Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Otolaryngology (ENT) - College Community in Iowa

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Otolaryngology (ENT) - College Community in Iowa

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Otolaryngology (ENT)

Waterloo/Cedar Falls, Iowa

Employment Type

Full-Time

Opportunity Details

MercyOne Medical Group - Northeast Iowa is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our established Otolaryngology (ENT) practice in Waterloo, Iowa.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a physician-led, patient-centered practice serving a regional population of approximately 280,000 throughout Northeast Iowa. The APP will work collaboratively with an experienced Otolaryngologist, audiology services, nursing staff, and a multidisciplinary care team to provide comprehensive ENT care. The practice enjoys established referral patterns, an existing patient base, and clinic space conveniently located on the hospital campus.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, histories, and physical examinations.

Evaluate and manage common ENT conditions involving the ear, nose, throat, head, and neck.

Order and interpret laboratory, imaging, and diagnostic studies.

Develop treatment plans in collaboration with the supervising physician.

Provide pre-operative and post-operative care.

Perform office-based procedures as credentialed.

Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and preventive care.

Document encounters within the electronic medical record.

Collaborate with audiologists, primary care providers, specialists, and ancillary staff to ensure coordinated patient care.

Participate in quality and patient experience initiatives.

MercyOne Offers

Competitive compensation package

Commencement bonus

CME allowance

Paid CME time

Generous paid time off

Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance

Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Physician-led medical group focused on provider wellness and work-life balance

Collegial and collaborative practice environment

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.

Board Certified or Board Eligible.

Ability to obtain and maintain an unrestricted Iowa license.

Current DEA certification or eligibility.

ENT experience preferred; motivated new graduates with relevant clinical experience will be considered.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate patient care.

About MercyOne Northeast Iowa

MercyOne Northeast Iowa includes MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, and more than 20 primary care locations serving eight counties throughout Northeast Iowa. The MercyOne Medical Group includes more than 180 employed physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants.

About Waterloo/Cedar Falls

The Cedar Valley offers an exceptional quality of life with excellent schools, affordable housing, vibrant arts and cultural opportunities, extensive recreational amenities, and easy access to larger Midwest metropolitan areas. Home to the University of Northern Iowa, the community combines the advantages of a thriving college town with the comfort and friendliness of a family-oriented Midwestern community.

ABOUT THE FACILITY

MercyOne Northeast Iowa consists of MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, a 366-bed, full-service, multi-specialty hospital in Waterloo, MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, a 100-bed, full-service hospital in Cedar Falls and MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, a 25-bed critical access hospital in Oelwein, MercyOne Medical Group, a comprehensive, multi-specialty provider group, and MercyOne Northeast Iowa Waterloo Family Medicine Residency Program, an ACGME accredited program in Waterloo.

MercyOne Medical Group – Northeast Iowa has more than 180 primary care and specialty physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and numerous health care professionals throughout northeast Iowa who share the common goal of providing quality health care services. Clinic offices are located within the metro area of Waterloo and Cedar Falls, as well as in 16 surrounding communities.

MercyOne provides personalized health care to communities throughout Iowa and the surrounding states. System-wide, MercyOne proudly offers 40+ hospitals and 230+ clinics and employs 20,000+ health-focused team members who are committed to the communities we serve.

About Trinity Health

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 133,000 colleagues and more than 38,900 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 25 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity Health system includes 92 hospitals, 101 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country as well as many other health and well-being services. In fiscal year 2025, the Livonia, Michigan-based health system invested $2.9 billion in its communities in the form of charity care, community benefit and other programs and services.

Our mission: We, Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. We support this mission by living our core values of Reverence, Commitment to Those Experiencing Poverty, Safety, Justice, Stewardship, and Integrity. Committed to recruiting talented physicians, we are looking for physicians who share our values and want to help us fulfill the health care needs of the communities we serve.

At Trinity Health, we value the physician relationship and focus on partnering with our physicians. Whether you are a practicing physician looking to relocate or a medical resident, we offer opportunities with the flexibility to fit your individual needs. If you would like to be part of Trinity Health, we encourage you to explore more at www.trinity-health.org.

COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION

The Waterloo/Cedar Falls area provides a family-friendly atmosphere with a variety of attractions, recreational and cultural entertainment. Cedar Falls has been named one of the Hundred Best Small Art Towns in America. Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center brings in several hundred presentations of Broadway theater, comedy acts and quality musical programs. Baseball at Riverfront Stadium, water slides at nationally ranked Lost Island Waterpark, or biking on the 100+ miles of hard surfaced bike trails provide lots of fun and recreational opportunities. Our communities offer safe neighborhoods and excellent schools as well.

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Opportunity criteria

Profession: Nurse Practitioner

Specialty: Otolaryngology

Loan Repayment: Not Specified

Salary Range: Not Specified

Employment Type: Full Time

Bonuses Offered: Starting

Not-for-profit: 501(c)(3)

Recruiting contact: Lori Landsgard lori.landsgard@mercyhealth.com