Locum - Physician - Surgery - Plastic Des Moines, IA

Locum Plastic Surgeon Des Moines, Iowa

365 Healthcare is seeking an experienced Plastic Surgeon for a full-time locum opportunity in Des Moines, Iowa. This assignment will begin with call coverage responsibilities and has the potential to expand into clinic and operative coverage as the program evolves.

This is an excellent opportunity for a surgeon interested in trauma, reconstructive surgery, and long-term program support within a busy regional medical center.

Schedule Model

Full-time coverage needed Initial focus on call coverage beginning July 2026 Flexible scheduling options:

• 7 days on OR 2 weeks on
• 7 days off OR 2 weeks off
• Future clinic and OR coverage anticipated

Coverage Needed

ASAP start for ongoing coverage Must be available for call coverage beginning July 10, 2026 Long-term assignment with potential expansion into clinic and surgical responsibilities

Practice Overview

Hospital-based Plastic Surgery practice Coverage at multiple hospital campuses EMR: Epic Teaching opportunities available

Clinical Responsibilities

Trauma call coverage Emergency Department consultations Soft tissue and reconstructive surgery consultations Collaboration with breast surgery teams for reconstruction cases In-office consultations and procedures (future coverage) Operative case coverage as program needs expand

Practice Environment

Established Plastic Surgery service line One Plastic Surgeon currently on staff APP support available Dedicated nursing support Broad mix of reconstructive and cosmetic patient populations

Patient Population

Pediatric through Geriatric patients Reconstructive surgery patients Trauma patients Cosmetic surgery patients

Qualifications

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Active Iowa License or Active IMLC with LOQ Significant Plastic Surgery experience required Clean malpractice and background history Ability to work either 7-on/7-off or 2-weeks-on/2-weeks-off schedules Must be available for call coverage beginning July 10, 2026

Why Partner with 365 Healthcare

Dedicated specialty-specific consultants 24/7 award-winning service NALTO Member Competitive compensation A-rated malpractice coverage Paid travel and housing

Take the Next Step

Plastic Surgery locum opportunities with trauma call coverage and long-term growth potential are rarely available.

Apply today and connect with 365 Healthcare to discuss your availability and interest.