FM Faculty Physician $260K Plus $150K in Bonuses

Trinity Health; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health invites applications for a Family Medicine faculty member to educate residents in inpatient and outpatient settings. The role blends clinical supervision, patient care, and academic leadership with didactic teaching, quality improvement, and resident advising.

The position offers a balanced weekly schedule with protected administrative time and minimal call responsibilities, with optional OB participation.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching and mentoring Family Medicine residents.
• Ability to supervise inpatient and outpatient clinical education.
• Commitment to evidence-based and high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient supervision and education of residents on the Family Medicine service (OB optional).
• Supervise continuity and resident clinic in outpatient settings.
• Lead 1–2 program-wide quality improvement initiatives annually.
• Deliver 10–12 lectures annually as part of the residency curriculum.
• Act as a faculty advisor to approximately five residents; support professional development.
• Participate in program administration and regular faculty meetings.

Skills

Teaching & mentorship

Clinical supervision

Academic leadership

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Description:We are seeking a dedicated Family Medicine faculty member to join our academic team, contributing to the education and development of residents in both inpatient and outpatient settings. This role combines clinical supervision, direct patient care, and academic leadership, including didactic teaching, quality improvement initiatives, and resident advising. The ideal candidate will be passionate about mentoring future physicians and committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.
Key responsibilities include inpatient and outpatient supervision, curriculum development, program administration, and leading quality improvement projects. The position offers a balanced weekly schedule with protected administrative time and minimal call responsibilities. Obstetrics participation is optional, based on candidate interest.

Position Highlights

Academic Leadership

• Engage in active teaching and mentorship of Family Medicine residents across both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Inpatient Responsibilities

• Supervise and educate residents on the Family Medicine inpatient service, encompassing adult medicine and newborn care (OB optional).
• Ensure high-quality, evidence-based care through oversight of resident performance during inpatient rotations.

Outpatient Responsibilities

• Provide supervision in continuity and procedure clinics.
• Deliver direct patient care in the outpatient clinic setting.

Quality Improvement

• Lead 1–2 program-wide quality improvement initiatives annually to enhance clinical outcomes and resident education.

Didactic Teaching

• Present 10–12 lectures annually on core Family Medicine topics as part of the residency curriculum.

Resident Advising

• Serve as a faculty advisor to approximately five residents, supporting their professional development and academic progress.

Administrative Duties

• Participate in program administration, curriculum development, and regular faculty meetings to support continuous program improvement.

Schedule Overview

Typical Weekly Structure

• 4 half-days: Inpatient teaching/service
• 2–3 half-days: Resident clinic supervision
• 1 half-day: Procedure clinic
• 1 half-day: Protected administrative time
• 1 half-day: Conferences

Call Responsibilities

• Office call only, shared in a 1:4 rotation with nurse triage support
• No hospital call required

Obstetrics

• Optional, based on candidate interest

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.