General Surgery Opening in IA

**General Surgery Opening in IA**
Located in Waterloo/Cedar Falls, Iowa

**About the Position**
A General Surgeon is sought to join a hospital-employed practice within a not-for-profit health system. This is a bread-and-butter general surgery opportunity with strong support, modern technology, and excellent earning potential.

-Bread and butter general surgery practice
-Block OR time available
-Shared call schedule
-Strong referral base across the region
-Work across two medical centers (Waterloo and Cedar Falls)
-State-of-the-art diagnostics and robotic capabilities
-Level III Regional Trauma Center

**Practice Setting**
-Hospital-employed position within a not-for-profit (501c3) system
-H-1B cap exempt and J-1 eligible
-Collaborative surgical environment with strong support staff
-Modern facilities with advanced surgical technology

**Compensation and Benefits**
-$476K guaranteed salary (2 years) + production incentives
-$70K sign-on bonus
-$30K retention bonus (end of year 3)
-$15K relocation assistance
-Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
-Up to 31 days PTO annually during guarantee period
-$6K annual CME allowance
-Employer-paid malpractice with tail coverage
-Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, life insurance
-Retirement plans: 403(b) with match + 457(b) savings plan
-Employer-paid short-term disability

**Practice Highlights**
-High earning potential with strong base + bonuses
-Access to robotics and modern surgical infrastructure
-Stable, mission-driven health system
-Balanced lifestyle with shared call and structured OR time

**Community Highlights**
The Waterloo/Cedar Falls area offers a strong balance of affordability, culture, and outdoor recreation.

-Population of approximately 120,000
-Home to the University of Northern Iowa (Division I athletics)
-Highly rated schools with strong academic performance
-Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center with year-round events
-Outdoor activities including biking, hiking, fishing, and boating
-Affordable cost of living with family-friendly communities
-Convenient access to Des Moines, Minneapolis, Madison, Milwaukee, and Chicago

**Qualifications**
-MD or DO
-Board Eligible/Board Certified in General Surgery
-Eligible for Iowa medical license and DEA
-H-1B and J-1 visa support available