Pediatric Critical Care - Physician - Des Mones - $150,000 Recruitment Incentive
At a glance
Mid-level Recruiting & Talent Acquisition role at Trinity Health. MMCIA - MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center Central IA · full-time · $150,000–$489,412 base.
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What you'll do
- Care for critically ill children in a six-bed PICU and run rounds with the multidisciplinary team
- Coordinate with pediatric subspecialists on surgery, trauma, sedation and emergency services
- Teach and guide APPs, nursing staff, residents and students
- Share home-call duties while advancing quality improvement, patient safety and evidence-based care
What you bring
- You are board-certified or board-eligible and fellowship-trained in pediatric critical care
- You have completed fellowship training in pediatric critical care
Who this fits
This role suits a pediatric critical care physician seeking a clinical and teaching position. You’ll share home-call coverage, and J-1 and H-1B visa candidates may apply.
From the employer
Employment Type:
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Description:
MercyOne is seeking a BC/BE fellowship-trained Pediatric Critical Care Physician to join its well-established service. Serve as a vital resource for critically ill children and their families while working alongside a multidisciplinary team focused on delivering exceptional outcomes. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing community while enjoying the resources and stability of one of Iowa’s leading healthcare organizations.
Opportunity Details
- Practice in a 6-bed PICU with a dedicated procedure room
- Lead multidisciplinary rounds and manage critically ill pediatric patients
- Collaborate with pediatric subspecialists across multiple disciplines
- Support pediatric surgery, trauma, sedation, and emergency care services
- Teach and mentor APPs, nursing staff, residents, and students
- Participate in shared home-call coverage
- Champion quality improvement, patient safety, and evidence-based care
Competitive Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $489,412
- Recruitment incentive: $150,000
- Moving allowance: $15,000
- Annual CME allowance: $6,000
- Malpractice with tail coverage
- Retirement options (403B w/ 6.5% match + 457B)
- Benefits begin day one!
- J-1 and H-1B visa candidates are welcome to apply
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 outdoor trails
- Learn more at: thisisiowa.com
Why this Opportunity?
MercyOne Des Moines is composed of 4 central/southern Iowa Hospitals totaling 875 beds and managing 16 rural Hospitals. MercyOne Children’s Hospital encompasses an 8-bed PICU, 62-bed Level III NICU, a level 2 trauma 12 bed Pediatric ED, a 22-bed Medical Surgical Unit, and is supported by several subspecialties including Cardiology, Neurology, Surgery and Gastroenterology. Additionally, MercyOne Medical Center has a tertiary service of 1.5 million and its maternity care includes 15 dedicated labor suites and 40 private postpartum rooms.
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.