About this opportunity
ApolloMD lists this Emergency Medicine Physician opportunity in des moines, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Are you looking for a rewarding emergency medicine opportunity that combines competitive compensation, clinical autonomy, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the Des Moines community all while supporting a healthy work-life balance?
Join ApolloMD at MercyOne Des Moines, where you will flourish within a respected hospital system that values both excellence in patient care and the physicians who provide it. You ll excel within the collaborative clinical environment offering all the support, flexibility, and professional respect needed to thrive both personally and professionally.
Why Practice with ApolloMD?
ApolloMD is a physician- and APC-operated multispecialty practice that partners with top-tier hospitals, teaching institutions, and health systems. We provide a strong national network of support without sacrificing your autonomy. Our clinicians enjoy:
Clinician-Owned: Independent group no outside ownership or private equity. Full-time clinicians have the opportunity to become an owner.
Autonomy & Work-Life Balance: We believe in empowering physicians, not micromanaging them.
Clinician Support: Access to mentorship, professional development, and a network of experienced leaders.
Award-Winning Workplace: Named one of the Top 100 Workplaces for 2025 by USA Today
MercyOne Newton, IA Annual Patient Volume: 9,200
ED Beds: 10
Admission Rate: 12%
Documentation: EPIC
Physician Daily Coverage: 24 Hours
48 Bed Facility
Level IV Trauma Center
MercyOne DesMoines, IA
Annual Patient Volume: 40,000
ED Beds: 27
Admission Rate: 30%
Documentation: EPIC
Physician Daily Coverage: 66 Hours
APC Daily Coverage: 24 Hours
Hospital Beds: 802-Bed Acute Care Facility
Accredited Chest Pain and Stroke Center
Level 2 Trauma Center
Scribes
MercyOne West Des Moines Medical Center Annual Patient Volume: 16,000
ED Beds: 14
Admission Rate: 21%
Documentation: EPIC
Physician Daily Coverage: 24
APC Daily Coverage: 12
146-bed facility
A Model Designed for Flexibility & Growth
As an independent contractor, you ll benefit from:
Greater income control and special tax incentives
Freedom to customize your health benefits
Access to retirement tools like a Solo 401(k) or SEP IRA
Professional financial guidance to help you plan for long-term success
Des Moines, the capital city of Iowa, offers the best of both worlds: the big city lifestyle with a small town atmosphere. The city is filled with rich history, endless attractions for all ages, a growing number of nationally acclaimed cultural events/festivals, 76 city parks, more than 20 golf courses, miles of recreational trails, famous Broadway shows and a variety of restaurants. Des Moines is a big city that makes it easy to experience, share and see more.
Worksite address
des moines, IA, 50314, US
Who can apply
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