs, with additional support from MercyOne North Iowa.
• Admit patients to the Mitchell County Regional Health Center, a 25-bed critical access hospital with around 600 annual admissions and an emergency department handling 4,000 visits per year; recognized as a Top 100 hospital.
• Available services at Mitchell County include general surgery, pulmonary and sports rehabilitation, speech therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, cardiac rehabilitation, medical nutrition therapy, bone densitometry, CT scans, mobile MRI, mammography, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, vascular screening, and more.
• Affiliated with MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center, a Level III Trauma Center and regional teaching facility.
• Designated as a National Health Service Corps (NHSC) site.
• Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and Rural Iowa Primary Care Loan Repayment programs.

About Our Organization

• A regional health system serving 14 counties, which includes the MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center, seven critical access hospitals, and 42 clinics across northern Iowa and southern Minnesota.
• Our service area encompasses approximately 260,000 residents.
• Pioneered the first fully integrated electronic medical record (EMR) system in a rural health setting.
• Offers telemedicine and teleradiology services.

Candidate Qualifications

• Must be board certified or board eligible; certification required within three years of eligibility.
• Equal Opportunity Employer; drug screening is mandatory.
• Qualifications include graduation from an accredited medical or osteopathic school and completion of a relevant residency program.
• Must possess strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Must be licensed or eligible for a physician license in the State of Iowa, along with an Iowa Controlled Substance Certificate and Federal DEA Certificate.
• Note: All offers are contingent upon successful completion of references, background checks, pre-employment physicals, and drug screenings.
• We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Compensation and Benefits

• Attractive compensation package, including a $250,000 bonus.
• Two-year income guarantee of $301,290.
• Relocation assistance of up to $15,000.
• Generous paid time off: 34 days when on base and 40 days when on production.
• Annual continuing medical education (CME) allowance of $6,000.
• Comprehensive benefits starting from day one, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions and matching; optional 457(b) deferred compensation plan.
• Employer-sponsored professional liability insurance and tail coverage.

Community Overview

• Osage has a population of approximately 3,500, while St. Ansgar has around 1,200 residents.
• Osage is recognized as one of the Top 15 Best Places to Live by The Progressive Farmer.
• St. Ansgar is celebrated as the Garden Spot of Iowa, featuring lush farmland, trees, and vibrant local gardens.
• Conveniently located near major cities: Mason City (40 minutes), Cedar Falls/Waterloo (60 minutes), Des Moines (2.5 hours), Minneapolis (2.5 hours), and Rochester (60 minutes).
• Offers excellent educational institutions, safe neighborhoods, a low cost of living, a very low crime rate, affordable housing, and projected population growth of 3.2%.
• A diverse retail scene with a lively downtown area featuring various restaurants, specialty shops, and gift stores.
• An active Chamber of Commerce organizes year-round events and activities for families.
• Recreational opportunities include the Cedar River Water Trail, hiking and horseback riding trails, and numerous parks and campsites.
• Local amenities include an aquatic center, indoor pool, movie theater, multiple libraries, and golf courses.

Join us in a community where your contributions are valued, and where you can build lasting relationships while enjoying a fulfilling lifestyle!