Internal Medicine Opening in Newton, IA
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Internal Medicine
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Newton, Iowa, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
2/21/25
Internal Medicine Physician Opportunity in Newton, IA
Location:
Newton, IA
Nearest Major City: Des Moines, IA (approximately 30 miles west)
Position Details:
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Type: Permanent
Practice Type: Traditional Internal Medicine (Inpatient/Outpatient)
Call Schedule: Outpatient call only; system covers night inpatient coverage
Job 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 patients
Anticipated Daily Clinic Volume: 15-20 patients
Inpatient Procedures: Thoracentesis, paracentesis, wound/abscess drainage, steroid injections, central line placement
Responsibilities 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 services
Compensation & Benefits:
Base Salary: $300,908 plus production and non-production incentives
Relocation Allowance: $15,000
Benefits: Comprehensive Day One benefits
Retirement Plans: 403B with match & 457B
Malpractice: Paid malpractice with tail coverage
Time Off: 31 days of annual time off
About 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.