Pulmonary and Critical Care - Physician - Des Moines - $150,000 RecruitmentIncentive

Job Description

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Pulmonary Critical Care Physician

Our organization is actively looking for a Board Eligible/Board Certified Pulmonary Critical Care Physician to become a part of our esteemed practice. This is a chance to join a collaborative and high-achieving team that benefits from robust specialty support, allowing you to provide advanced, patient-focused care within a vibrant and expanding healthcare system.

Position Highlights

• Become a member of a close-knit group consisting of 14 Physicians and 12 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs).
• Work 14-16 shifts each month, with each shift lasting between 8 to 12 hours.
• Enjoy 24/7 support from APPs.
• Main location: Our Des Moines Medical Center, featuring 67 ICU/CCU beds.
• Secondary location: Our West Des Moines Medical Center, which has 7 ICU beds.

Why Choose This Opportunity?

• Join a Legacy of Excellence: Be part of a mission-driven organization established in 1893, dedicated to compassionate, faith-based care. Our facility is a 622-bed Level II Trauma Center recognized as one of Becker’s Healthcare "100 Great Hospitals in America."
• Regional Referral Hub: Deliver care to a diverse tertiary service area serving 1.5 million residents across central Iowa.
• Advanced Clinical Environment: Operate within a highly specialized system that includes a Neuro Trauma ICU and a closed ICU model focused on high-quality, team-oriented care.
• State-of-the-Art Technology: Utilize cutting-edge resources such as O-arm imaging, a bi-plane suite, minimally invasive techniques, and multiple navigation stations.
• Certified Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center: Work in a facility recognized for its advanced stroke care capabilities.

Living in Des Moines, IA

• Ranked as the 4th most livable metropolitan area in the U.S.
• Experience a cost of living that is 17% lower than the national average.
• Benefit from excellent schools and safe neighborhoods.
• Enjoy a variety of attractions, cultural events, and recreational activities.
• Explore abundant outdoor trails for walking, running, and biking.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Salary Structure:
  • Year 1: $420,000
  • Year 2: $432,000
  • Years 3+: $568,379
• Recruitment bonus of $150,000.
• Relocation assistance up to $15,000.
• Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance of $6,000.
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage included.
• Retirement plans available (403B with a 6.5% match and 457B).
• Benefits commence on the first day of employment.
• We welcome applications from J-1 and H-1B visa candidates.

Our Des Moines Medical Center is a Level II Trauma facility that has been dedicated to serving the community since 1893. We operate four non-profit Catholic Medical Centers and two specialty hospitals, totaling 875 beds. Our parent organization encompasses 420 care locations, including 18 owned hospitals and 25 affiliated medical centers, addressing the healthcare needs of Iowans statewide.

For two consecutive years, our Des Moines Medical Center has been recognized on Becker’s Healthcare list of "100 Great Hospitals in America," making it one of only two hospitals in Iowa to achieve this honor.

Greater Des Moines consistently ranks as one of the best places to live in the nation, offering a low cost of living and a strong job market. Enjoy weekends at the renowned Downtown Farmers' Market and leisurely afternoons in the Pappajohn Sculpture Park. With numerous trails for biking, walking, and running, the surrounding suburbs are known for their excellent schools and safe communities. 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 a vibrant place to live. Here, culture thrives, opportunities abound, and a healthy work-life balance is achievable.

We are committed to recruiting talented physicians who share our values and are eager to meet the healthcare needs of the communities we serve. If you are interested in joining our team, we encourage you to explore the opportunities available.