Physician Careers

Phone: (515) 574-8451

Email: amy.coleman@unitypoint.org

• Why do you love working for UnityPoint Health? I love working for an organization that is focused on caring for people. UnityPoint Health is known for providing excellent patient care but that’s not where it ends, the organization makes sure providers and team members know how much they matter to this world.
• When did you start working at UnityPoint Health? I started working for the health system in 2011. I couldn't imagine working anywhere else!
• What region(s) do you recruit for? Fort Dodge Region and Emergency Medicine for the health system.
• If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? Taking my kids to Hawaii is at the top of my list.
• What are some causes you care about? The Iowa Donor Network is a cause that’s near and dear to my heart. My sister donated a kidney to our father in 2015 and saved his life. I’m proud to support the Iowa Donor Network by raising awareness for organ and tissue donation.
• What are you passionate about? I'm passionate about "people experience" - whether it's as a patient, family member, team member or provider. People will always remember how you made them feel regardless of the situation or outcome.
• What is the best piece of advice you've ever been given? The first 100 years are the hardest. This piece of advice was passed down from my husband's Great-Great Grandmother who lived to be 107 years old.
• What is the most inspiring part of your job? I take pride in recruiting top performing healthcare professionals to care for my family, friends and community. It’s inspiring to think about the number of lives each provider impacts and it fills my bucket to hear a positive patient story about a provider that I’ve helped.

Phone: (319) 730-9513 

Email: andrea.sims@unitypoint.org

• Why do you love working for UnityPoint Health? I really enjoy working for UnityPoint Health because the organization truly values individuals work life balance, and family.  This organization has given me the chance to be involved in my children's activities, and have some great time off to enjoy traveling!
• When did you start working at UnityPoint Health? 2009
• What regions do you recruit for? Cedar Rapids
• If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? As my daughter wishes (and I would totally go if I won the lottery) – Bora Bora
• What is the best piece of advice you've ever been given? The work will always be there, take time for your family.
• What is the most inspiring part of your job? Being able to connect with Physicians as people, and understanding that they are just like us.

Phone: 712-279-3331

Email: caden.clouse@unitypoint.org

• Why do you love working for UnityPoint Health? I love working for UnityPoint Health because Unity Point closely aligns with my personal morals and values. I truly feel that everyday I make a difference in the lives of our patients and my colleagues through my interactions and my daily work.
• When did you start working at UnityPoint Health? I started working for UnityPoint Health in the Fall of 2021. I supported the lab by drawing blood for inpatients, outpatients, same day surgery, ICU, and the emergency department. I joined the Provider Recruitment team in November of 2022.
• What region(s) do you recruit for? I recruit for the Siouxland region.
• If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? My wife and I are outdoor enthusiasts, so we love to hike and look for picturesque destinations. My ideal "destination" would be a road trip that included as many state and national parks along the way.
• What are some causes you care about? What are you passionate about? My wife and I are passionate about Noah's Hope, an animal rescue in the Siouxland area. Our dog Gracie was a rescue from Noah's Hope; she really is the sweetest girl. We also support the Histiocytosis Association, which impacts the lives of those who battle rare disorders, specifically Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH), a cancer that has touched our lives before. We believe that through their research and clinical trials, LCH and other Histiocytic disorders can be cured.
• What is the best piece of advice you've ever been given? "Take care of your people, and they'll take care of business."
• What is the most inspiring part of your job? It is inspiring to be the connection that links high-quality care providers with a health organization that is passionate about caring for the patient and their staff. I am fortunate to be directly impacting the quality of care that this organization delivers by aligning top talent with the Siouxland area.

Phone: (515) 471-9761 

Email: andrew.birdsall@unitypoint.org

• Why do you love working for UnityPoint Health? Organizational values.  Not just the kind that most organizations only pay lip-service to, but actual values that each team really strives to embody in their everyday work.
• When did you start working at UnityPoint Health? 2017
• What region(s) do you recruit for? Dubuque and Hospitalists
• If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? I just did it!  Germany, Austria, and Greece, but I guess if I had to choose a new destination now that I've seen those places; I would have to say Italy and the South of France.
• What are some causes you care about? What are you passionate about? April and I really like to support the ARL (Animal Rescue League) here in Des Moines, but my family is close to an organization called Love Takes Root that has done a lot of great things for children in Haiti and around the world through providing of medical aid, education, and the seeds for a sustainable future.
• What is the best piece of advice you've ever been given? Work hard, play harder!
• What is the most inspiring part of your job? As recruiters we get to help healthcare professionals achieve their goal of working for an organization that really cares about them, and the patients that they care for.  The inspiration is two-fold: we get to help make a difference for the healthcare providers and the community of patients they care for.

Email: katherine.berger@unitypoint.org

• Why do you love working for UnityPoint Health? I love UnityPoint's deep commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of both their patients and their employees.
• When did you start working at UnityPoint Health? 2021
• What region(s) do you support? I support the Cedar Rapids, Waterloo, Sioux City, Quad Cities, Peoria and Central Iowa regions.
• If you could travel anywhere, where would you go?  Anywhere with a beautiful beach, bustling city and good food.
• What are some causes you care about? I'm passionate about mental health. Everyone deserves access to quality mental healthcare and I'm grateful for hospitals, clinics and non-profits that support individuals as they walk the road to mental wellness.
• What is the best piece of advice you've ever been given? If it's still bothering you in 24 hours, say something within 48 hours.
• What is the most inspiring part of your job? I love that my work has both present and future value. Today's students are tomorrow's providers and I enjoy knowing that I play a part in ensuring patients receive great care.

Phone: (515) 381-7193

Email: kylie.ladely@unitypoint.org

• Why do you love working for UnityPoint Health? It's been a very welcoming environment with an awesome team. Everyone truly believes in the organization and is passionate about helping people.
• When did you start working at UnityPoint Health? May 2022
• What region(s)s do you recruit for? Blank Children's Hospital and Central Iowa Advanced Practice Providers
• If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? Greece
• What are some causes you care about? What are you passionate about? Safe and affordable access to healthcare for everyone
• What are you passionate about? Trying to raise my kids to be nice, accepting people
• What is the best piece of advice you've ever been given? Just because you handled an experience one way, doesn't mean someone else has to handle it the same
• What is the most inspiring part of your job? Knowing that I can truly make a difference in a patient's experience by being the first step in the recruiting process.

Phone: (309) 779-7954

Email: misty.pollard@unitypoint.org

• Why do you love working for UnityPoint Health?  UnityPoint Health is an amazing organization. Being a patient with my two children at UnityPoint, I know first-hand that the Vision, "Best Outcome Every Patient Every Time" is with the utmost regard. You can feel it in the hearts of every employee.
• When did you start working at UnityPoint Health? I began my career at UnityPoint in December 2021
• What region(s) do you recruit for? Quad Cities
• If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? Alaska! I have a dream of spotting whales from the balcony of a cruise ship.
• What are some causes you care about?I have a soft spot for rescue animals. Here in the Quad Cities, I follow the local No Kill Animal Shelters. I donate as much as I can, drop off old towels/supplies, and share the animals that need a good home on Social Media. I wish I could adopt them all.
• What are you passionate about? ? I'm passionate about my children. I want to give them all the resources they need and desire to learn and grow so they can become successful teens and adults.
• What is the best piece of advice you've ever been given? ? Be Kind. Always
• What is the most inspiring part of your job? The most inspiring part of my job is that I have the ability to significantly impact the community, patients, myself, and peers by successfully recruiting talented Provider/Physicians to join our Organization.

Phone: (319) 234-1171 Ext. 115

Email: tina.dalton@unitypoint.org

• Why do you love working for UnityPoint Health? I started with UPH in January of 2018. From that moment I could see the teamwork and positivity. The point of unity is you and you see that in their "Patient Centered" approach to care: "Best outcome for every patient every time and their focus values.
• When did you start working at UnityPoint Health? 2018
• What region(s) do you recruit for? Waterloo
• If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? I would love to take a trip to France with my 4 daughters and learn more about our family heritage.
• What are some causes you care about? What are you passionate about? I am very passionate about Pediatric Cancer. My son and I collect toys every year during the holidays for Children with Cancer or life threating illnesses. They are given to children that are going through painful procedures, birthdays, holiday spent in the hospital, or milestones they have met. I also love to stay involved in my community by being on the City Council, Park Board and our town celebration.
• What is the best piece of advice you've ever been given? We never know what someone is going through or what they're struggling with. We can make a huge difference simply by being kind and compassionate.
• What is the most inspiring part of your job? Meeting Providers and their families and getting to share the great things we have to offer. We don't just fill positions we find the right fit for the patients and the team.

Phone: (515) 471-9275 

Email: whitney.jacobson@unitypoint.org

• Why do you love working for UnityPoint Health? This organization does everything they can to support each team member in their role. Someone always has the answer to my questions and solutions to my problems!
• When did you start working at UnityPoint Health? 2016
• What region(s)s do you recruit for? Des Moines
• If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? Paris or Italy
• What are some causes you care about? What are you passionate about? I tend to stay pretty neutral, but I support ASPCA because I can't watch Animal Cops without crying.
• What is the best piece of advice you've ever been given? If you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all. And of course, YOLO.
• What is the most inspiring part of your job? When I hire a really great provider who the community and team members appreciate. A provider who makes a difference in the community and to the patient population. We rarely hear the stories after they start working, but when we do, it's inspiring!

Email: jamie.johansen@unitypoint.org

• Why do you love working for UnityPoint Health? I like the feeling of accomplishment I achieve by helping our providers. It is very rewarding to know that I am doing something that will make their life easier.
• When did you start working at UnityPoint Health?  2002
• What regions do you support? Central Iowa, Fort Dodge, Sioux City and Madison
• If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? I love to read and based off of the books I have read I would love to go to New Zealand and Scotland.
• What are some causes you care about? What are you passionate about? Much to my husband's displeasure I love to DIY! I am currently giving my bathroom a facelift and building a buffet cabinet with my dad. I am not great at it but drawing and painting is also something I enjoy, especially when I do it with my sisters and aunt.
• What is the best piece of advice you've ever been given? I know it is not very original but it still stands true to treat others the way that you want to be treated. I try to keep in mind that we are all on a different journey in life and it doesn't take very much effort on my part to give someone a smile and to treat everyone with kindness.
• What is the most inspiring part of your job? It is hard not to feed off of the anticipation and eagerness of the providers as we approach their start date. It is revitalizing to try to see it through their eyes.

Phone: (515) 574-8427

Email: Kristine.Harris@unitypoint.org

• Why do you love working for UnityPoint Health? I love working for an organization that puts their people first - whether it be as an employee or patient.
• When did you start working at UnityPoint Health?  2019
• What regions do you support? Fort Dodge
• If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? Hawaii is at the top of my list but name a warm beach with sunshine and I'll be there!
• What are some causes you care about? What are you passionate about? Anything that involves children or health and wellness.
• What is the best piece of advice you've ever been given? Grind in your 20s. Build in your 30s. Chill in your 40s.
• What is the most inspiring part of your job? Fort Dodge is my hometown and I take full pride in our community. Knowing that I get to connect with new providers who want to make a difference in this community and patient population is rewarding.

Phone: (563) 264-9424 

Email: mandy.rudolph@unitypoint.org

• Why do you love working for UnityPoint Health? For me, this started as a just a job. Over the years, it's turned into something else for me. This is my home and the people I work with are my family.
• When did you start working at UnityPoint Health?  1998
• What regions do you support? Onboarding for Cedar Rapids, Quad Cities, Waterloo, Marshalltown
• If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? Back to Europe
• What are some causes you care about? What are you passionate about? I am passionate about anything that has to do with animals. If I could, I would have all of them.
• What is the best piece of advice you've ever been given? Never go to bed angry.
• What is the most inspiring part of your job?  The most inspiring part of my job is helping a new provider achieve their dream job and seeing that provider thrive in their practice. To know that I was a part of realizing those dreams for them is very rewarding.

Phone: (319) 234-1171 Ext. 116

Email: alan.johnson@unitypoint.org

• Why do you love working for UnityPoint Health?  The culture of UnityPoint Health is what separates our organization.  The FOCUS values is driven by our senior leadership to provide the best experience for our team and the best care for our patients.         
• When did you start working at UnityPoint Health? 2013
• What region(s) do you support? I lead the provider recruitment team for all regions across UnityPoint Health.
• If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? Ireland
• What are some causes you care about? The First Tee Organization
• What are you passionate about? My family and friends
• What is the best piece of advice you've ever been given? The time is always right to do the right thing. – MLK Jr.
• What is the most inspiring part of your job? Recruiting physicians and advanced practitioners who provide the best care to our patients.

Email: rachel.gustafson@unitypoint.org

• Why do you love working for UnityPoint Health? I'm so grateful that the work I do impacts the community I live in – and I get to see that! We have a senior leadership that operates with integrity, and I love the people I work with.
• When did you start working at UnityPoint Health? 2012
• What region(s) do you support? I support all markets, leading the provider onboarding and graduate medical student education programs as well as supporting provider development and well-being.
• If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? I really want to go to Banff, Canada.
• What are some causes you care about? What are you passionate about? I am involved with Dress for Success in Des Moines. I'm really passionate about helping women understand their gifts, find work they love, and take care of themselves.
• What is the most inspiring part of your job? My team – they are the absolute best and I learn something from them every day.

Phone: (515) 471-9221

Email: rachel.hardin@unitypoint.org

• Why do you love working for UnityPoint Health? I love our focus on experience. We are committed to designing and delivering an exceptional experience for people – patients and team members alike. We care about making health care easier and more personal, and that excites me every day.
• When did you start working at UnityPoint Health? 2015
• What region(s) do you support?  As the Director of Provider Services, I support our whole team! 
• If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? Antarctica. I'm from Minnesota and LOVE the cold!
• What are some causes you care about? I serve on the Junior League of Des Moines Board of Directors. I believe in the power of developing women to be leaders who give back to their community. We volunteer with at-risk girls in the juvenile system and with girls at YESS (Youth Emergency Shelter and Services).
• What are you passionate about? Creating joy in medicine. There is so much discussion nationally about clinician burnout, and I'm passionate about ensuring that we create an opportunity for people to find joy in their work. Working in health care is a privilege, and I'm passionate about connecting people to what matters to them.
• What is the best piece of advice you've ever been given?Connection before content. Always take time to know who people are and what matters to them.
• What is the most inspiring part of your job?Watching the incredible work our team does to build relationships and bring top talent to our organization.

Phone: (515) 471-9204

Email: amanda.cummins@unitypoint.org

• Why do you love working for UnityPoint Health?  It is great to work for an organization where everyone knows they matter. 
• When did you start working at UnityPoint Health? 2017
• What region(s) do you support?  All of them! I work with the attorneys to coordinate needed paperwork for visa holder physicians. I also process new employment agreements and employment agreement amendments.
• If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? Europe
• What are some causes you care about? What are you passionate about? Anything that involves children.
• What is the best piece of advice you've ever been given? To be positive for positive self-fulfilling prophecies. 
• What is the most inspiring part of your job?  This is a great team!  Even though we are not all located in the same cities, we do a great job working together and making one another feel valued.

Phone: (515) 471-9782 

Email: Allison.Huey@unitypoint.org

• Why do you love working for UnityPoint Health?The mission of my workplace is one of the most important factors I look for. When UnityPoint says 'You Matter', they mean it. You as the employee, you as the patient, you as the student. At UnityPoint, each person plays a role in the success of the organization, and that success is the best care of each patient. I am proud to be a part of an organization that believes in the power of team work, creative spirit in solving problems, and a focus on excellence as we move forward in our work each day.
• When did you start working at UnityPoint Health? September 2019
• What region(s) do you support? I support graduate medical students, clinics and providers in the Cedar Rapids, Waterloo, Sioux City, Quad Cities, Peoria and Central Iowa regions.
• If you could travel anywhere, where would you go?  Anywhere with a beautiful snowy winter or a deep rich history to explore.
• What are some causes you care about? What are you passionate about? I have a passion for community efforts focused on adverse childhood experiences and resilience. Specifically, Connections Matter is a national program, developed in Iowa focusing on the importance of every day connections and the power of relationships in our brain health and development. When individuals thrive, our community is stronger. 
• What is the best piece of advice you've ever been given? Before a high school swim meet, my dad stuck a laminated copy of Roosevelt's "Man in the Arena" in my swim bag. Close to 20 years later, I still carry the same note in my purse every day. It reminds me to always try, no matter "victory nor defeat" to achieve better not just for yourself but for others.
• What is the most inspiring part of your job? Having a background in higher education, I will every now and then see a new provider joining UnityPoint that I may have met on their first day of college. (Rather than fret about my age) I am reminded of their path and the dedication it takes to reach such a goal. It is inspiring to think of great achievements yet to come in their work!

Phone: 515-471-9307

Email: rachelle.moser@unitypoint.org

• Why do you love working for UnityPoint Health? UnityPoint offers flexibility with work hours and the ability to work remote (for my role).
• When did you start working at UnityPoint Health? July 2019
• What region(s) do you support? ? I'm responsible for provider agreements for UnityPoint Clinic in Cedar Rapids, Central Iowa, Dubuque, Fort Dodge, Madison, Quad Cities, Sioux City and Waterloo. I also handle provider agreements for Trinity Regional Medical Center – Fort Dodge and our system telehospitalists.
• If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? I would like to visit Tahiti, Fiji or Bora Bora.
• What is the best piece of advice you've ever been given? Spend time with your kids and family, dishes and chores can wait!
• What is the most inspiring part of your job? Having the privilege of serving our providers helps me feel closer to UPH's purpose of providing outstanding patient care.

Email: tasha.wells@unitypoint.org

• Why do you love working for UnityPoint Health? There are so many kind and hardworking individuals at this organization. I feel valued and connected to my team which leads to such a positive work environment.
• When did you start working at UnityPoint Health? October 2022
• What region(s) do you support? ?I support graduate medical students, clinics, and providers in the Cedar Rapids, Waterloo, Sioux City, Quad Cities, Peoria, and Central Iowa regions.
• If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? I've always wanted to travel to Hawaii, Australia, and New Zealand.
• What is the best piece of advice you've ever been given? "Work smarter, not harder." I recently had to visit the outpatient PT clinic and my provider would say this frequently. I feel like it applies to so many areas of life. Utilizing proper techniques, technology, and resources as well as researching new skills and best practices helps keep your body happy and your life/workflow more efficient.
• What is the most inspiring part of your job?As the wife of a healthcare worker, I remember the excitement and nerves that can accompany a new rotation. As such, I really enjoy helping the students get everything ready for their clinicals and wishing them well. By choosing to become a healthcare worker, these students are choosing to serve their community and it brings me joy to assist them during this exciting time of their development.