Physician

Curana Health; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited earning potential

Medical Directorship opportunities

Cutting-edge care model

Professional development including CME support

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Curana Health is looking for a mission-driven Physician in Ottumwa, Iowa, to deliver high-quality, person-centered care in skilled nursing facilities. You will build relationships with patients and staff while mentoring APPs to ensure excellent care delivery. The position offers unlimited earning potential, leadership opportunities, and innovative tools to support your work. Join a fast-growing national leader in value-based care and make a positive impact on senior healthcare.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted license to practice medicine in Iowa.
• Active DEA License required.
• Willingness to travel to multiple facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, evidence-based care by conducting routine patient rounds.
• Mentor Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) to ensure clinical excellence.
• Champion patient needs and represent Curana Health in communities.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Patient advocacy

Education

MD/DO degree from an accredited medical school

Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or Hospital Medicine

Tools

EMR Proficiency

Job description

Physician

At Curana Health, we’re on a mission to radically improve the health, happiness, and dignity of older adults—and we’re looking for passionate people to help us do it.

As a national leader in value-based care, we offer senior living communities and skilled nursing facilities a wide range of solutions (including on-site primary care services, Accountable Care Organizations, and Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans) proven to enhance health outcomes, streamline operations, and create new financial opportunities.

Founded in 2021, we’ve grown quickly—now serving 200,000+ seniors in 1,500+ communities across 32 states. Our team includes more than 1,000 clinicians alongside care coordinators, analysts, operators, and professionals from all backgrounds, all working together to deliver high-quality, proactive solutions for senior living operators and those they care for.

If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact on the senior healthcare landscape, you’re in the right place—and we look forward to working with you.

For more information about our company, visit CuranaHealth.com.

Summary

We’re seeking a mission-driven Physician to join Curana Health and make a meaningful impact in skilled nursing facilities and senior living communities. In this role, you’ll serve as a trusted provider for residents by delivering high-quality, person-centered care, building strong relationships with facility staff, and mentoring APPs to ensure consistent, coordinated care. You’ll play a vital role in improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable patients while enjoying unlimited earning potential, leadership opportunities, and access to innovative tools and data-driven insights. This position offers the autonomy of private practice with the resources, stability, and growth opportunities of a leading healthcare organization dedicated to transforming senior care.

Full-Time or Part-Time Schedules Available

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, evidence-based care by completing history and physicals on new patients and conducting routine rounding (minimum once per week).

• Partner with Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) to manage regulatory and complex patient visits, ensuring compliance and clinical excellence.

• Oversee APP performance, serving as a mentor and resource to elevate care delivery across your team.

• Close quality gaps when prompted, driving measurable improvements in patient outcomes.

• Serve as a trusted advocate for patients—championing what matters most to them.

• Represent Curana Health’s mission and values as a clinical leader and ambassador in the communities you serve.

What We Offer

• Unlimited earning potential with competitive compensation models.

• Medical Directorship opportunities with leadership and influence.

• Autonomy of practice backed by strong clinical and administrative support.

• Cutting-edge care model that empowers you to transform senior healthcare.

• Data-driven tools & AI solutions to better understand and manage patient needs.

• Streamlined communication with smart texting and modern tech platforms.

• Professional development including CME support, APP mentorship, and leadership training.

• Quality incentives with bonuses tied to patient outcomes and care excellence.

• Work-life balance supported by generous paid time off.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability
• Comprehensive malpractice coverage
• UpToDate subscription for clinical decision support

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or Hospital Medicine
• Current unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of employment
• Active DEA License
• Proficiency with EMR
• Compassionate, intelligent, motivated, and a team player

This role requires travel to and from one or more assigned facilities. Depending on the amount of travel required, Curana may in future determine that a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record are required. If so, you will be provided with thirty (30) days notice of this requirement. From that time forward, please be advised that Periodic motor vehicle (MVR) checks may be conducted as a condition of, and/or for, continued employment.

Curana Health is dedicated to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. We affirm, in policy and practice, our commitment to diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable or state law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances.

The EEO policy applies to all personnel matters as outlined in our company policy including recruitment, hiring, transfers, and general treatment during employment.

The company is unable to provide sponsorship for a visa at this time (H1B or otherwise).