Medical Oncology Opportunity

MercyOne Clinton has an excellent full-time employment opportunity for a Board Certified or Board Eligible Medical Oncologist to join a well-established practice located in Clinton, Iowa.

The practice is attached to the hospital and currently sees an average of 30 patients per day. New patient visits are allocated 30 minutes and follow-up patients 15 minutes. The selected candidate can expect to split their time 30/70 between Hematology and Medical Oncology. Physicians are supported by four RNs, MA, CNA, and a receptionist. Hospitalists are available to cover infusions, if needed. After hour calls are by phone only and are very minimal.

According to the FY22-24 CHNA, through a need differential analysis and steering committee input, Cancer was found to be one of the top 8 health needs in the MercyOne service area. MercyOne has begun working towards the COC (Commission on Cancer) Accreditation. Onsite Radiation Oncology is an outreach of the University of Iowa.

MercyOne Medical Group has a strong primary care network of providers to provide a steady stream of internal referrals.

MercyOne Clinton offers our providers an opportunity to practice in a professionally managed and thriving state-of-the-art facility with full ancillary services, while enjoying a family friendly community with excellent educational and recreational facilities, parks, ballet, orchestra, and theaters located on the banks of the Mississippi.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy and thriving practice within MercyOne Clinton. 

RECRUITMENT PACKAGE

MercyOne Medical Group offers an excellent financial and comprehensive benefit package for our hospital employed physicians including:

• Competitive Salary
• $50,000 sign-on bonus!
• 240 hours of Annual Time Off (ATO) for 1.0 FTE (30 paid days off)
• Loan Forgiveness/Repayment Available
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability Benefits
• Professional Malpractice Coverage
• CME Reimbursement of $5,000
• 403(B) Plus Hospitals Matches and Deferred Account

MercyOne Clinton is located on the bluffs of the Mississippi River and is a Catholic, not-for-profit, full-service community health system serving counties in Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. With approximately 50,000 patient admissions every year, MercyOne Clinton provides a broad range of services to meet the health care needs of residents in the bi-state area. With two main campuses, Mercy operates 249 licensed beds.

In addition to a wide range of traditional hospital services, MercyOne Clinton provides services for inpatient and outpatient needs in acute and chronic care. Expanded services, including renal dialysis and medical and radiation oncology, are actively utilized. MercyOne Clinton prides itself on having state-of-the art technology available to the medical staff, including MRI, CT, Acusion Sequoia Ultrasound, DSA, 6meV Linear Accelerator, and PET scan services. A level IV trauma center and level II nursery, as well as 5 OR’s, 2 Cath labs and tertiary care available at the University of Iowa less than 90 miles away. MercyOne Clinton provides a continuum of care with specialized services in would care, radiation, oncology, dialysis, imaging, sleep disorders, therapy services, and skilled care. MercyOne Clinton has a staff of more than 800 employees, making it one of the community’s largest employers.

MercyOne Medical Group – Clinton was established in 2019 when a former multi-specialty group integrated with the Specialty Clinic already forming at the Medical Center.  The Medical Group is continuously seeking exceptional providers to fill the community’s needs in a variety of specialties.  MercyOne Medical Group - Clinton has more than 60 primary care and specialty physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and numerous health care professionals throughout eastern Iowa and northwestern Illinois who share the common goal of providing quality health care services.  Clinic offices are located in Clinton, Iowa, as well as in surrounding communities.

MercyOne Clinton/MercyOne Medical Group is part of MercyOne network in Iowa.

MercyOne Network provides personalized health care to communities throughout Iowa and the surrounding states. System wide, MercyOne proudly offers 40+ hospitals and 230+ clinics and more highly rated specialty services than any network in Iowa. MercyOne employs 20,000+ health-focused team members who are committed to the communities we serve.

MercyOne Clinton/MercyOne Medical Group is a member of Trinity Health, one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the United States. Trinity Health is based in Livonia, Michigan.

For more information about MercyOne Clinton or MercyOne Medical Group, visit https://www.mercyone.org/clinton/about-us/.

Clinton, Iowa has a service area of nearly 70,000 with a population of approximately 25,000 directly in Clinton. Offering a family-friendly atmosphere with excellent school systems and a variety of attractions, recreational and cultural entertainment, the city is located 120 miles directly west of the Chicago metro area and 35 miles north of the Quad Cities (Pop 400K) and is nestled on the banks of the Mississippi River. Attractions include local prospect collegiate baseball team, boating, premium fishing with an array of fishing tournaments throughout the year, water skiing, and snow skiing within 40 miles.

The Gateway area, including Clinton and the surrounding communities, is strategically located for easy access to metropolitan areas, but also provides the benefits of rural living and offers affordable housing and cost of living, along with safe communities, an abundance of cultural and recreations opportunities including a biking trail spanning across Clinton and Camanche with access to trails in Illinois.  Housing exists for all price ranges.  Across the Clinton region, many distinctive neighborhoods give residents a variety of living experiences: from quiet cul-de-sacs to areas filled with children and young families.

The Clinton Community School District is one of the largest school districts in the state of Iowa with more than 3,900 students enrolled in grades kindergarten through 12, with numerous extra-curricular opportunities and athletics provided for all students.

The town’s beautiful landscapes, rich history, and cultural opportunities continue to attract new residents and businesses alike.  Clinton offers astonishing views of the Mississippi River and has something for everyone to enjoy all with small-town charm. The Clinton area offers year-round attractions, outstanding annual events, live theater, unique restaurants and historic districts. Clinton also boasts many shopping areas filled with items from antiques to the latest in fashion.

For more information on Clinton, Iowa visit www.clintonia.com.

Trinity Health is one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. We serve people and communities in 22 states from coast to coast with more than 90 hospitals and 100 continuing care facilities – including home care, hospice, PACE and senior living facilities and programs that provide nearly two and a half million visits annually. Trinity Health employs more than 133,000 colleagues, including 7,800 employed physicians and clinicians.

Our mission: We, Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. We support this mission by living our core values of Reverence, Commitment to Those Who are Poor, Justice, Stewardship, and Integrity. Committed to recruiting talented physicians, we are looking for physicians who share our values and want to help us fulfill the health care needs of the communities we serve.

At Trinity Health, we value the physician relationship and focus on partnering with our physicians. Whether you are a practicing physician looking to relocate or a medical resident, we offer opportunities with the flexibility to fit your individual needs. If you would like to be part of Trinity Health, we encourage you to explore this opportunity at www.trinity-health.org.

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to submit your CV, please email Trinity Health Recruitment at docopps@trinity-health.org.