Senior Level Family Physician Jobs
Senior level family physician jobs place experienced clinicians in charge of complex patient panels, clinical protocol decisions, and mentoring the care teams that depend on their leadership. Openings are primarily on-site, concentrated in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Staffing & Recruiting, with employers like Jobot, Sutter Health, and MercyOne hiring at this level now.
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EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full time
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Assistant Program Director, Family Medicine Residency
Location: MercyOne Northeast Iowa – Waterloo, IA
MercyOne Northeast Iowa is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Family Medicine physician to join as Assistant Program Director for its well-established Family Medicine Residency Program. This leadership role involves teaching, mentoring, and supervising residents in both inpatient and outpatient settings, with a focus on delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide academic leadership by teaching and mentoring residents in inpatient adult medicine and newborn care (OB optional) and outpatient continuity and procedure clinics.
- Oversee resident performance during clinical rotations.
- Lead 1–2 program-wide quality improvement projects annually.
- Deliver 10–12 didactic lectures per year on core Family Medicine topics.
- Serve as faculty advisor to approximately 5 residents.
- Participate in program administration, curriculum development, and faculty meetings.
Work Schedule:
- 4 half-days inpatient teaching/service
- 2–3 half-days resident clinic supervision
- 1 half-day procedure clinic
- 1 half-day protected administrative time
- 1 half-day conferences
- Office call rotation (1:4) with nurse triage support; no hospital call required
- OB practice optional based on candidate interest
Compensation & Benefits:
- Starting salary: $260,000+ (commensurate with experience)
- Bonuses: $40,000 starting bonus, $40,000 longevity bonuses over first 3 years, $15,000 relocation allowance
- $5,000 annual CME allowance
- Employer-paid malpractice including tail coverage
- Health, dental, vision insurance with shared premiums
- Employer-paid short-term disability; optional long-term disability
- Retirement plans (403B & 457B)
- Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Community Highlights:
Waterloo/Cedar Falls area offers excellent schools, affordable living, vibrant university culture, rich arts and outdoor recreational opportunities, and convenient access to major Midwest cities.
Candidate Requirements:
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine
- Prefer inpatient clinical experience
- Strong commitment to resident education and academic excellence
EOE and drug screening required
To Apply or Learn More:
Contact Lori Landsgard at lori.landsgard@mercyhealth.com or 319-272-7325.
Position Highlights
Academic Leadership: Actively teach and mentor residents in both inpatient and outpatient clinical settings.
Inpatient Component:
- Supervise and educate residents on the Family Medicine inpatient service, including adult medicine and newborn care (OB optional).
- Oversee resident performance and education during inpatient rotations, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care.
Outpatient Component:
- Supervise residents in continuity clinic and procedure clinic.
- Provide direct patient care in the clinic setting.
Quality Improvement:
- Lead 1–2 program-wide quality improvement projects annually.
Didactics:
- Deliver 10–12 lectures per year on core Family Medicine topics.
Resident Advising:
- Serve as faculty advisor for approximately 5 residents.
Administrative Duties:
- Participate in program administration, curriculum development, and faculty meetings.
Schedule Typical Weekly Structure:
- 4 half-days: Inpatient teaching/service
- 2–3 half-days: Resident clinic supervision
- 1 half-day: Procedure clinic
- 1 half-day: Protected administrative time
- 1 half-day: Conferences
Call:
- Office call only, 1:4 rotation with nurse triage support
- No hospital call required
- OB: Optional, based on candidate interest
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting Salary: $260,000 or commensurate with experience
- Bonuses: $40,000 starting bonus, $40,000 longevity bonus after years 1, 2, and 3, $15,000 relocation allowance
- CME: $5,000 annual allowance
- Malpractice: Employer-paid, including tail coverage
- Insurance: Health: Shared premium, 3 plan options; Dental & Vision: 2 plans each, employer-shared premium
- Employer-paid short-term disability; optional long-term disability
- Retirement: 403B & 457B options
- Loan Forgiveness: Non-profit organization, qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Community
- Waterloo/Cedar Falls metro area population ~120,000
- High quality of life: excellent schools, affordable living, and a vibrant university community (University of Northern Iowa)
- Rich cultural scene: Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, Division I athletics, and numerous community events
- Outstanding education: schools with top ACT/SAT scores
- Abundant outdoor recreation: cycling, hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking, skiing, and more
- Centrally located: Easy drive to Des Moines, Minneapolis, Madison, Milwaukee, and Chicago
Candidate Requirements
- Board Certified/Board Eligible in Family Medicine
- Inpatient experience preferred
- Commitment to resident education and academic excellence
EOE/drug screen required
To Apply or Learn More:
Contact Lori Landsgard at lori.landsgard@mercyhealth.com or 319-272-7325.
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:
Summary
Assistant Program Director, Family Medicine Residency
Location: MercyOne Northeast Iowa – Waterloo, IA
MercyOne Northeast Iowa is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Family Medicine physician to join as Assistant Program Director for its well-established Family Medicine Residency Program. This leadership role involves teaching, mentoring, and supervising residents in both inpatient and outpatient settings, with a focus on delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide academic leadership by teaching and mentoring residents in inpatient adult medicine and newborn care (OB optional) and outpatient continuity and procedure clinics.
- Oversee resident performance during clinical rotations.
- Lead 1–2 program-wide quality improvement projects annually.
- Deliver 10–12 didactic lectures per year on core Family Medicine topics.
- Serve as faculty advisor to approximately 5 residents.
- Participate in program administration, curriculum development, and faculty meetings.
Work Schedule:
- 4 half-days inpatient teaching/service
- 2–3 half-days resident clinic supervision
- 1 half-day procedure clinic
- 1 half-day protected administrative time
- 1 half-day conferences
- Office call rotation (1:4) with nurse triage support; no hospital call required
- OB practice optional based on candidate interest
Compensation & Benefits:
- Starting salary: $260,000+ (commensurate with experience)
- Bonuses: $40,000 starting bonus, $40,000 longevity bonuses over first 3 years, $15,000 relocation allowance
- $5,000 annual CME allowance
- Employer-paid malpractice including tail coverage
- Health, dental, vision insurance with shared premiums
- Employer-paid short-term disability; optional long-term disability
- Retirement plans (403B & 457B)
- Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Community Highlights:
Waterloo/Cedar Falls area offers excellent schools, affordable living, vibrant university culture, rich arts and outdoor recreational opportunities, and convenient access to major Midwest cities.
Candidate Requirements:
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine
- Prefer inpatient clinical experience
- Strong commitment to resident education and academic excellence
EOE and drug screening required
To Apply or Learn More:
Contact Lori Landsgard at lori.landsgard@mercyhealth.com or 319-272-7325.
Position Highlights
Academic Leadership: Actively teach and mentor residents in both inpatient and outpatient clinical settings.
Inpatient Component:
- Supervise and educate residents on the Family Medicine inpatient service, including adult medicine and newborn care (OB optional).
- Oversee resident performance and education during inpatient rotations, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care.
Outpatient Component:
- Supervise residents in continuity clinic and procedure clinic.
- Provide direct patient care in the clinic setting.
Quality Improvement:
- Lead 1–2 program-wide quality improvement projects annually.
Didactics:
- Deliver 10–12 lectures per year on core Family Medicine topics.
Resident Advising:
- Serve as faculty advisor for approximately 5 residents.
Administrative Duties:
- Participate in program administration, curriculum development, and faculty meetings.
Schedule Typical Weekly Structure:
- 4 half-days: Inpatient teaching/service
- 2–3 half-days: Resident clinic supervision
- 1 half-day: Procedure clinic
- 1 half-day: Protected administrative time
- 1 half-day: Conferences
Call:
- Office call only, 1:4 rotation with nurse triage support
- No hospital call required
- OB: Optional, based on candidate interest
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting Salary: $260,000 or commensurate with experience
- Bonuses: $40,000 starting bonus, $40,000 longevity bonus after years 1, 2, and 3, $15,000 relocation allowance
- CME: $5,000 annual allowance
- Malpractice: Employer-paid, including tail coverage
- Insurance: Health: Shared premium, 3 plan options; Dental & Vision: 2 plans each, employer-shared premium
- Employer-paid short-term disability; optional long-term disability
- Retirement: 403B & 457B options
- Loan Forgiveness: Non-profit organization, qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Community
- Waterloo/Cedar Falls metro area population ~120,000
- High quality of life: excellent schools, affordable living, and a vibrant university community (University of Northern Iowa)
- Rich cultural scene: Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, Division I athletics, and numerous community events
- Outstanding education: schools with top ACT/SAT scores
- Abundant outdoor recreation: cycling, hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking, skiing, and more
- Centrally located: Easy drive to Des Moines, Minneapolis, Madison, Milwaukee, and Chicago
Candidate Requirements
- Board Certified/Board Eligible in Family Medicine
- Inpatient experience preferred
- Commitment to resident education and academic excellence
EOE/drug screen required
To Apply or Learn More:
Contact Lori Landsgard at lori.landsgard@mercyhealth.com or 319-272-7325.
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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Senior Level Family Physician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level family physician job?
Employers hiring at this level look for physicians with deep clinical autonomy, a history of managing complex or high-volume patient populations, and demonstrated leadership such as supervising residents, leading quality improvement initiatives, or serving on clinical committees. Candidates who can show measurable outcomes, board certification in family medicine, and experience influencing care standards across a practice or system consistently stand out.
Which companies hire senior level family physicians?
Companies hiring senior level family physicians right now include Jobot, Sutter Health, and MercyOne, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from large health systems, multispecialty group practices, federally qualified health centers, and integrated managed care organizations that need experienced physicians to anchor their primary care delivery.
Are there remote senior level family physician jobs?
Yes, though most senior family physician roles remain on-site given the hands-on nature of clinical care. About 0% of senior level family physician openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with those positions typically focused on telemedicine practice, utilization management, or clinical leadership and quality oversight roles that do not require direct patient contact.
What makes a family physician role senior level?
Senior level family physician roles are defined by clinical ownership and organizational influence rather than supervised practice. Physicians at this stage manage complex, often underserved or high-acuity panels independently, set or refine clinical protocols, lead quality and safety initiatives, and provide formal mentorship to junior physicians, residents, or advanced practice providers. Scope and decision-making authority clearly exceed what is expected at the mid level.
Which industries hire the most senior level family physicians?
Senior level family physician roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring because they operate at the scale and complexity that requires experienced clinicians who can practice autonomously, lead clinical teams, and sustain quality outcomes across large or diverse patient populations.