UnityPoint Health·Fort Dodge, Iowa
Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care services to the Fort Dodge community, including general medical procedures and patient evaluations. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes and manage chronic conditions using the EPIC EMR system.
Overview UnityPoint Clinic is actively recruiting for a Family Medicine Physician to join our team.
Choose a career that matters at UnityPoint Health.
At UnityPoint Health, we believe that our patient-centered vision and physician-driven philosophy, along with our one team approach, ensures every patient knows just how much they matter to this world.
Commitment to our team has earned us recognition as a Top 150 Places to Work by Becker’s Healthcare and among America’s Best Employers By State in Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin.
Come be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
At UnityPoint Health, you matter.
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.
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 Support from Partners, Medical Director, Operations Leader, Clinical Leader, Clinical Team, Care Management, Care Coordination, Social Work & Referral Specialist Fully integrated system with clinics and hospitals on EPIC EMR to improve care coordination Leadership and committee involvement opportunities available
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 amongst primary care providers Currently 1:13 call rotation Telephonic call only 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, casting, 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
MD or DO Board Eligible or Board Certified in Family Medicine or Internal 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. With family-friendly attractions and outdoor adventures to museums, theatres and parks, it’s a great place to live, work and raise a family. Whether exploring history and public art pieces or riding mountain bikes and off-highway vehicles, Fort Dodge will Dodge the Ordinary.
Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree and be Board Eligible or Board Certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine. Must possess an unrestricted license to practice in Iowa and the authority to prescribe medications.
Market context
Family medicine and internal medicine physicians are commonly sought in Iowa communities like Fort Dodge, where outpatient primary care supports ongoing local demand. These roles are competitive because employers often look for board eligibility or certification, Iowa licensure eligibility, and experience managing broad adult or family medicine panels. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare licensure needs, malpractice coverage, CME support, PSLF eligibility, time off, and retirement contributions before applying.
