Trauma Surgery - Physician - Des Moines - $150,000 Recruitment Incentive
Reported by 15 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay
Overview
- Location
- MMCIA - MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center Central IA
- Schedule
- 15 shifts per month; combination of days and nights; 1 clinic day per week · Unrestricted shared night EGS back-up call
- SalaryDr Signal range
- $455k – $675k
- Practice
- Academic-affiliated community hospital (Adjunct Faculty, General Surgery Residency) · Catholic Medical Center / Full-service multi-specialty hospital
15 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay
Role summary
MercyOne Des Moines is seeking a full-time, fellowship-trained Trauma Surgeon to join a busy team at a high-volume Level II Trauma Center, offering full-scope trauma, emergency general surgery, and acute surgical services including critical care and robotics. Compensation includes a base salary of $504,797, a $150,000 recruitment incentive, and up to $15,000 moving allowance.
What the posting highlights
- Team of 6 physicians and 12 APPs; co-management of 16-bed CSICU with Pulmonary and Critical Care
- Care setting: Inpatient (OR, rounding, critical care) plus 1 outpatient clinic day per week
- Patient population: Trauma and emergency general surgery patients; critical care (CSICU)
- Teaching or an academic practice setting is noted
SalaryDr summary based on the original posting
Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp
Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.
Compensation
- What physicians report
- $455k – $675k
- Pay context
- SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
- Report sample
- 15 recent physician reports · region cohort
- Compensation basis
- Estimated total compensation
- Signing bonus
- $150,000
This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 15 recent, approved physician reports (region cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.
Employer
Trinity Health
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Facility & Community
- Practice setting
- Academic-affiliated community hospital (Adjunct Faculty, General Surgery Residency)
- Facility type
- Catholic Medical Center / Full-service multi-specialty hospital
- Beds
- 875
- Trauma level
- Level II
- Patient population
- Trauma and emergency general surgery patients; critical care (CSICU)
- EHR
- Not stated in posting
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Questions to ask the employer
- Is the $150,000 signing bonus subject to repayment or clawback, and over what commitment period?
- How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?
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Work Design
- Schedule
- 15 shifts per month; combination of days and nights; 1 clinic day per week
- Call burden
- Unrestricted shared night EGS back-up call
- Shift type
- Days and nights
- Inpatient / outpatient
- Inpatient (OR, rounding, critical care) plus 1 outpatient clinic day per week
- Coverage model
- Team of 6 physicians and 12 APPs; co-management of 16-bed CSICU with Pulmonary and Critical Care
- Admin burden
- EMR: EPIC; 1 clinic day per week; adjunct faculty responsibilities
- FTE
- 1
- Teaching
- Yes
- Research
- No
- Supervises APPs
- Yes
Visa & Eligibility
- Remote
- No
- Visa sponsorship
- yes
- J-1 waiver
- Yes
- H-1B
- Yes
Source & Verification
- Source
- Official employer source
- Salary label
- SalaryDr Signal
- First seen
- 3 mo ago
- Last verified
- 4 days ago
- Extraction confidence
- 88%
Full description
Advancing Trauma Care. Leading Central Iowa.
MercyOne is seeking a full-time, fellowship-trained Trauma Surgeon to join busy team at high volume Level II Trauma Center. The opportunity offers a comprehensive scope of emergency general services, trauma care and acute surgical services within a fast-paced environment. J1 and H1B applicants encouraged to apply.
Job Opportunity Details
- Join a team of 6 Physicians and 12 APPs
- 15 shifts per month; combination of days and nights
- 1 clinic day per week
- Unrestricted shared night EGS back up call
- Full scope of Trauma role (OR, Rounding, Clinic and Critical Care)
- Robotics incorporated into acute care surgery
- 16 Bed CSICU co-managed with Pulmonary and Critical Care
- General Surgery Residency Adjunct Faculty
- EMR: EPIC
Competitive Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $504,797
- Recruitment Incentive: $150,000
- Moving allowance up to $15,000
- Annual CME allowance of $6,000
- Malpractice with tail coverage
- Retirement options (403B with match + 457B)
- Benefits begin day one
Living in Des Moines, IA!
- 4th most livable metro in the U.S
- A cost of living that is 17% lower than the national average
- Outstanding schools and safe neighborhoods
- Variety of attractions, recreational and cultural entertainment
- Abundance of parks and outdoor recreation
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center established in 1893, has been a leading Catholic Medical Center in Des Moines, IA. It is a Level II Trauma and Primary Stroke Center, one of Iowa’s largest full-service multi-specialty hospitals with 875 beds and more than 800 physicians across 30 specialties. Renowned for its comprehensive healthcare offerings and commitment to patient-centered care, it offers specialized services, including Emergency and Trauma Care, Heart and Vascular Care, Cancer Care, Neurology and Neurosurgery, Surgery and Rehabilitation. With Integration of comprehensive services, skilled professionals, advanced technology and patient centered care, MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center continues to be Iowa’s leading healthcare Center. MercyOne Des Moines Trauma Center | MercyOne
Be at the forefront of trauma care innovation in Central Iowa, helping to grow programs, refine clinical pathways, and strengthen regional access.
To Learn More Contact:
Cory Pulido, Provider Recruiter
cory.pulido@mercyone.org
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.