Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology - Physician - Des Moines - $100,000 Bonus

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Cognitive and Behavioral Neurologist

We are currently looking for a Board Certified/Board Eligible Cognitive and Behavioral Neurologist to become a part of our established practice in Des Moines. This family-oriented city is renowned for its excellent educational institutions, beautiful parks, and a friendly community atmosphere, offering a high standard of living. Enjoy the benefits of a robust healthcare network, affordable living costs, and ample opportunities for professional development in a nurturing environment.

Opportunity Highlights

• Become a member of a team with 2 seasoned providers specializing in Behavioral and Cognitive Neurology.
• Focus on outpatient clinical care.
• Engage in teaching Internal Medicine residents and medical students.
• Participate in clinical trials.

Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurology.
• Completion of fellowship training in either Geriatric Neurology or Behavioral Neurology.

Opportunity Details

• Two-year income guarantee of $340,000.
• $100,000 recruitment bonus.
• $15,000 relocation assistance.
• Malpractice insurance coverage with tail coverage included.
• 403B retirement plan with matching contributions and a 457B savings option.
• Annual CME allowance of $6,000.

About Our Practice

Our neurology practice is a comprehensive multispecialty facility with a statewide referral network. With a team of 10 neurologists and 4 advanced practice providers, we address a wide range of neurological conditions across various specialties. We are recognized as an MS Center of Excellence by The Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers. Opportunities for outreach and tele-neurology are available, and our practice includes 3 neuropsychologists who offer extensive testing services. We collaborate closely with departments such as Neurosurgery, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Pain Medicine. Our commitment to clinical research is strong, and we also serve as faculty for residents in Family Medicine, Psychiatry, and Internal Medicine, as well as medical students from Des Moines University.

About Our Medical Center

Our medical center comprises four hospitals in central and southern Iowa, totaling 875 beds, along with management of 16 rural hospitals. The main facility is a Level II Trauma center with 550 beds, serving a tertiary area of 1.4 million people and hosting one of the busiest emergency departments in Iowa. We have received the Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award from the American Stroke Association and are certified as an Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center.

Living in Greater Des Moines

Greater Des Moines consistently ranks among the top places to live in the nation, boasting a low cost of living and a strong job market. Enjoy weekends at the acclaimed Downtown Farmers' Market and leisurely afternoons in the Pappajohn Sculpture Park. The area offers extensive trails for walking, running, and biking, along with suburbs known for their excellent schools and safe neighborhoods. Cultural events, music and art festivals, the Iowa State Fair, and Iowa Cubs games at Principal Park are just a few of the attractions that make Des Moines vibrant. This is a community where culture thrives, opportunities abound, and a healthy work-life balance is achievable.

About Our Organization

We are part of one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare systems in the United States, comprising a family of 133,000 colleagues and over 38,900 physicians and clinicians dedicated to serving diverse communities across 25 states. Our system includes 92 hospitals and numerous continuing care locations, along with a variety of health and wellness services. In fiscal year 2025, we invested $2.9 billion in community support through charity care and other programs.

Our mission is to serve together in the spirit of compassion and healing within our communities. We uphold our core values of Reverence, Commitment to Those Experiencing Poverty, Safety, Justice, Stewardship, and Integrity. We are dedicated to attracting talented physicians who share our values and are eager to meet the healthcare needs of the communities we serve.

If you are a practicing physician considering relocation or a medical resident seeking opportunities, we invite you to explore the possibilities with us.