Family Medicine Physician Jobs in Iowa
Family Medicine Physician jobs in Iowa reflect steady, consistent demand across rural health systems, federally qualified health centers, and multi-specialty clinics serving the state's dispersed population. Des Moines, Iowa City, and Cedar Rapids anchor the highest concentrations of openings, with established employers like UnityPoint Health, University of Iowa Health Care, and MercyOne driving the bulk of hiring. Preventive care, chronic disease management, and rural primary care are the most consistently sought areas. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The Iowa Primary Care Association is actively recruiting Family Medicine NP or PAs provide care at a vibrant community health center (FQHC) in Fort Dodge, Iowa! This role performs primary care to the community providing a mix of well visits, acute care, & chronic disease management throughout the age spectrum.
What is a community health center (FQHC)?
The largest source of comprehensive primary care for underserved communities and populations.
With an integrated care model that includes medical, dental, behavioral health, optometry, lab, and pharmacy services, patients can access comprehensive, coordinated services often under one roof.
Role Details:
- Clinic Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00am-8:00pm
- Schedule: flexible within clinic hours with at least one evening per week
- Sees on average 16-20 patients per day
- Provider team includes: each provider has dedicated support staff member + shared pod coordinator. RNs also staffed for case management
- EHR: Epic
Benefits:
- Student Loan Repayment: Eligible working site for federal student loan repayment programs
- Competitive Salary: base salary $110,000-170,000 depending upon experience with quarterly production incentives available. Relocation reimbursement or sign on bonus options also available.
- Licensing and Professional Subscriptions: Reimbursement provided.
- Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, long-term disability, and flexible spending available.
- Continuing Education: $3,000 & 1 work week for CME
- Paid Time Off: 4 weeks of PTO + 8 paid holidays (+1 floating holiday)
- Retirement Plans: 401k with up to 5% employer contribution
- Malpractice Insurance: FTCA Malpractice Insurance coverage.
Join us in making a difference in the community while enjoying a rewarding career with excellent benefits and a supportive work environment!
Requirements:Nurse Practitioner:
- Graduation from an accredited/approved NP program
- Licensed by the Iowa Board of Nursing as a NP
Physician Assistant:
- Graduation from an accredited AMA-approved PA program and/or certified by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants.
- Licensed by the Iowa Board of Professional Licensure; licensed to practice in Iowa.
The Iowa Primary Care Association is actively recruiting Family Medicine NP or PAs provide care at a vibrant community health center (FQHC) in Fort Dodge, Iowa! This role performs primary care to the community providing a mix of well visits, acute care, & chronic disease management throughout the age spectrum.
What is a community health center (FQHC)?
The largest source of comprehensive primary care for underserved communities and populations.
With an integrated care model that includes medical, dental, behavioral health, optometry, lab, and pharmacy services, patients can access comprehensive, coordinated services often under one roof.
Role Details:
- Clinic Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00am-8:00pm
- Schedule: flexible within clinic hours with at least one evening per week
- Sees on average 16-20 patients per day
- Provider team includes: each provider has dedicated support staff member + shared pod coordinator. RNs also staffed for case management
- EHR: Epic
Benefits:
- Student Loan Repayment: Eligible working site for federal student loan repayment programs
- Competitive Salary: base salary $110,000-170,000 depending upon experience with quarterly production incentives available. Relocation reimbursement or sign on bonus options also available.
- Licensing and Professional Subscriptions: Reimbursement provided.
- Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, long-term disability, and flexible spending available.
- Continuing Education: $3,000 & 1 work week for CME
- Paid Time Off: 4 weeks of PTO + 8 paid holidays (+1 floating holiday)
- Retirement Plans: 401k with up to 5% employer contribution
- Malpractice Insurance: FTCA Malpractice Insurance coverage.
Join us in making a difference in the community while enjoying a rewarding career with excellent benefits and a supportive work environment!
Requirements:Nurse Practitioner:
- Graduation from an accredited/approved NP program
- Licensed by the Iowa Board of Nursing as a NP
Physician Assistant:
- Graduation from an accredited AMA-approved PA program and/or certified by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants.
- Licensed by the Iowa Board of Professional Licensure; licensed to practice in Iowa.
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What Iowa Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in family medicine physician jobs across Iowa.
- Active Iowa medical license issued by the Iowa Board of Medicine
- Completion of an accredited family medicine residency program
- Board certification or active pursuit of certification through ABFM
- Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an accredited institution
- Current DEA registration and ability to prescribe controlled substances in Iowa
- Experience with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner
Family Medicine Physician Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a family medicine physician in Iowa?
To practice as a family medicine physician in Iowa, you must hold an active license from the Iowa Board of Medicine, which requires completing medical school, finishing an accredited family medicine residency, passing the USMLE or COMLEX series, and submitting a licensure application. Most Iowa employers also expect board certification through the American Board of Family Medicine. The Iowa Board of Medicine oversees initial licensure, renewals, and any continuing medical education requirements.
How much do family medicine physicians make in Iowa?
Family medicine physicians in Iowa earn a median of about $265,200 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $116,900 for the lowest 10% to over $460,230 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire family medicine physicians in Iowa?
Employers hiring family medicine physicians in Iowa right now include Avera Health, UnityPoint Health, and MercyOne, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Iowa's hiring is led by large integrated health systems and federally designated rural health clinics that rely heavily on family medicine physicians to serve both urban and underserved communities.
Which Iowa cities have the most family medicine physician jobs?
Ankeny, Sioux City, and Cedar Rapids have the most family medicine physician openings in Iowa. Des Moines supports the largest volume through its concentration of major health systems and outpatient networks, while Iowa City's demand is driven by University of Iowa Health Care, and Cedar Rapids draws hiring from regional systems like MercyOne and UnityPoint Health serving the Eastern Iowa corridor.
Are there remote family medicine physician jobs in Iowa?
Yes, but they're rare. Family medicine is a hands-on clinical specialty requiring in-person patient evaluation, so the vast majority of roles are on-site. About 0% of family medicine physician openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions typically involve telehealth consultations, care coordination, or population health management rather than direct primary care visits.
How can I get hired as a family medicine physician in Iowa with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing your family medicine residency and applying directly to new-graduate or early-career positions at Iowa health systems. UnityPoint Health, University of Iowa Health Care, and MercyOne all recruit graduating residents and offer structured onboarding for physicians in their first years of independent practice. Rural health clinics and federally qualified health centers across Iowa actively recruit new graduates, often with loan repayment incentives. Obtaining Iowa Board of Medicine licensure and ABFM board eligibility before applications close will give you a clear edge.
Where can I find and apply to family medicine physician jobs in Iowa?
You can find and apply to family medicine physician jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, preferred location, and practice setting, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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