Family Medicine - Clinton, IA - $270,000 Recruitment Incentive_Outpatient ONLY
Quick facts
- Pay
- $290,191 + production with a recruitment incentive of up to $270,000
- Type
- Full-time
- Background
- MD / physician
- Skills
- Medicine
- Industry
- Health and Care — 3087 open jobs
- Visa in listing
- H-1B
- Apply
- Free to apply — never pay anyone for a job offer or visa sponsorship
Job description
Employment Type: Full time
Shift: Day Shift
Description:
MercyOne Clinton Medical Center is seeking a BC/BE Family Medicine Physician to join our team at Clinton North Health Plaza Family Medicine in Clinton, Iowa. This is a full-time Outpatient position with an excellent work-life balance.
Opportunity Highlights
- Full-time employed physician position at our North Health Plaza Clinton, Iowa.
- Competitive compensation with a 2-year Salary Guarantee of $290,191 + production
- Recruitment incentive up to $270,000
- Great work-life balance - Outpatient practice only, shared outpatient call: 1:4
- Educational loan assistance is available, Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Relocation allowance up to $15,000
- 240 hours of paid annual time off
- CME Allowance of $6,000
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life, long term and short term Disability – Benefits start on day one of employment
- Retirement benefits: 403(b) with match and optional 457(b)
- Employer sponsored professional liability insurance including tail insurance coverage
- Our physician-led medical group promotes leadership, wellness and work-life balance; providing resources to achieve your goals.
Qualifications
- MD or DO - U.S. U.K. and Canadian trained physicians are welcome to apply
- BE/BC in FM or OFM (U.S., U.K. and Canadian Board)
- Ability to obtain and hold an unrestricted license to practice in Iowa
- Hold current and unrestricted state and federal authority to prescribe and administer medications as necessary or appropriate to the physician’s field of practice
- Eligible to work in the United States (J-1 and H1-B candidates welcome to apply)
Where you’ll work
The MercyOne Clinton North Health Plaza is a multispecialty facility offering the right care in the right place at the right time. Along with primary care, services include cardiology, nephrology, OB/GYN, ortho and pediatrics. Lab and radiology services are also available. The primary care team consists of 4 physicians, 5 APPs and experienced clinical/non-clinical staff. Expect a busy practice with instant volume.
About the Community
Clinton, Iowa (pop. 24,250) offers stunning views of the Mississippi River, a rich history, and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. Clinton boasts excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a wide array of recreational activities. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy boating, premium fishing, water skiing, and even snow skiing just 40 miles away. Sports fans cheer on the local prospect collegiate baseball team, while nature lovers explore the biking trails that connect Clinton and Camanche, with easy access to Illinois trails. The Gateway area, which includes Clinton and neighboring communities, is strategically located near major metropolitan hubs—just 2.5 hours to Chicago and 45 minutes to Quad Cities (pop. 470,000). Residents enjoy the benefits of rural living, including affordable housing, a low cost of living, and a strong sense of community. Clinton also shines with its annual events, live theater, unique dining experiences, and historic districts. Shoppers will find everything from charming antique shops to the latest fashion trends. For more information visit www.clintonia.com
About MercyOne
MercyOne Clinton Medical Center is a 249-bed facility serving counties in Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. We are proud to be a Level IV Trauma Care Facility. Our operations are directed by the MercyOne Medical Group, a physician-led organization with more than 1,400 physicians and advanced practice providers. Together, we deliver high-quality care to nearly 4.2 million patients annually. As part of MercyOne Iowa Health System and Trinity Health—one of the largest Catholic health systems in the nation—we are committed to advancing compassionate, coordinated care.
Please let me know if you would like to be a part of the future of excellent patient care at MercyOne.
Cara Banks
Provider Recruiter
Cara.Banks@mercyone.org
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Visa sponsorship record: Trinity Health
Sponsors actively| Fiscal year | H-1B LCAs | USCIS approvals | USCIS denials | PERM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 | 21 | 3 | 0 | — |
| FY2025 | 9 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| FY2024 | 10 | 10 | 0 | — |
✔ Trinity Health filed 8 H-1B applications for this kind of role (Physicians, All Other) in the period above.
Also filed: H-1B1 Chile × 5 — a good sign for Australian (E-3), Chilean and Singaporean (H-1B1) candidates.
Roles they sponsor most
- medical technologist8 LCAs · median $69k
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Which visas can work for this job
Occupation: Physicians, All Other (SOC 29-1229) — estimated from the job title.
- Mentioned in the listing
H-1B
- H-1B cap-exempt employer
Regular cap-subject employer — a new H-1B needs to win the lottery in March (unless you already hold cap-counted H-1B status).
- TN (citizens of Canada and Mexico)
This kind of role may fit the USMCA profession “Physician (teaching or research only)” — it depends on the actual duties. No lottery, no cap; you need the matching degree or license.
- E-3 (Australia) and H-1B1 (Chile, Singapore)
This employer has filed before (H-1B1 Chile: 5). Same degree requirement as H-1B, but no lottery and a separate quota that is rarely filled.
- O-1 (extraordinary ability)
For candidates with awards, publications, press, a high salary or critical roles at distinguished organizations. No cap, no lottery; the employer files a petition.
- Green card (EB-2 / EB-3 via PERM)
Filed 1 PERM labor certification: they have a track record of sponsoring permanent residence.
Salary vs prevailing wage
Level III (experienced)Physicians, All Other · Iowa (state median of areas). Annual prevailing wages set by the Department of Labor (OFLC).
| Level | Prevailing wage | H-1B lottery odds* |
|---|---|---|
| Level I | $93,881 | ~15% |
| Level II | $178,006 | ~31% |
| Level III | $247,936 | ~46% |
| Level IV | $317,876 | ~61% |
This job pays $290,191 a year — that's Level III (experienced). In the wage-weighted H-1B lottery a Level III registration gets 3 entries; estimated selection chance about 46% — better than average.
* Odds are DHS projections for the FY2027 wage-weighted lottery (actual results vary by year and employer). Since the FY2027 cap season the H-1B lottery is weighted by wage level: Level I = 1 entry, II = 2, III = 3, IV = 4. The level is set by the offered wage against the prevailing wage for the occupation and worksite. Separately, a $100,000 fee for new H-1B petitions for workers outside the US was announced in 2025; as of September 2026 a federal court ruling keeps it unenforceable while appeals continue — check the current status.
Sources: U.S. Department of Labor OFLC disclosure data (H-1B/H-1B1/E-3 LCA, PERM), OFLC prevailing wage data, USCIS H-1B Employer Data Hub, E-Verify participating employers. Data loaded: LCA FY2024–FY2026, PERM, USCIS Data Hub, OFLC wages; updated 2026-10-03. Employers are matched by name, so records of companies with similar names can occasionally be mixed up. This is general information, not legal advice — talk to an immigration attorney about your case.