Family Physician Jobs in Iowa
Family Physician jobs in Iowa are in steady and active demand, concentrated in primary care clinics, federally qualified health centers, and rural critical access hospitals that serve the state's largely agricultural and small-town population. Des Moines, Iowa City, and Cedar Rapids anchor most of the hiring, with major systems like UnityPoint Health, University of Iowa Health Care, and MercyOne maintaining consistent openings. The most sought-after areas are rural generalist practice, pediatric primary care, and integrated behavioral health. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Employment Type: Full time
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MercyOne Forest City Family Medicine
- Busy practice with instant volume - replacing a recently retired provider
- Join the team of 5 ARNP’s and 1 Physician
- Traditional outpatient family medicine
- Call is 1:6 weeks; phone only - minimal call!
- Lab, X-Ray, EKG, behavioral services and family counseling on site
- Tenured RN’s and experienced office staff
- $150,000 bonus package!
- Highly competitive compensation package - 2-year income guarantee of $301,290 / year + full benefits package, including paid malpractice and tail coverage, generous PTO, and $6,000/year for CME!
- Up to $15,000 in moving allowance
- Specialist outreach - including Ortho and Podiatry
- Telemedicine and teleradiology available
MercyOne Medical Group - North Iowa
- Regional health system covering 14 counties, includes MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center, 7 critical access hospitals, and 42 clinics in northern Iowa
- 30 miles from MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center - Mason City, a 342-bed regional referral teaching hospital - named Top 100 Hospital nationally
- Network service area - approximately 260,000
Candidates
- BC/BE Must be board certified within 3 years of becoming eligible
- EOE/drug screen required
- H1B candidates accepted
Forest City, Iowa - “Where nature is close, and friends are closer”
- Population 4,200
- 30 min west of Mason City; 2 hours from Minneapolis and Des Moines
- Excellent schools
- Home to Winnebago Industries, Waldorf University, and Country Thunder Music Festival, held annually in June
- Community amenities: Pilot Knob State Park, fine arts center, aquatic center, nine beautiful parks, YMCA fitness center, library, 18-hole golf course, 21-hole disc golf course, canoe down the Winnebago River, 15 miles of bike trails, and an abundance of outdoor recreation
- Home | Forest City, Iowa (forestcityia.com)
Practice where your skills are appreciated, where physicians are highly respected members of the community, where you and yours will flourish as you become rooted in a lifestyle second to none.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of a medical/osteopathic medical school is required.
- Demonstrated competency as a physician by completion of an appropriate residency program; board certified or board eligible.
- Must be able to obtain Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa medical staff privileges.
- Above average communication skills.
- Ability to work with a team.
- Licensed or eligible for State of Iowa physician license; Iowa Controlled Substance Certificate and Federal DEA Certificate.
NOTE: All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of references, background check, pre-employment physical and drug screen.
EOE F/M/vet/disabled
For more information, please contact:
Morgan Staley, MercyOne Senior Provider Recruiter
morgan.staley@mercyhealth.com
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Employment Type: Full time
Shift:
Description:
MercyOne Forest City Family Medicine
- Busy practice with instant volume - replacing a recently retired provider
- Join the team of 5 ARNP’s and 1 Physician
- Traditional outpatient family medicine
- Call is 1:6 weeks; phone only - minimal call!
- Lab, X-Ray, EKG, behavioral services and family counseling on site
- Tenured RN’s and experienced office staff
- $150,000 bonus package!
- Highly competitive compensation package - 2-year income guarantee of $301,290 / year + full benefits package, including paid malpractice and tail coverage, generous PTO, and $6,000/year for CME!
- Up to $15,000 in moving allowance
- Specialist outreach - including Ortho and Podiatry
- Telemedicine and teleradiology available
MercyOne Medical Group - North Iowa
- Regional health system covering 14 counties, includes MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center, 7 critical access hospitals, and 42 clinics in northern Iowa
- 30 miles from MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center - Mason City, a 342-bed regional referral teaching hospital - named Top 100 Hospital nationally
- Network service area - approximately 260,000
Candidates
- BC/BE Must be board certified within 3 years of becoming eligible
- EOE/drug screen required
- H1B candidates accepted
Forest City, Iowa - “Where nature is close, and friends are closer”
- Population 4,200
- 30 min west of Mason City; 2 hours from Minneapolis and Des Moines
- Excellent schools
- Home to Winnebago Industries, Waldorf University, and Country Thunder Music Festival, held annually in June
- Community amenities: Pilot Knob State Park, fine arts center, aquatic center, nine beautiful parks, YMCA fitness center, library, 18-hole golf course, 21-hole disc golf course, canoe down the Winnebago River, 15 miles of bike trails, and an abundance of outdoor recreation
- Home | Forest City, Iowa (forestcityia.com)
Practice where your skills are appreciated, where physicians are highly respected members of the community, where you and yours will flourish as you become rooted in a lifestyle second to none.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of a medical/osteopathic medical school is required.
- Demonstrated competency as a physician by completion of an appropriate residency program; board certified or board eligible.
- Must be able to obtain Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa medical staff privileges.
- Above average communication skills.
- Ability to work with a team.
- Licensed or eligible for State of Iowa physician license; Iowa Controlled Substance Certificate and Federal DEA Certificate.
NOTE: All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of references, background check, pre-employment physical and drug screen.
EOE F/M/vet/disabled
For more information, please contact:
Morgan Staley, MercyOne Senior Provider Recruiter
morgan.staley@mercyhealth.com
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Family Physician Job Market in Iowa
A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- MercyOne20
- Avera Health4
- Trinity Health4
- UnityPoint Health3
- Vohra Wound Physicians2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Insurance
What Iowa Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in family 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 board eligibility through the American Board of Family Medicine
- Current DEA registration and Iowa controlled substance certificate
- Experience delivering full-spectrum outpatient care including chronic disease management
- Strong electronic health record proficiency, particularly with Epic or Cerner systems
Family Physician Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a family physician in Iowa?
You must earn a medical degree from an accredited institution, complete a three-year family medicine residency, and obtain a license from the Iowa Board of Medicine, which requires passing USMLE or COMLEX steps. Iowa also requires a separate controlled substance registration through the Board of Pharmacy before you can prescribe. Board certification through the American Board of Family Medicine, while not legally required, is expected by most Iowa employers.
How much do family physicians make in Iowa?
Family 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 physicians in Iowa?
Iowa family physician roles are posted by MercyOne, Avera Health, and Trinity Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Iowa's hiring is dominated by large integrated health systems and federally qualified health centers, many of which operate rural and community sites throughout the state.
Which Iowa cities have the most family physician jobs?
Waterloo, Ankeny, and DeWitt have the most family physician openings in Iowa. Des Moines leads because of its concentration of large health system campuses and clinic networks, while Iowa City is driven by University of Iowa Health Care, and Cedar Rapids draws significant volume from MercyOne and UnityPoint Health facilities serving the Corridor region.
Are there remote family physician jobs in Iowa?
Yes, but they're rare. About 4% of family physician openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that most family medicine requires in-person patient examination. The portions most likely to be remote are telephonic follow-up visits, care coordination roles, and telemedicine panel positions that supplement an in-clinic caseload rather than replace it entirely.
How can I get hired as a family physician in Iowa with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to residency-to-employment pipelines at UnityPoint Health and University of Iowa Health Care, both of which recruit new graduates into supervised outpatient roles. Federally qualified health centers across rural Iowa, including clinics in the Community Health Center network, regularly hire new-grad physicians with National Health Service Corps loan repayment as an incentive. Completing your Iowa Board of Medicine license before graduation and securing ABFM board eligibility gives your application a measurable edge over candidates still pending credentials.
Where can I find and apply to family physician jobs in Iowa?
You can find and apply to family physician jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings across health systems, community clinics, and rural critical access hospitals. Search the listings, find roles that fit your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly to each employer.
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