Infectious Disease - Physician - Des Moines - $150,000 Recruitment Incentive
Job Description
Our organization is in search of a Board Certified/Board Eligible Infectious Disease Physician to enhance our dynamic practice in Des Moines, prompted by an upcoming retirement. Here, you will find a collaborative atmosphere, cutting-edge resources, and the chance to make a significant difference in a thriving medical community. Your skills will be appreciated, and your professional development will be nurtured.
Opportunity Highlights
- Become part of a team consisting of 5 Physicians and 3 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
- Practice setting: 80% inpatient and 20% outpatient
- On-call rotation of 1:5
- Daily rounding and consult volume of 12-15 patients
- Outpatient clinic volume of 12-15 patients, with APP support for follow-ups
- Access to 24/7 Pulmonary Critical Care and Hospitalist coverage
- Engagement as Internal Medicine Residency Faculty
- Established referral network
Opportunity Details
- Guaranteed annual salary of $285,261 for the first two years
- Recruitment bonus of $150,000
- Malpractice insurance coverage with tail protection
- 403B retirement plan with matching contributions and a 457B savings option
- Relocation assistance of up to $15,000
- Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance of $6,000
- Comprehensive benefits starting from day one
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Encouragement for J1 and H1B visa applicants to apply
Our Des Moines facility comprises four hospitals in central and southern Iowa, totaling 875 beds, along with management of 16 rural hospitals. The Des Moines Medical Center is a Level II Trauma center with 550 beds, serving a tertiary area of 1.4 million and hosting one of Iowa's busiest Emergency Departments. We have received the Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award from the American Stroke Association and are the only hospital in Iowa to earn the Gold Seal of Approval and Primary Stroke Center certification from the Joint Commission.
Greater Des Moines is frequently recognized as one of the best places to live in the nation, featuring an affordable cost of living and a robust job market. Enjoy Saturdays at the acclaimed Downtown Farmers' Market and leisurely afternoons in the Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Cycle to your fulfilling job 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 offers. This is a community where culture thrives, opportunities abound, and a work/life balance is attainable, with unmatched educational resources and award-winning arts and entertainment always nearby. Experience life without compromise.
Our Des Moines Medical Center has been a dedicated community resource since 1893. We operate four non-profit Catholic medical centers and two specialty hospitals, totaling 875 beds. Our parent organization oversees 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 Des Moines Medical Center has been recognized in Becker's Healthcare list of 100 great hospitals in America, making us one of only two hospitals in Iowa to achieve this honor.
Our mission: We serve together in the spirit of compassion and healing 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 aim to collaborate 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.
