Family Medicine Opening in Altoona, IA
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## Family Medicine Physician | Altoona, IA Greater Des Moines Metro — Eastern Suburb ## Position Details * Full-time, permanent position * Setting: Outpatient — established clinic with 24/7 hospitalist program covering adult and pediatric inpatients * Dedicated administrative time with flexible scheduling * EMR: Epic — fully integrated * H-1B cap exempt * PSLF eligible ## Practice Overview Seeking a BC/BE Family Medicine Physician to join a well-established, growing outpatient clinic in the Greater Des Moines area: * Join a team of 3 physicians and 5 Advanced Practitioners * Autonomy to build and shape the practice according to physician preferences * Experienced clinical and non-clinical staff throughout * Collaborative, cohesive physician and staff team * 24/7 hospitalist program handles all adult and pediatric inpatient coverage * Opportunity to improve patient outcomes and reduce hospital readmissions * Physician-led, nonprofit organization committed to excellence ## Compensation & Benefits * Initial 2-year salary guarantee with ability to exceed on innovative compensation program * Attractive incentive package * Competitive Total Rewards program including CME allowance, malpractice insurance, and retirement contributions * Generous time off * PSLF eligibility including loan restructuring and consolidation assistance * Supportive provider resources for work-life balance * Professional development and career support * H-1B cap exempt ## Required Qualifications * MD or DO — Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine * Active Iowa medical license or ability to obtain — required * Current and unrestricted state and federal authority to prescribe and administer medications — required * Eligible to work in the United States — H-1B cap exempt ## About the Community – Altoona, Iowa * Thriving eastern suburb of Des Moines — part of one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the Midwest * Family-friendly community with excellent schools, diverse housing options, and an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere * Easy access to urban amenities, multinational corporations, and vibrant locally-owned businesses * Des Moines Art Center, Science Center of Iowa, Iowa State Fair, and abundant cultural and recreational opportunities throughout the metro * Affordable cost of living with outstanding quality of life * Des Moines International Airport offering convenient regional and national connections