Permanent Cardiac Anesthesiologist $575K Package + $50K Bonus Mason City, IA
Location: Mason City, Iowa
Schedule: Full-Time Weekday cardiac call + shared general weekend/holiday call
Setting: Hospital-based + ASC Level II Trauma Center
Join a growing cardiac surgery program in North Central Iowa as a Cardiac Anesthesiologist within a progressive health system. Work alongside a team of 7 Anesthesiologists and 12 CRNAs , providing services across a wide range of cases with primary cardiac responsibilities and general OR support.
Scope of PracticeProvide anesthesia for cardiac, thoracic, vascular, neuro, ortho, OB, pediatric, and general cases
Serve as primary anesthesiologist for cardiac surgeries; support general OR when no cardiac cases
Read, interpret, and bill for TEEs probe placement only is not sufficient
Documentation: Cerner (transitioning to EPIC) + limited paper charting
Case volume: 1 cardiac case/day (not daily), 5 7 general cases/day
8 ORs in simultaneous use
No pain clinic responsibilities
Cardiac call: Monday Thursday
General call: 6 weekends/year + 1 holiday/year (shared)
Board Certified/Eligible in Anesthesiology
Cardiac Fellowship or TEE Certification (must interpret, not just place probe)
Iowa medical license or IMLC eligibility (must obtain prior to start)
IA CSR & DEA registration Required
BLS, ACLS, PALS certification Required
COVID-19 vaccination Required
H1B candidates accepted. J1 not accepted.
No reimbursement for credentialing or licensing fees.
Total Comp Package: $575,000 (includes salary + benefits)
Sign-On Bonus: $50,000 (3-year commitment required)
Loan Repayment: Up to $100,000
Relocation Allowance: Up to $10,000
Malpractice Insurance: Provided with tail coverage
Health Insurance: Premium-paid
Vacation: 8 weeks total (includes CME)
CME Allowance: $10,000 + $2,500 medical allowance
Profit Sharing Plan
Disability: Short- and long-term options
A regional hub just 2 hours from Minneapolis/St. Paul , Mason City offers:
Affordable housing + short commutes
Top-rated schools and safe neighborhoods
Cultural gems like the Frank Lloyd Wright Historic Park Inn
Access to lakes, hiking, biking, arts, dining, and more
A warm, family-friendly Midwestern lifestyle
Apply today to join a thriving, collegial anesthesia team with a high-impact role in a supportive and innovative health system.