Physician Assistant class of 2023 commencement ceremony on Friday, Dec. 1, 2023.

Through the outstanding Didactic (Pre-Clinical) and Clinical Phases of the curriculum, our graduates are well prepared to be successful entry level PAs.  University of Iowa PA graduates who are seeking employment experience a 100% employment rate within six months of graduation.   

Below are resources our students and alumni can use to see what career opportunities exist.  All opportunities are facilitated through the respective department and NOT the PA Program.

If you are interested in advertising career opportunities on this page, please contact paprogram@uiowa.edu.

Careers Opportunities - PA Positions

Career Opportunities - Hospitalist Positions

Job Opportunities Outside of the University of Iowa

IOWA

12-17-2025

Mercy Medical Center has an opening for a part-time PA or Nurse Practitioner. This provider will be asked to be on site at both universities (Mt. Mercy University and Coe College) for two hours per day. The hours are typically 11-1 and 1:30-3:30 pm each day. This position follows the schools calendar and will have breaks off. This position can be supplemented with Urgent Care hours if the provider desires.

Job Opening: https://mercycare.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Mercy_Cedar_Rapids_Careers/job/Employee-Health-Clinic---8th--8th-Building-Main-Campus/Physician-Assistant_JR103078

Contact/Employer Information:

  • Experience Level: New Graduates or Experienced
  • Employer: Mercy Medical Center
  • Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa
  • Contact:

01-30-2026

We have a job opening at our clinic in Washington, Iowa.

QuickVisit Urgent Care Job Opportunity

If you have any specific questions about the job or the company, contact Katie Kohlscheen.

Contact/Employer Information:

  • Experience Level: New Graduates or Experienced
  • Employer: QuickVisit Urgent Care
  • Location: Washington, Iowa
  • Contact:

03-06-2026

Medical Associates Clinic, located in Dubuque, Iowa, is seeking an NP or PA to join our well-established, thriving multidisciplinary practice in the General Surgery department - outpatient practice.

Position Overview:

The Nurse Practitioner or PA provides comprehensive outpatient clinic care in a general surgery clinic (not scrubbing in), collaborating with surgeons and the care team to manage patients across the continuum of care. Responsibilities include conducting pre- and post-operative visits for general surgery and GI procedures, evaluating and managing surgical patients, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, developing treatment plans, and providing patient education. The NP/PA supports efficient clinic operations, ensures continuity of care, and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in an ambulatory setting.

Essential Functions:

  • Conduct outpatient evaluations, including pre- and post-operative visits for general surgery and GI procedures.
  • Assess, diagnose, and manage surgical patients; order and interpret diagnostic tests and develop treatment plans.
  • Collaborate with general surgeons and interdisciplinary care teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care.
  • Provide patient and family education regarding procedures, post-operative care, recovery expectations, and follow-up.
  • Maintain accurate, timely documentation and support clinic workflows, quality standards, and regulatory compliance.

Work Schedule: Full-time (salaried) with 85% patient contact hours with a schedule of 4.5-5 day workweek.

Full-time providers will be eligible for a full benefits package including:

  • Health Insurance and Dental Coverage with discounted premium rates for wellness program participation
  • 401k with immediate matching (50% on the dollar up to 7% of pay + additional annual Profit Sharing)
  • Medical & Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
  • Paid Time Off (accrue up to 29 days/year) + additional CEU time off and allowance

Expectations:

  1. Practice within scope of licensure and experience.
  2. Follow Clinic policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  3. Maintain confidentiality regarding Medical Associates, its clients, and employees.
  4. Maintain infection control and safety guidelines.
  5. Maintain a friendly, respectful, and professional environment for all patient contacts.
  6. Maintain a cooperative, helpful work environment within the department, as well as, with other departments and employees.

Medical Associates Clinic Overview:

  • Utilization of shared electronic medical records for whole-patient care across primary care & multidisciplinary specialist team
  • Over 200 providers and 1,100 staff make up the area’s leading healthcare provider and only multispecialty group practice
  • 30+ specialty departments with two Dubuque campus locations and 7 Family Care Network clinics in IA, WI and IL
  • Recognition includes MGMA “Better Performing Groups” and U.S. News and World Report’s “America’s Best Health Plans”
  • Learn more at www.mahealthcare.com

Dubuque, Iowa Community Overview:

  • Beautiful city overlooking the Mississippi River with a population of 70,000
  • Video exploring the Dubuque community: https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=8vIewV4J_I4
  • Community & Entertainment: great restaurants, local breweries & wineries, miles of hiking & biking trails, museums and performing arts, live music and festivals, boat/kayak access, nearby downhill skiing, networking groups for all ages and interests!
  • Schools & Family: outstanding public and private schools, lots of family-centered activities throughout the year, programs for just about every extracurricular interest--sports/arts/music/social
  • Housing & Living: several options including downtown city lofts, restored single family homes, nearby suburbs in the country, townhouses centrally located *Cost of living 9% lower than national average

Dubuque is a city where the simple pleasures and modern conveniences of life are balanced.

With a population of 70,000 and a drawing base area of over 250,000.

Dubuque is a little over a one-hour drive from both Madison and Iowa City and is only three hours from Chicago.

To view the full position details, please visit this link: Medical Associates Careers - NP/PA - General Surgery: Outpatient Practice (no OR scrubbing in!). Or feel free to reach out to our in-house recruiter Jennie Brown at jbrownmahealthcare.com.

Contact/Employer Information:

  • Experience Level: New Graduates or Experienced
  • Employer: Medical Associates Clinic
  • Location: Dubuque, Iowa
  • Contact:

NEBRASKA

12-29-2025

Nebraska Orthopaedic Center (NOC), a privately owned orthopaedic practice located in Lincoln, Nebraska. We are currently recruiting for a PA position in sports medicine. This position provides health care services to patients under direction and responsibility of Physician by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties: include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

  • Bring charts, x-rays, and templates to OR and return to the office.  
  • Review x-rays and check room for case specific instruments, supplies, and implants.
  • Position patient on OR table.
  • Apply tourniquet, compression stocking, and drape patient.
  • Hold retractors, manipulate limbs, and cauterize vessels, sponge and suction wound as necessary.
  • Skin closures.
  • Apply dressings, splints, immobilizers, slings, as directed.  
  • Remove patient from OR table to stretcher for transport to recovery room.   
  • Expedite room turnover.  Assist with cleaning and prep for the next case.
  • Maintain privately owned instruments.
  • Prepare for upcoming surgeries and facilitate assistance or communicate to back-office staff if none can be arranged.
  • Perform comprehensive and problem-focused histories and physical examinations, interpret and correlate laboratory and diagnostic procedures as directed by the Supervising Physician.
  • Order, collect, and perform appropriate laboratory or diagnostic procedures, and studies.
  • Conduct hospital rounds, write orders, and take calls for the orthopaedic surgeons.   
  • Evaluate and clarify clinical conditions, formulate and implement a treatment or therapeutic plan for hospitalized patients, dictate discharge summaries, histories and physicals.  
  • Evaluate and screen emergency room patients.   
  • Provide sports team game coverage as needed.
  • Order, prescribe, dispense and administer medication, orthosis, orthotics, braces and other orthopaedic devices as may be allowed by state legislation.
  • Design, conduct and/or participate in research studies, manage databases, and perform quality assurance as directed by the supervising physician.
  • As a member of the NOC team, you may be asked to assist whenever or wherever there is a need.
  • Perform minor procedures such as wound care and joint injection as needed.
  • Shares in the Call Schedule with the Physicians.
  • Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of the job. 

Qualifications:  

  • Orthopaedic solo or group practice experience preferred (new graduates are welcome to apply).
  • Must have Nebraska state PA license.

How to Apply: Applicant can send resume to mblair@nebraskaortho.com or apply online through our website: Careers - Nebraska Orthopaedic Center.

Contact/Employer Information:

  • Experience Level: New Graduates or Experienced
  • Employer: Nebraska Orthopaedic Center
  • Location: Lincoln, Nebraska
  • Contact:

01-20-2026

Tri Valley Health System is currently seeking a PA–Certified (PA-C) to join our Orthopedics team. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced orthopedic providers in a collaborative clinical environment, with exposure to both clinic and procedural care.

Tri Valley Health System PA Job Opportunity Flier

Contact/Employer Information:

  • Specialty: Orthopedics
  • Experience Level: New Graduates or Experienced
  • Employer: Tri Valley Health System
  • Location: Cambridge, Nebraska
  • Contact: