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Ankeny, Iowa

Family Medicine Physician - Briarwood - $300k Recruitment Incentive

Family MedicineIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$290K

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: MercyOne is seeking a BC/BE Family Medicine physician to join our Briarwood Family Medicine team in Ankeny, Iowa. This well-established practiced is in an outstanding community, consistently ranked among the best places to live in the U.S. thanks to its excellent schools, safety, quality of life, and extensive parks and trails. Opportunity Highlights

  • Outpatient Practice
  • Join a team of 2 Physicians and 3 APP’s
  • 36 Patient Contact Hours
  • Call: 1-8 rotation
  • Clinic chronic care coordination team, behavioral health support services
  • On-site X-ray and lab services H1B candidates welcome Compensation and Benefits
  • 2-year income guarantee of $290,100 /yr + production incentives
  • $300,000 Bonus Package
  • Moving allowance up to $15,000
  • Paid Malpractice
  • 403 B match
  • 31 days annual time off
  • Day One benefits About the Community Ankeny, IA (pop. 74,500) is a rapidly growing suburban community located just north of Des Moines, known for its family-friendly environment and vibrant atmosphere. With a blend of residential neighborhoods, parks, and commercial areas, Ankeny offers a range of recreational opportunities, including trails, sports facilities, and events like the Ankeny SummerFest. The city prioritizes education with well-regarded schools and fosters a strong sense of community through cultural events and local amenities. Its welcoming atmosphere and convenient access to urban amenities make Ankeny an attractive place for families and professionals alike. To learn more visit ankeny.org and catchdesmoines About MercyOne MercyOne Des Moines proudly serves a 6-county region across Central Iowa and is affiliated with 12 Iowa community hospitals. We are one of Iowa’s largest multispecialty clinic systems. Our operations are directed by the MercyOne Medical Group, a physician-led organization with more than 1,400 physicians and advanced practice providers. Together, we deliver high-quality care to nearly 4.2 million patients annually. As part of MercyOne Iowa Health System and Trinity Health—one of the largest Catholic health systems in the nation—we are committed to advancing compassionate, coordinated care. JOIN OUR TEAM: Contact: Jake Jennett, Provider Recruiter P: 515-358-6935 C: 515-518-5694 Send CV to Jake.Jennett@mercyone.org Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.

Key Responsibilities

The physician will join an established Family Medicine team, working in an outpatient setting with 36 patient contact hours per week and participating in a 1-8 call rotation. Responsibilities include providing comprehensive care supported by on-site resources like X-ray and lab services, alongside chronic care coordination and behavioral health support.

Requirements

MercyOne is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible (BC/BE) Family Medicine physician for this full-time role. H1B candidates are welcome to apply for this position in Ankeny, Iowa.

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

X-ray Services

Family Medicine — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Iowa is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Iowa clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Family Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

What does the Family Medicine market look like in Iowa?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · above average in family medicineranked against 2,590 Family Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedFamily Medicine median $275k (middle half $258k–$311k)198 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingIowa index 87.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Family Medicine listings in Iowa60 active2,586 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 48% no call · 68% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedIowa Physician listings: 27% state a sign-on bonus (median $150k) · 37% offer loan repayment254 active listings, Nov 2026
Family Medicine hiring demand#10 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 38 days · 31% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 857 postings, 907 closed
New Family Medicine listings1,804 in the last 30 days1,341 the 30 days before (+35%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Family Medicine pay trend+5.8% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,590 Family Medicine listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Family Medicine Physician - Briarwood - $300k Recruitment Incentive at Trinity Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Family Medicine — ranked against 2,590 active Family Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top Family Medicine Jobs

38 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

38 jobs · 29 employers
8
<$275k
9
$275k-315k
12
$315k-355k
7
$355k-395k
2
$395k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

32 jobs · 29 employers
401k / retirement match
91% this job
CME allowance
59%
Sign-on bonus
53% this job
Relocation assistance
41% this job
Loan repayment
28% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 6.4
Better work-life than 60% of Family Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,590 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call
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About Trinity Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Albany, NY
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

$300K Sign-On Bonus
2-Year Income Guarantee ($290,100/yr)
Production Incentives
Moving Allowance up to $15,000
Paid Malpractice
403B Match
31 Days Annual Time Off
Day One Benefits

Living in Ankeny

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$314k≈ 1.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,464/mo≈ 6% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.7
State income tax
Up to 6%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.