Job Information
UnityPoint Health Physician - Emergency Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa
Area of Interest: Physicians and Medical Residents
Job ID: 136164
Overview
Blank Children’s Hospital is actively recruiting for a Physician to join our Emergency Medicine team in Des Moines, IA. Choose a career that matters at UnityPoint Health. At UnityPoint Health, we believe that our patient-centered vision and physician-driven philosophy, along with our one team approach, ensures every patient k nows just how much they matter to this world. Commitment to our team has earned us recognition as a Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Healthcare and among America’s Best Employers By State in Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin. Come be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. At UnityPoint Health, you matter.
Blank Children’s Hospital
Blank Children's Hospital, a service of UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, is completely dedicated to meeting the unique health care needs of children. Blank Children's is a 108-bed environment that embraces and encourages families to be a part of their child's healing and recovery. Everything from equipment to decor is designed specifically for children.
General
28,000+ patient visits/year
Certified Level II Pediatric Trauma Center
Fully dedicated Peds ED with Pediatric Transport
Serves as the primary PED teaching site for pediatric and family practice residents as well as medical students
24/7 PEM coverage with 29 shift hours of double and triple coverage
Full integrated system with clinics and hospitals on EPIC
Responsibilities
Staff the Blank Pediatric Emergency Department in primary 8 hour shifts, providing 1,392- 1,656 shift hours of coverage each calendar year
Shift hours vary by certification
Pediatric Emergency Med Physician, General Pediatrician, or Emergency Medicine Physician with Pediatric interest
Ability to work as a team member to improve the health of the people and communities we serve
Evaluates, interprets and coordinates information to make decisions and recommendations regarding patient care
Patient-focused, friendly and willing to collaborate in a team environment
Excellent communication (written and verbal), analytical and problem-solving skills
Qualifications
MD or DO
Board Eligible or Board Certified
Hold current and unrestricted state and federal authority to prescribe and administer medications as necessary or appropriate to the physician’s field of practice
Eligible to work in the United States (H1-B cap exempt)
We offer:
Attractive incentive package
Signing Bonus
A competitive Total Rewards (https://uphtotalrewards.com/) program offers benefits that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what stage of life you are in.
Generous time off and CME allowance, malpractice insurance, retirement contributions and more
Dedicated provider resources to positively impact providers work-life balance
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, including a free third-party service for loan restructuring and consolidation.
A commitment to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
Support and development opportunities (https://www.unitypoint.org/clinics/provider-well-being-and-leadership-development.aspx) that are a crucial part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
A culture (https://www.unitypoint.org/our-culture.aspx) guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what’s right for the people we serve.
Community Details:
Greater Des Moines (DSM) is a community that invests in itself, that is powered by multi-national corporations and also supports small, locally owned businesses. DSM is a community committed to cultivating an inclusive, equitable environment for people of all background. Whether you’re looking for vibrant, urban living or a fresh start in the surrounding suburbs, Greater Des Moines (DSM) has many communities to call home. Learn why (https://www.dsmpartnership.com/) Des Moines is one of the fastest-growing major metros in the nation and an amazing place to call home.