Critical Care Nocturnist - Physician - Des Moines, IA - $75,000 Recruitment Incentive

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is in search of a Board Eligible/Board Certified Critical Care Physician to become part of a well-established and high-performing team as a Nocturnist. This position provides a chance to work in a collaborative setting with strong specialty support while delivering advanced, patient-focused care within an expanding healthcare system.

Job Opportunity Overview

• Become a member of a close-knit group consisting of 14 Physicians and 12 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
• Work a 7/7 schedule from 7 PM to 7 AM
• No outpatient clinic duties required
• 24/7 support from APPs
• Main location: MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center with 67 ICU/CCU beds
• Secondary location: MercyOne West Des Moines Medical Center with 7 ICU beds

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a Legacy of Excellence - Be part of a mission-driven organization established in 1893, dedicated to compassionate, faith-based care, at a 622-bed Level II Trauma Center recognized as one of Becker's Healthcare "100 Great Hospitals in America."
• Act as a Regional Referral Hub - Deliver care to a diverse tertiary service area serving 1.5 million residents across central Iowa.
• Engage in an Advanced Clinical Environment - Operate within a highly specialized system featuring a Neuro Trauma ICU and a closed ICU model aimed at high-quality, team-oriented care.
• Utilize Cutting-Edge Technology - Gain access to O-arm imaging, bi-plane suites, minimally invasive techniques, multiple navigation stations, ECMO, and ECPR.
• Certified Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $578,340
• Recruitment bonus: $75,000
• Relocation assistance up to $15,000
• Annual CME allowance: $6,000
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Retirement plans (403B with a 6.5% match + 457B)
• Benefits commence on the first day of employment!
• J-1 and H-1B visa applicants are encouraged to apply

Living in Des Moines, IA

• A cost of living that is 17% lower than the national average
• Enjoy a vibrant community with numerous amenities

Greater Des Moines consistently ranks among the best places to live in the nation, offering a low cost of living and a robust job market. Spend weekends at the acclaimed Downtown Farmers' Market or enjoy leisurely afternoons in the Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Cycle to your workplace and return to a community filled with friends and family. The area boasts extensive trails for walking, running, and biking, while surrounding suburbs are known for 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 Des Moines has to offer. This is a place where culture thrives, opportunities abound, and a healthy work/life balance is achievable, all while enjoying unmatched education and award-winning arts and entertainment.

Our mission: We serve together in the spirit of compassion and transformation within our communities. We uphold this mission by adhering to our core values of Reverence, Commitment to Those Experiencing Poverty, Safety, Justice, Stewardship, and Integrity. We are dedicated to recruiting 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 focus on collaboration. Whether you are an established physician considering relocation or a medical resident, we provide opportunities that offer the flexibility to meet your individual needs. If you are interested in joining us, we encourage you to explore further.