UnityPoint Health·Waterloo, Iowa
Provide a mix of outpatient pulmonary medicine and inpatient critical care, including hospital consults and ICU management. Perform various diagnostic and surgical pulmonary procedures for patients with lung disorders.
Overview Pulmonary Critical Care - Physician – Waterloo, IA UnityPoint Clinic is a physician-led, nonprofit health care organization offering comprehensive services in primary care, walk-in care and specialty care.
The clinical teams at the area’s clinics are improving outcomes, lowering the number of hospital readmissions and reducing avoidable costs associated with treating chronic conditions.
The UnityPoint Clinic team is known for excellence and quality patient care putting patients at the center of their care to provide the best level of health and well-being.
UnityPoint Health – Allen Hospital is a 204-bed, community hospital serving the Cedar Valley.
Allen Hospital is the busiest hospital in the Cedar Valley.
We care for more inpatients, outpatients, emergency patients and cardiac patients than any other hospital in our 10-county service area.
United Medical Park and Prairie Parkway offer outpatient care in facilities that are built for your comfort and convenience.
Full-time opportunity to join experienced team (2MD and 2APP) Efficient, well-supported pulmonary clinic located on hospital campus Experienced, dedicated, and supportive staff Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30 Shared call coverage with work/life balance 204 bed hospital with established Hospitalist Team Support from a full range of dedicated specialists and subspecialists Outpatient clinic equipped with 6 consultation rooms & 1 procedure room 12 bed ICU with Intensivist Cardio and Pulmonary Rehab onsite Fully integrated system with clinic and hospitals on Epic EMR to improve care coordination
Rewarding mix between outpatient and inpatient Critical care, hospital consults, pulmonary procedures, and outpatient medicine Average outpatient volume: 16-20 patients per day Average 5 patient consults daily (clinic hours only) 3-4 patients daily census in ICU Full range of office care and diagnostic services for patients with lung disorders such as chronic obstructive lung disease, asthma, sleep apnea, interstitial lung disease, lung nodule, and lung cancer Ultrasound, Lab, PFT, and Respiratory Therapist on site Spacious fully equipped surgical room Exposure to procedures: endobronchial US guided bronchoscopy, CT guided bronchoscopy, pleurx placement, thoracentesis, arterial lines, central lines, dialysis catheters, Chest tube management/placement Ability to work as a team member to improve the health of the people and communities we serve
MD or DO Board Eligible or Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Critical Care Ability to obtain and hold an unrestricted license to practice in the state of State 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 program 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 Waterloo and Cedar Falls comprise a metro area of more than 107,000 residents who are proud to call the Cedar Valley home. These two cities are just minutes apart, and though they’re intertwined by shared geography and regional pride, each boasts its own unique history and attractions. Whichever city you choose to plant your roots, you won’t have to go far to enjoy the amenities of the other – an added benefit of life in the Cedar Valley! Please contact Tina Dalton, Physician and Provider Recruiter, at (515) 782-0175 or Tina.dalton@unitypoint.org
Must hold an MD or DO degree and be Board Eligible or Certified in Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Critical Care. Requires the ability to obtain an unrestricted medical license in the state of Iowa.
Market context
Pulmonary critical care roles in Iowa are often sought in hospital-based settings where coverage for complex respiratory and ICU patients is important. Competition can be strong because employers typically look for an MD or DO, board eligibility or certification in Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Critical Care, and the ability to secure an unrestricted Iowa license. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm licensure timing and ask whether the schedule and ICU coverage match your practice preferences.
