UnityPoint Health·Sioux City, Iowa
The Hospitalist APP will perform rounding and swing shifts to manage a patient census of 12, focusing on improving outcomes and reducing readmissions. The role involves collaborating with intensivists and various specialists while providing high-quality patient-centered care.
Overview UnityPoint Clinic is actively recruiting for a Hospitalist NP or PA to join our team in Sioux City, 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.
Hospitalist APP schedule is 7on/7off 13-14 clinical shifts per month 10 hour rounding shift – 7a-ap 10 hour swing shift – 2p-12a Open ICU with Intensivist available to consult Specialists include: Ortho, Neuro, Cardiology, ID, Surgery, Nephrology, Pulmonology/Critical Care
TeleHospitalist service utilized for overnight coverage No night shifts, no call, no procedures and no codes Average census of 12 patients per APP Blocked scheduling Excellent work/life balance with flexible scheduling
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Board Certified 1 year of APP inpatient experience required Hold an unrestricted medical license in the state of Iowa Hold current and unrestricted state and federal authority to prescribe and administer medications as necessary or appropriate to the Advanced Practitioners field of practice Eligible to work in the United States We offer Competitive compensation 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 Sioux City has grown to be one of Iowa’s largest cities – and its meteoric rise isn’t showing any signs of slowing down. Sioux City is now one of northwest Iowa’s hubs for food production, healthcare, education, tourism and retail. Residents enjoy some of the most affordable housing in the nation, and there’s always something going on – whether it’s Saturday in the Park, one of the largest music festivals in the region, or any number of indoor and outdoor attractions such as Cone Park, the award-winning Art Center or the Sioux City Symphony. Whatever your tastes and whatever your career path, there’s something for everyone in Sioux City.
Candidates must be a board-certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with prior inpatient experience. An unrestricted medical license in the state of Iowa and the authority to prescribe medications are required.
Market context
Hospitalist NP and PA roles in Iowa are typically in steady demand because hospitals need clinicians who can manage admitted patients and coordinate care across shifts. These positions are competitive for candidates with prior inpatient experience, an unrestricted Iowa license, and prescribing authority, and the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here help you review the role faster without digging through the full posting. If you are considering applying, confirm your inpatient background matches the unit’s expectations and be ready to discuss how you handle admissions, rounding, and cross-cover.
