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

Job Description

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Critical Care Physician (Nocturnist)

Our organization is in search of a Board Eligible/Board Certified Critical Care Physician to become a 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 a growing healthcare system.

Position Highlights

• Join 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 responsibilities.
• Receive 24/7 support from APPs.
• Main location: Medical Center with 67 ICU/CCU beds.
• Secondary location: Medical Center with 7 ICU beds.

Why Choose This Opportunity?

• Be Part of a Legacy of Excellence: Join 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 the "100 Great Hospitals in America" by Becker's Healthcare.
• Regional Referral Hub: Provide care to a diverse tertiary service area serving 1.5 million residents across central Iowa.
• Advanced Clinical Environment: Engage in a highly specialized system featuring a Neuro Trauma ICU and a closed ICU model aimed at delivering high-quality, team-oriented care.
• State-of-the-Art Technology: Utilize advanced tools such as O-arm imaging, bi-plane suite, minimally invasive techniques, multiple navigation stations, ECMO, and ECPR. The facility is also a certified Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base Salary: $578,340
• Recruitment Incentive: $75,000
• Relocation Assistance: Up to $15,000
• Annual CME Allowance: $6,000
• Malpractice Insurance: Includes tail coverage
• Retirement Plans: 403B with a 6.5% match and 457B options
• Benefits Start: On the first day of employment
• We welcome J-1 and H-1B visa candidates to apply.

Living in Des Moines, IA

• Ranked as the 4th most livable metro area in the U.S.
• Cost of living is 17% lower than the national average.
• Access to excellent schools and safe neighborhoods.
• A variety of attractions, cultural events, and recreational activities.
• Numerous outdoor trails for walking, running, and biking.

Greater Des Moines consistently ranks as one of the best places to live, offering a low cost of living and a robust job market. Enjoy weekends at the renowned Downtown Farmers' Market or leisurely afternoons in the Pappajohn Sculpture Park. The area boasts abundant trails and is known for its vibrant community, cultural events, and family-friendly atmosphere.

Our organization is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare systems in the nation, comprising a family of over 133,000 colleagues and more than 38,900 physicians and clinicians dedicated to serving diverse communities across 25 states. 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 mission-driven team, we encourage you to explore the opportunities available with us.