October 13, 2026Ref: FP 27625

Family Medicine | 4-Day Week | Midwest

  • Des Moines, Iowa
  • Physician
  • Family Practice
  • Hospital Employed
  • 295000 - 300000

Family Medicine Physician

2025 Top Place to Work in the State!

 

Position Highlights: 

  • Work-Life Balance:  100% outpatient Family Medicine with a predictable four-day schedule
  • Manageable Patient Volume: Average just 14–18 patients per day, allowing time for relationship-based care and complex chronic disease management
  • Light Call: 1:6 phone-only rotation with no in-house or inpatient call
  • Strong Clinical Support: Established physicians and APPs, typically two dedicated nurses per physician, onsite diagnostics, and regular specialty outreach
  • Practice with Autonomy: Maintain broad Family Medicine skills through office procedures, with optional ED shifts available for physicians who want additional variety and income 

Compensation & Benefits:

  • $300K+ Earning Potential: Competitive base salary plus additional wRVU production incentives
  • Significant Recruitment Incentives: Up to $120,000 in sign-on and retention incentives available for qualifying physicians
  • Student Loan Support: Up to $150,000 in loan reimbursement over five years, plus PSLF eligibility
  • Relocation Assistance: Up to $20,000 in relocation support
  • Generous Time Away: 30 days annually inclusive of PTO, holidays, and sick leave
  • CME Support: 5 days and $5,000 annual allowance

Qualifications: 

  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine preferred
  • Internal Medicine and Med-Peds physicians will also be considered
  • New graduates and experienced physicians welcome
  • J-1 waiver and H-1B candidates may be considered
  • Comfortable managing complex chronic conditions including diabetes, CHF, COPD, polypharmacy, and multiple comorbidities
  • Interest in geriatrics, diabetes management, or behavioral health is a plus

About the Community 

  • Affordable Midwest Living: Enjoy a dramatically lower cost of living
  • Strong Schools: Highly regarded local schools with small class sizes, expanded career and technical education, and strong community investment
  • Outdoor Access: Lakes, hunting, mountain biking, water recreation, and plenty of space to enjoy life outside of work
  • Connected, Not Isolated: Driving distance to 3 larger metro amenities with convenient access to major regional airports
  • Community Investment: Join an independent hospital with deep local support and a patient population that values long-term relationships with its physicians 

 

Job Reference #: FP 27625

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