Internal Medicine Physician

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.