7 on, 7 off Hospitalist Opportunity - Northwest Iowa
Updated 9/22/26
Spencer, Iowa, United States
Physician
Hospitalist
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
What You’ll Do
Avera Spencer and Spencer Hospital provide quality health care services to the people of northwest Iowa and southern Minnesota. In addition to providing a full-service hospital, Spencer Hospital operates a comprehensive cancer treatment center, an inpatient behavioral health center, a multi-specialty surgical center, four primary care clinics, and two satellite dialysis centers.
Discover Spencer, Iowa – Where Opportunity Meets Quality of Life
Spencer is a welcoming community of approximately 11,000 residents serving as a regional hub for northwest Iowa.
Why Spencer?
Join Our Team at Avera Spencer
We’re seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Family Medicine or Internal Medicine physician to join our hospitalist team and provide exceptional care to patients in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.What You’ll Do
- Work as part of the 2 physician, 2 APP hospitalist team for Spencer Hospital, a community- owned, 99 bed facility.
- Hospitalist and APP typically see between 18-22 patients per day.
- eHospitalist service available for back-up coverage when needed.
- No required procedures, but opportunities for procedures is available if desired.
- Over 1,400 physicians and APP's available for consult through the Avera Health network.
Schedule
- Rotating 7 day on, 7 day off schedule
- Scheduled shifts of 7am to 7pm, Monday to Monday
- Overnight call coverage 2-3 nights during scheduled week on (eHospitalist service available to take first call)
Qualifications
- MD or DO, licensed (or eligible) in Iowa
- Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
- DEA certification (state and federal)
- Strong provider involvement in decision-making
- Low physician turnover and strong long-term provider retention
- Mission-driven organization rooted in compassion, hospitality, and stewardship
- Career development, leadership opportunities, and physician mentorship
- Collaborative, supportive culture focused on physician well-being
- Competitive compensation with production incentives
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Time off available on day one for eligible providers
- Retirement plan with employer match
Avera Spencer and Spencer Hospital provide quality health care services to the people of northwest Iowa and southern Minnesota. In addition to providing a full-service hospital, Spencer Hospital operates a comprehensive cancer treatment center, an inpatient behavioral health center, a multi-specialty surgical center, four primary care clinics, and two satellite dialysis centers.
Here’s what makes us stand out:
- Established, respected health system with decades of service to the region and a strong referral base.
- Collaborative group of family medicine physicians, APP's and specialists.
- Onsite diagnostic imaging, lab services, rehab and newly built emergency department enhance patient care and convenience.
- Spencer Hospital has been named one of the nation's Top 20 Rural & Community Hospitals for 2026
Discover Spencer, Iowa – Where Opportunity Meets Quality of Life
Spencer is a welcoming community of approximately 11,000 residents serving as a regional hub for northwest Iowa.
Why Spencer?
- Excellent quality of life with relatively low cost of living, strong schools, and abundant outdoor recreation - including the nearby Iowa Great Lakes.
- Family-friendly environment with local arts, community events, and youth sports.
- Convenient access to Sioux Falls, SD and other regional centers while enjoying a small-town lifestyle.
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