Surgery - General Physician

Location:

Ottumwa, IA

Ottumwa offers a charming Midwest community experience with a relaxed pace of life and affordable living. Located in southeastern Iowa, the city provides easy access to outdoor recreation opportunities along the Des Moines River while being within driving distance to larger metropolitan areas.

Facility:

This regional health center provides comprehensive medical services to patients in southeastern Iowa. The facility offers modern surgical facilities with dedicated support staff and a collaborative team environment focused on delivering high-quality patient care.

Opportunity: General Surgery

Job Details:

• Coverage needed for September 30th, 2025 and ongoing

• Approximately 2 clinic days per week (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30am-4pm)

• Potential for additional clinic days based on patient volume needs

• 10 days of 24-hour call coverage

• Required general surgery skills include adult procedures (no pediatric, neonate, or trauma)

• Must be proficient in laparoscopic procedures including appendectomy, cholecystectomy, hernioplasty, and Nissen fundoplication

• Required to perform GI endoscopy (upper and lower including colonoscopy)

• Preferred skills include head/neck surgery (including thyroid), chest wall/pleural procedures, chest tube insertion, central line insertion, PA catheter placement, and vascular surgery

• Active Iowa license required

Compensation:

Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.

Permanent