MD/DO Family Medicine Physician-Waukon

Gundersen Lutheran Admin Svcs

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Waukon, IA Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted October 22, 2025 Last posted February 19, 2026
Job description

Emplify Health by Gundersen Waukon is searching for a family medicine physician eager to practice in a rural setting while enjoying a balanced lifestyle. This position offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive care within a community-oriented clinic. Become part of a practice where your work is valued, your contributions have a lasting impact, and you can make a meaningful difference in the heart of Northeast Iowa.

Your Practice at a Glance

At Gundersen Waukon, we cultivate a collaborative environment where physicians work as part of a dynamic team. Together, we provide comprehensive care to the community, combining our expertise to ensure the best outcomes for our patients. This opportunity allows you to be an integral part of a supportive group, fulfilling shared responsibilities and making a meaningful difference. Our culture, modeled at all levels of the organization, represents a shared way of thinking and feeling, including behaviors and attitudes.

  • Flexible schedule, including the option of a four-day work week, allowing you to enjoy both your professional and personal life.
  • You will work alongside a dedicated team focused on preventive care and fostering lasting relationships with patients.
  • 24-hour specialist consultation.

Why Join Emplify Health by Gundersen

  • Comprehensive Support: Join a collaborative, patient centered health system with access to specialists, advanced practice providers, and resources designed to deliver high-quality care in a rural setting.
  • Flexible Work Options: Enjoy a work environment that supports both your personal and professional needs, ensuring fulfillment and well-being.
  • Mission Driven Culture: Be part of a system dedicated to improving the health in rural communities while providing exceptional care.
  • Compensation that Reflects Your Impact: At Gundersen, we recognize that great physicians, whether experienced or new, make a real difference. Our salary package is designed to reflect your skills, potential, and commitment to exceptional patient care, recognizing the value you bring to our team and the community.
  • Outstanding Benefits: Our benefits include loan forgiveness, relocation assistance, a competitive 401K match, personal liability insurance, and more, all designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

About Northeast Iowa

Northeast Iowa is often called Iowa's Bluff Country or the Little Switzerland of Iowa.  The bluffs, hills and valleys are full of Iowa's most extensive hardwood forests, native prairies, wetlands, cold water trout streams and spectacular views.  This region boasts small family farms and more public land to explore than in any other region of Iowa. Waukon is located 20 minutes from Decorah, IA and 1 hour from La Crosse, WI.

Must have completed an accredited graduate medical training program and be board certified or eligible within the area of medicine stated.   In addition, must have or be able to obtain a license to practice in our multi-state region with no restrictions or limitations. Medical staff in our system will supervise advanced practice clinicians. Medical staff may need to provide outreach service as part of their role in the system.  Teaching students, residents, fellows or clinical staff is cornerstone to our Medical Education philosophy and an expectation of all medical staff.  

Primary Recruiter:

Shari Kjos

Recruiter Email Address:

[email protected]

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About this role

Summary

Provide comprehensive family care in a rural community with flexible schedule and supportive team

Job title

MD/DO Family Medicine Physician-Waukon

Experience level

board certified or eligible

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Waukon, IA; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

graduate medical trainingboard certification or eligibilitylicense to practice

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

family medicine
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Waukon, IA 52172, USA

Work arrangement unknown City