Pediatric Surgeon

UnityPoint Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

UnityPoint Health is looking for a Pediatric Surgeon to join a dynamic practice at Blank Children's Hospital in Des Moines. This role involves providing comprehensive surgical care, managing a diverse patient population, and engaging in resident training. The position offers attractive benefits, including a generous salary, paid time off, and retirement plans, within a community dedicated to inclusivity and growth.

Benefits

30 days paid time off

Health, dental, and life insurance

Fully funded Retirement Plan: 401(k) and 457(b)

Signing bonus

Occurrence-based malpractice insurance with full tail coverage

Qualifications

• Must be American or Canadian Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Surgery.
• Experience in pediatric surgical practice is essential.
• Strong surgical skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide surgical support for a full-service tertiary care pediatric hospital.
• Manage a large case volume in pediatric surgery.
• Involve in residency training and mentoring.

Skills

Surgical Skills

Pediatric Care

Team Collaboration

Education

MD or DO

Board Certified in Pediatric Surgery

Job description

Area of Interest : Physicians and Medical Residents

Job ID : 154754

Overview

Blank Children’s Hospital and UnityPoint Health (Des Moines) are seeking an American or Canadian Board Certified or Board Eligible Pediatric Surgeon to join two other Pediatric Surgeons in a robust pediatric surgery practice. Blank Children’s Hospital provides pediatric medical and surgical subspecialty care to the residents of central Iowa, a population of more than 1 million. UnityPoint Health is the nation’s fifth largest non-denominational health system and delivers patient-centered coordinated care to eight major regions in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin.

Blank Children’s Hospital shares a campus with Iowa Methodist Medical Center but maintains a distinct identity with its storied history, community outreach, and modern facility boasting 100% private rooms. The hospital has a 44-bed Level IIIB NICU, a 12-bed PICU, a 43-bed medical / surgical ward, and a flex ward with 10 ICU-equipped beds. There is a dedicated pediatric emergency department with 12 regular beds, 6 fast-track beds, and a resuscitation room. The Pediatric Surgery Clinic houses staff offices, examination rooms, a large procedure room, and a private family waiting area.

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Responsibilities

Surgical support for a full-service tertiary care pediatric hospital and complementary clinics, with a full range of pediatric medical and surgical subspecialties.

Large case volume representing the complete spectrum of pediatric surgical disease including neonatal index cases, solid tumors, and congenital and acquired diseases of the head, neck, thorax, and abdomen.

State-of-the-art surgical suites housed within Iowa Methodist Medical Center, with pediatric-appropriate open, laparoscopic, and thoracoscopic instrumentation and an active robotic program.

A Pediatric Surgery Center that separates pediatric from adult patients and provides proactive Child Life Services to every patient for every procedure. Child Life Services are an integral part of inpatient care and are available as needed in the Emergency Department and specialty clinics.

Level 2 Pediatric Trauma Care Program managed by the Adult Trauma Service in conjunction with the Level 1 Adult Trauma Care Program at Iowa Methodist Medical Center. All call coverage provided by the adult trauma surgeons, with the pediatric surgeons available for consult only as needed.

ACGME-approved General Surgery Residency program at Iowa Methodist Medical Center, with mid-level surgery residents rotating through the Pediatric Surgery Service year-round and providing first-call coverage. The hospital also hosts rotating medical students from the Carver College of Medicine at the University of Iowa. An academic appointment and research opportunities are available if desired.

Qualifications

MD or DO

American or Canadian Board Eligible or Board Certified in Pediatric Surgery

We offer : Generous salary

30 days paid time off

Health, dental, life, disability, and occurrence-based malpractice insurance (full tail coverage after 3 years)

Fully funded Retirement Plan : 401(k) Plan and 457(b) Plan

Signing bonus

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 () Des Moines is one of the fastest-growing major metros in the nation and an amazing place to call home.

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