Hospice - APP - Fort Dodge, IA

UnityPoint Health; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous time off

CME allowance

Retirement contributions

Malpractice insurance

Job summary

A healthcare provider seeks a Hospice Advanced Practitioner in Fort Dodge, Iowa. This full-time role offers an opportunity to impact hospice care positively. Responsibilities include patient evaluations and shared calls among providers in various settings. The candidate must be a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with appropriate licenses and be board certified. The position includes a competitive salary with generous benefits such as time off, CME allowances, and resources for provider work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Must hold an unrestricted medical license in Iowa.
• Board Certified/Eligible in their field of practice.
• Experience with palliative care and medicine management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide shared call amongst providers and triage patient needs.
• Evaluate and coordinate patient care effectively.
• Collaborate with team members to improve community health.

Skills

Palliative care

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Board Eligible/Board Certified

Unrestricted medical license in Iowa

Job description

Hospice Advanced Practitioner – Fort Dodge, IA

Join UnityPoint Health as a Hospice Advanced Practice Provider in Fort Dodge, IA.

General

• Established practice serving the Fort Dodge community
• Office hours M-F 8-5 but providing 24/7 hospice care when needed
• Cohesive group of colleagues and supportive staff allowing for autonomy while building the practice according to your preferences
• Experienced staff, both clinical and non-clinical, who know the patients and the community
• Full‑time position, including dedicated administrative time, with flexible scheduling to ensure sufficient patient access
• Opportunity to work directly with the patient and positively impact the hospice needs of the Fort Dodge community
• Fully integrated system with clinics and hospitals on EPIC EMR to improve care coordination

Responsibilities

• Shared call amongst the providers, triaged through IntelliTriage
• Practice is a mix of inpatient and outpatient, hospital, SNFs, home visits, assisted living facilities, etc.
• Ability to work as a team member to improve the health of the people and communities we serve
• Experience with palliative care, medicine management preferred but not required
• Evaluates, interprets and coordinates information to make decisions and recommendations regarding patient care
• Patient‑focused, friendly and willing to collaborate in a team environment
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), analytical and problem‑solving skills

Qualifications

• Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Board Eligible/Board Certified
• Hold an unrestricted medical license in the state of Iowa
• Hold current and unrestricted state and federal authority to prescribe and administer medications as necessary or appropriate to the Advanced Practitioners field of practice
• Eligible to work in the United States

We Offer

• Salaried Position
• A competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what stage of life you are in.
• Generous time off and CME allowance, malpractice insurance, retirement contributions and more
• Dedicated provider resources to positively impact provider work‑life balance
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, including a free third‑party service for loan restructuring and consolidation.
• A commitment to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion or sexual orientation.
• Support and development opportunities that are a crucial part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
• A culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what’s right for the people we serve.

Community Details: Fort Dodge, known for its Midwest charm and family values, is a great place to live, work and raise a family.

Please contact Caden Clouse, Physician and Provider Recruiter, at 712-279-3331 or [e-mail].