This job is closed
Applications are no longer available for this announcement. Explore current related opportunities below.
Job description
Service Line: Emergency Medicine (EM)
Position Title: Emergency Medicine Physician
Location: UnityPoint - St. Luke's Hospital Sioux City, Iowa
Job Type: Full-Time Part-Time PRN
Recruiter: Megan Doher
Position Overview
Serve patients in moments that matter and be a part of the future of health care. UnityPoint - St. Luke's Hospital, in partnership with SCP Health, is seeking a dedicated Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) to join its high-acuity Emergency Department in Sioux City, Iowa.
This opportunity offers exposure to a Level III Trauma Center, strong specialty collaboration, advanced resources, and a collegial team environment within a large regional referral hospital.
Clinical & Program Details
Patient Volume: 30,000 ED visits annually (50-65 patients daily on average)
Specialties: Emergency Medicine
Trauma Designation: Level II Trauma Center
Coverage Model:24-hour physician coverage, 12-hour physician shifts
30 hours/day NP/PA coverage
Number of Beds: 484 licensed beds
Acuity: Moderate to high
EMR: Cerner
Procedures: Full-scope emergency medicine procedures
ICU: Comprehensive ICU services available
Admissions/Transfers: Supported by robust inpatient and specialty services
Fellowship/Residency: Emergency Medicine residency preferred
Moonlighting: Available
Qualifications
Education: MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Licensure: Iowa medical license (or ability to obtain)
Board Certification: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
Experience: Prior Emergency Department experience preferred
Skills & Procedures: Broad emergency medicine skill set appropriate for a Level II trauma center
Badges: BLS, ACLS, PALS (or ability to obtain)
Facility & Clinical Details
About UnityPoint - St. Luke's Hospital
UnityPoint - St. Luke's Hospital is a not-for-profit, full-service hospital serving as a regional referral center for Northwest Iowa, Southeast South Dakota, and Northeast Nebraska. The hospital provides comprehensive, high-quality care across a wide range of services, including emergency and trauma care, cardiac services, orthopedic care, stroke care, cancer care, and advanced surgical services. As the only Level III Trauma Center in the region, UnityPoint - St. Luke's plays a critical role in delivering lifesaving care to the communities it serves.
Innovation & Growth
UnityPoint - St. Luke's Hospital is dedicated to continuous improvement and innovation in healthcare delivery. The organization invests in advanced clinical technologies, evidence-based practices, and interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient outcomes, improve operational efficiency, and support clinician success. Through a culture of innovation, UnityPoint - St. Luke's continues to expand access to high-quality care while meeting the evolving needs of the communities it serves.
Teamwork & Culture
The Emergency Department operates within a highly collaborative, team-based environment supported by strong nursing leadership, engaged hospital administration, and an integrated partnership with SCP Health. Physicians benefit from collegial collaboration with the Hospital Medicine program, also managed by SCP Health, allowing for seamless communication, operational efficiency, and a supportive clinical culture.
Services
UnityPoint - St. Luke's Hospital offers a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, including:
Emergency and Level II Trauma Care
Cardiac and cardiovascular services
Orthopedic services and joint replacement
Stroke and neurological care
Cancer care and oncology services
Vascular surgery
Advanced surgical services
Diagnostic imaging and laboratory services
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) services
Community Information
Sioux City, Iowa, known as the "All-American City," is the fourth-largest city in the state and serves as the regional hub for business, healthcare, education, and industry across Northwest Iowa, Southeast South Dakota, and Northeast Nebraska. The city offers a low cost of living, excellent schools, and a wide variety of cultural, recreational, and entertainment options. Sioux City is home to major community events, professional and semi-professional sports, and a vibrant arts scene. Conveniently located, Sioux City is 89 miles from Omaha, NE and 118 miles from Lincoln, NE, providing easy access to larger metropolitan areas while maintaining a high quality of life.
Close to major community events, professional and semi-professional sports, and a vibrant arts scene. Conveniently located, Sioux City is 89 miles from Omaha, NE and 118 miles from Lincoln, NE , providing easy access to larger metropolitan areas while maintaining a high quality of life.
Benefits & Compensation
Competitive compensation package with earning potential up to $561,600
Job Status: Full-Time
Benefits Eligibility: Comprehensive benefits package available
Professional liability insurance with tail coverage
Equitable scheduling patterns
Dedicated on-site and regional leadership support
Robust professional growth and leadership development opportunities
Why SCP Health
For over 50 years, SCP Health has been serving patients in moments that matter. As a physician-founded and physician-led organization specializing in emergency, hospital, and critical care medicine, SCP Health believes clinicians should focus on what matters most-delivering exceptional patient care.
SCP Health supports its physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants with national resources, regional leadership, and evidence-based practices. This partnership allows clinicians to maintain autonomy, achieve work-life balance, and practice at the top of their license while delivering exceptional care to the communities they serve.
Together, we heal.
Worksite address
sioux city, IA, 51101, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.