Seeking General Surgeon in Southeastern Iowa | Near Des Moines & Iowa City

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is seeking a BC/BE General Surgeon to join an established hospital-employed practice in Ottumwa, Iowa.  The incoming physician will perform a variety of bread-and-butter general surgery, include endoscopies.  Robotic support is available on-site.  This position is a great opportunity to join a surgical team of distinguished physicians and dedicated specialized nurses. 

About the Position: 

• Single specialty group 
• DaVinci robotics
• Full-service Lab, CAP accredited-Mayo Clinic affiliated
• 5 modern operating suites. 21 bay 1-day surgery units. 3- GI procedure room. Fully-equipped post-anesthesia care unit with hi-def monitors
• Comprehensive BHS through Wound Care
• 10 days of call/month
• 1,500 annual surgeries/procedures 
• Dedicated surgical team with specialized skills provide expert care
• J-1 waiver support via State Conrad 30, ARC, DRA, HHS based on location and specialty
• O-1

Recruitment Package may include:

• Base salary + wRVU production incentive
• CME allowance
• Sign-on bonus
• Medical debt assistance
• Relocation allowance
• Health benefits + Retirement plan
• Marketing + practice growth assistance

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Ottumwa Regional Health Center is a 217 bed regional referral center and has been providing services to the residents of southeast Iowa and Northern Missouri for over 125 years. ORHC is a regional health center providing a wide range of health services with a commitment to technology and leads the way in quality and safety. The community of compassionate and skilled caregivers are devoted to meeting the physical, spiritual and emotional needs of those it is privileged to serve.

Ottumwa is known as the "City of Bridges", located on both sides of the Des Moines River in southeastern Iowa. Ottumwa is is a vibrant, growing community of 25,000 with a revitalized downtown district, and a variety of historical attractions, cultural resources, and recreational opportunities. Ottumwa offers a low cost of living and outstanding public and private education choices, with the metro cities of Des Moines and Iowa City only 90 miles away.