Overview:
UnityPoint Clinic is actively recruiting for a Cardiologist to join our team in Fort Dodge, IowaChoose a career that matters at UnityPoint Health. At UnityPoint Health, we believe that our patient-centered vision and physician-driven philosophy, along with our one team approach, ensures every patient knows just how much they matter to this world. Commitment to our team has earned us recognition as a Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare by Beckers Healthcare. Come be an essential part of our core purposeto improve the health of the people and communities we serve. At UnityPoint Health, you matter.
UnityPoint Clinic is a physician-led, nonprofit health care organization offering comprehensive services in primary care, walk-in care and specialty care. The clinical teams at the areas clinics are improving outcomes, lowering the number of hospital readmissions and reducing avoidable costs associated with treating chronic conditions. The UnityPoint Clinic team is known for excellence and quality patient care putting patients at the center of their care to provide the best level of health and well-being.
UnityPoint Health Fort Dodge provides coordinated clinic, hospital and home-based care for patients in Fort Dodge and surrounding communities. As a designated regional referral center Trinity Regional Medical Center offers a wide range of primary and secondary care services. Trinity is accredited by DNV Healthcare Inc. and has achieved Pathway to Excellence designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
- Robust practice providing exceptional care to patients in both hospital and clinic settings
- Opportunity to practice in a supportive environment while enjoying a healthy work-life balance
- Full-time position, including dedicated administrative time, with flexible scheduling to ensure sufficient patient access
- In addtion to being a designated regional referral center, Trinity Regional Medical Center is the sole hospital in Fort Dodge
- Fully integrated system with clinics and hospitals on EPIC EMR to improve care coordination
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate and ensure seamless continuity of care for patients
- Conduct outpatient consultations and follow-up appointments in the clinic setting
- Participate in hospital rounds to monitor and manage the progress of hospitalized patients and adjust treatment plans as necessary
- Call shared amongst providers
- Provide education and counseling to patients and their families regarding cardiovascular health, treatment options, and lifestyle modifications
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, including patient histories, progress notes, and treatment plans
- Stay abreast of advancements in cardiology research, technology, and treatment modalities through continuing education and professional development activities
- Ability to work as a team member to improve the health of the people and communities we serve
- Evaluates, interprets and coordinates information to make decisions and recommendations regarding patient care
- Patient-focused, friendly and willing to collaborate in a team environment
Qualifications:
- MD or DO
- Board Eligible or Board Certified in Cardiology
- Ability to obtain and hold an unrestricted license to practice in the state of Iowa
- Hold current and unrestricted state and federal authority to prescribe and administer medications as necessary or appropriate to the physicians field of practice
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a patient-centered approach to care Strong clinical skills and ability to make timely and accurate diagnoses.
- Eligible to work in the United States (H1-B cap exempt)
- J-1 waiver sponsorship available
We Offer
- Initial 2-year salary guarantee with ability to exceed on an innovative compensation program
- Attractive incentive package
- A competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what stage of life you are in
- Generous time off and CME allowance, malpractice insurance, retirement contributions and more
- Dedicated provider resources to positively impact providers work-life balance
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, including a free third-party service for loan restructuring and consolidation
- A commitment to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation
- Support and development opportunities that are a crucial part of delivering a remarkable employment experience
- A culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing whats right for the people we serve
Community
Fort Dodge, known for its Midwest charm and family values, is a great place to live, work and raise a family. From the spectacular farmers market to the nationally known museums, the opportunities for fun before, during and after work are endless. Whether exploring museums and public art pieces or riding mountain bikes and off-highway vehicles, Fort Dodge will Dodge the Ordinary.
