A Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Internal Medicine Physician position in Newton, IA, providing both inpatient and outpatient care including procedures such as thoracentesis and central line placement. The role involves managing a daily census of approximately 10 inpatients and 15-20 clinic patients, serving a community with a significant elderly population. Compensation includes a competitive salary, relocation allowance, comprehensive benefits, and malpractice coverage.
Internal Medicine Physician Opportunity in Newton, IALocation:Newton, IANearest Major City: Des Moines, IA (approximately 30 miles west)Position Details:Employment Type: Full TimePosition Type: PermanentPractice Type: Traditional Internal Medicine (Inpatient/Outpatient)Call Schedule: Outpatient call only; system covers night inpatient coverageJob Description:Seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Internal Medicine Physician to join their expanding practice in Newton, Iowa. This opportunity arises due to a physician retirement, offering immediate patient volume as the sole Internal Medicine provider in the community.Practice Details:Daily Inpatient Census: Approximately 10 patientsAnticipated Daily Clinic Volume: 15-20 patientsInpatient Procedures: Thoracentesis, paracentesis, wound/abscess drainage, steroid injections, central line placementResponsibilities include skilled and hospice patient admissions (History & Physicals)Notably, 22% of the local population is aged 60 and older, indicating a significant need for internal medicine servicesCompensation & Benefits:Base Salary: $300,908 plus production and non-production incentivesRelocation Allowance: $15,000Benefits: Comprehensive Day One benefitsRetirement Plans: 403B with match & 457BMalpractice: Paid malpractice with tail coverageTime Off: 31 days of annual time offAbout the Area:Newton, located in central Iowa, is approximately 30 miles east of Des Moines. With a population of around 15,760, it serves as the county seat of Jasper County. The city offers a low cost of living and a high quality of life, with close proximity to Iowa's capital city. Newton is known for attractions such as the Iowa Speedway and Maytag Dairy Farms.
Internal Medicine, Physician, Inpatient Care, Outpatient Care, Thoracentesis, Central Line Placement, Patient Admissions, Hospice Care, Board-Certified, Newton Iowa