Gastroenterology

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is in search of a Board Certified/Board Eligible Gastroenterologist to enhance our expanding practice situated in the Des Moines metropolitan area. This position comes with a competitive compensation package, featuring a two-year income guarantee of a $700,000 base salary, a $150,000 signing bonus, $6,000 for continuing medical education (CME), coverage for malpractice insurance, and a 403B retirement plan match.

• A ready-made referral network and a busy practice from day one
• Outpatient focus with no on-call responsibilities
• Optional inpatient coverage
• 24/7 GI Hospitalist support available
• Clinic conveniently located next to a suburban Endoscopy Suite
• Integrated endoscopy suite at our Des Moines Medical Center
• Access to in-house Anesthesia, Interventional Radiology, Cytopathology, and Colorectal Surgery
• Teaching opportunities available for Internal Medicine Residents and Medical Students
• Advanced Therapeutic GI services offered on-site
• J1 and H1B visa candidates are encouraged to apply

Our medical group is the largest multi-specialty clinic system in Iowa, operating over 50 clinic locations statewide. We employ more than 250 healthcare professionals across 30 specialties and subspecialties. Our network includes hospitals, physicians, and allied services dedicated to delivering exceptional care throughout Iowa, featuring advanced treatments that are often exclusive to our facilities.

Greater Des Moines is frequently recognized as one of the best places to live in the United States, boasting a low cost of living (with state income tax set to decrease to 3.8% starting in 2025) and a robust job market. The area is known for its excellent schools and safe, clean neighborhoods. Enjoy weekends at the acclaimed Downtown Farmer’s Market or leisurely afternoons in the Pappajohn Sculpture Park. With extensive trails for walking, running, and biking, you can easily commute to work while being surrounded by a supportive community of friends and family. 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 place where culture thrives, opportunities abound, and a healthy work/life balance is attainable.

Our Des Moines Medical Center is a Level II Trauma facility that has been serving the community since 1893. We operate four non-profit Catholic medical centers and two specialty hospitals, totaling 875 beds. As part of a larger network, our parent organization has 420 care locations, including 18 owned hospitals and 25 affiliated medical centers, addressing the healthcare needs of Iowans statewide. For the second consecutive year, our medical center has been recognized on the Becker’s Healthcare list of 100 great hospitals in America, being one of only two hospitals in Iowa to receive this honor.

We are part of one of the largest non-profit, faith-based healthcare systems in the nation, comprising a family of 133,000 colleagues and over 38,900 physicians and clinicians serving diverse communities across 25 states. Our system includes 92 hospitals and 101 continuing care locations, along with the second-largest PACE program in the country and various health and wellness services. In fiscal year 2025, we invested $2.9 billion in community initiatives, charity care, and other beneficial programs.

Our Mission: We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transformative healing presence within our communities. We uphold this mission by embodying 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.

At our organization, we prioritize the physician relationship and strive to partner closely with our medical staff. Whether you are an established physician considering relocation or a medical resident, we provide opportunities that offer the flexibility to accommodate your individual needs. We invite you to explore the possibilities of joining our team.