UnityPoint Health·Cedar Falls, Iowa
This is an outpatient-focused role with integrated telehealth components, involving an average caseload of 18–24 patients per day providing psychiatric care across the lifespan. Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive initial psychiatric evaluations, providing follow-up treatment and medication management, and participating in a 1:7 phone-based call rotation.
Overview UnityPoint Clinic is actively recruiting for a psychiatrist to join our outpatient psychiatry team in Cedar Falls, Iowa 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 a spot on the Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022 by Becker’s Healthcare.
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.
Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; Friday, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM Outpatient-focused position with integrated telehealth components Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, advanced practice providers, and therapists Access to advanced treatment options, including TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) and injection services Strong partnerships with community mental health resources to ensure comprehensive patient care Fully integrated Epic EMR across clinics and hospitals for seamless care coordination
Outpatient-focused role with integrated telehealth components Average caseload of 18–24 patients per day Provide psychiatric care across the lifespan with a diverse patient mix Call rotation 1:7, phone-based only Conduct comprehensive initial psychiatric evaluations for new patients Provide follow-up treatment and medication management for existing patients Partner with physicians, social workers, nurses, and other professionals to coordinate individualized treatment plans
MD or DO Board Eligible or Board Certified in Psychiatry 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 Competitive compensation package 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 160,000 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!
Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree and be Board Eligible or Board Certified in Psychiatry, along with the ability to obtain an unrestricted Iowa medical license. Applicants must also be eligible to work in the United States, with J-1 waiver sponsorship available.
Market context
Psychiatry positions in Iowa are often competitive because employers look for board eligibility or certification, an MD or DO, and the ability to secure an unrestricted Iowa medical license. This role also includes J-1 waiver sponsorship, which can broaden the applicant pool, while the listed benefits—malpractice insurance, CME allowance, competitive compensation, generous time off, and retirement contributions—help distinguish offers. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure and work-authorization path before applying.
