Posted July 30, 2026
Family Practice - Without OB Physician
Avera Health
Estherville, Iowa 51334, United States
Full-Time
Reference: 3146022784
Join Our Team at Avera Estherville Avera Estherville, located in northwest Iowa, is seeking an experienced, board eligible or board certified family medicine physician to join our team. This opportunity offers physicians an excellent career and great quality of life. This position also qualifies for Avera Holy Family s newly offered Rural Recruitment Incentive for physicians not currently practicing in rural Iowa.
What You ll Do
Avera Health is distinguished by our faith-based health ministry. Our health professionals provide compassionate, quality care through medical expertise utilizing state-of-the-art technology.
With more than 300 locations in 100 communities across South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa and Nebraska, the Avera system includes hospitals, primary and specialty care clinics, long-term care facilities, retirement communities, home care and hospice, home medical equipment outlets, sports facilities and research centers.
Avera employs more than 22,000 employees and provides over 3 million total patient visits annually.
Avera facilities are known for medical excellence, technological innovation and a commitment to meeting the spiritual, emotional and physical needs of all patients.
This is your opportunity to join a dynamic, forward-thinking team that values quality care, community impact and professional growth.
Discover Estherville, IA Where Opportunity Meets Quality of Life
Estherville, Iowa is located within the Iowa Lakes Corridor. With a population of 5,800, it offers the perfect blend of small-town charm, alongside a wide range of outdoor activities, restaurants and shopping.
Why Estherville?
Iowa ranks among the best places for physicians to live and work. Estherville offers:
What You ll Do
- Work within an established family medicine practice with an experienced group of 4 physicians and 4 APP s.
- Share a 1 in 5 call rotation.
- Care for patients in a traditional outpatient setting, alongside inpatient rounding at Avera Holy Family, a critical access hospital with an average inpatient census of 7.
- Optional shifts available at Avera Holy Family s newly updated emergency department opportunity for additional income!
- Round and provide care at area nursing homes.
- Full-Time, 4 days per week with occasional call (average rotation of 1 in 5 call)
- MD or DO, licensed (or eligible) in Iowa
- Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine
- DEA certification (state and federal)
- Strong provider involvement in decision-making
- Low physician turnover and strong long-term provider retention
- Mission-driven organization rooted in compassion, hospitality, and stewardship
- Career development, leadership opportunities, and physician mentorship
- Collaborative, supportive culture focused on physician well-being
- Competitive compensation with production incentives
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Time off available on day one for eligible providers
- Retirement plan with employer match
Avera Health is distinguished by our faith-based health ministry. Our health professionals provide compassionate, quality care through medical expertise utilizing state-of-the-art technology.
With more than 300 locations in 100 communities across South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa and Nebraska, the Avera system includes hospitals, primary and specialty care clinics, long-term care facilities, retirement communities, home care and hospice, home medical equipment outlets, sports facilities and research centers.
Avera employs more than 22,000 employees and provides over 3 million total patient visits annually.
Avera facilities are known for medical excellence, technological innovation and a commitment to meeting the spiritual, emotional and physical needs of all patients.
This is your opportunity to join a dynamic, forward-thinking team that values quality care, community impact and professional growth.
Discover Estherville, IA Where Opportunity Meets Quality of Life
Estherville, Iowa is located within the Iowa Lakes Corridor. With a population of 5,800, it offers the perfect blend of small-town charm, alongside a wide range of outdoor activities, restaurants and shopping.
Why Estherville?
Iowa ranks among the best places for physicians to live and work. Estherville offers:
- An excellent public education system with a host of academic, artistic and athletic opportunities. Iowa Lakes Community College, with its main campus and administrative offices in Estherville, has an enrollment of over 2,100 students.
- Affordable cost of living as compared to most metropolitan communities, with significant renewable energy and economic development efforts occurring in the area.
- Proximity to the Iowa Great Lakes, providing access to an abundance of outdoor activities including kayaking, canoeing, boating, fishing, hiking, golfing, camping and more.
