Hospitalist Job at Great River Health in Fort Madison, IA

Exceptional Hospitalist Opportunity in a Supportive, High-Earning, and Family-Friendly Community

There’s no such thing as a perfect job—but there are jobs that people truly love. And at Great River Health, our Hospitalist team loves working here. Why?

✅ A true family atmosphere among Hospitalist—teamwork and camaraderie matter here.
✅ World-class care—our team is dedicated to excellence.
✅ Big enough to have diverse pathology, small enough for no local competition.
✅  A supportive, open-door administration that values your voice.
✅ A welcoming, family-friendly community with top-tier schools.
✅ Financial security you can count on— we paid ALL medical staff 100% during the COVID pandemic.

Why This is the Opportunity You’ve Been Waiting For:

💰 $354,000+ annual pay PLUS a $50,000 commencement bonus
🌴 Work 168 shifts, not the normal 182 shifts... that's equal to two weeks of vacation + full benefits, malpractice coverage, and up to $15K relocation assistance
📅 Fair rotation of shift coverage—because work-life balance matters
🏥 A 380-bed, independent, and financially stable health system
👨‍⚕️ Team-based compensation model—you’re on equal footing with partners from day one
🚨 24/7 board-certified EM physicians staffing the ER for seamless care coordination

• NO ICU coverage and procedures are optional
• ED is right down the hall for easy access to admissions
• Big enough to have most specialists for consult support, but small enough that there is only one group of each!
• One physician and one NP cover an average of 25-30 patients... manageable volume!

A Community You’ll Love to Call Home

🏡 Live the way you want! Choose from prestigious gated communities, golf course living, or spacious acreage to build your dream home.
🎓 Top-ranked public and private schools—a fantastic place to raise a family.
🌊 Scenic riverfront town with 11 parks, a water park, and waterfront recreation.
⛳ Two of Iowa’s top 10 golf courses and a country club with tennis, pool, and fitness center.
🛍️ Big-city convenience in a suburban setting: Target, Starbucks, Panera, Chick Fil A, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Kohl’s, and 25+ local independent restaurants.
✈️ Easy access to major cities: 1-hour to Iowa City, direct daily flights to St. Louis & Chicago, and Amtrak to Chicago.
💰 22% lower cost of living than the national average—your dollar goes further here!

This is not just another job—it’s a chance to build the career and lifestyle you’ve always wanted. If you’re looking for stability, autonomy, and a team that truly values its Hospitalists, this is the place for you.

Let’s start the conversation today!

GRHS Credo
I show Respect
I am Committed to those we serve
I am Responsible for safety and high performance
I listen and Communicate effectively
I have a sense of Ownership

Empowering People, Transforming Lives and Fulfilling Dreams.... Great River Health