Physician Orthopedics - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Orthopedic Surgery opportunity in southeastern Iowa offering an $875K guaranteed base plus $100K sign-on bonus and 7 weeks off annually. Join a dominant, no-competition market with strong case volume, excellent support, and a collaborative, all fellowship-trained team. Enjoy true work-life balance, high earning potential, and a low cost of living in a welcoming riverfront community.\n
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\n$875,000 guaranteed base salary with additional bonus opportunities.  $100,000 commencement/sign-on bonus.  7 weeks of PTO with flexible scheduling.  Highly competitive, partner-equivalent compensation model from day one.  Hospital-employed position within a financially stable, independent health system.  No local competition in a service area of ~120,000 patients.  Strong case volume with diverse orthopedic pathology.  Join a team of all fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons.  Dedicated Physician Assistant support.  Collaborative partners with excellent case-sharing culture.  380-bed hospital with full specialty support.  24/7 in-house Internal Medicine physicians and ABEM-trained ER staff.  Stable, experienced nursing staff ensuring efficient workflows.  Turnkey practice with established patient base and immediate demand.  Access to fully equipped on-site gym at no cost.  Family-oriented, collegial medical staff with strong camaraderie.  Open, supportive administration that values physician input.  Located in a safe, vibrant riverfront community with excellent schools.  22% lower overall cost of living and 65% lower housing costs compared to national averages.  Access to outdoor recreation including parks, golf courses, and waterfront activities.  Option to live in upscale gated communities or on acreage for privacy and space.  Convenient access to Chicago and St. Louis, plus proximity to Iowa City.  Regional airport with daily flights and Amtrak access for easy travel.  Ideal for surgeons seeking autonomy, stability, and long-term career growth.