MercyOne Iowa is seeking a fellowship-trained, BC/BE experienced Surgical Oncologist to join our team of a surgicaloncologist and an advanced practice provider. We are looking for a dynamic, collaborative physician who is passionate aboutinnovation and eager to support in expanding our well-established statewide cancer service line, shaping the future of surgicaloncology in central Iowa and tertiary service area of 1.5 million. J-1 and H-1B visa candidates are welcome to apply.
Opportunity Highlights
Case Mix: Solid tumor surgery, cytoreduction HIPEC,
major GI resections, thyroid/parathyroidectomy,
Whipple, and wide local excision SLN mapping
DaVinci Xi robotic platform with teaching consoles
Onsite medical imaging, lab and pharmacy
Block OR Time
Clinic 2 half days
EMR: EPIC
General Surgery Residency Faculty
Opportunity Details
Base Salary $470,000
Recruitment Incentive $150,000
Moving allowance up to $15,000
Paid malpractice with tail coverage
403B with match and 457B savings plan
CME annual allowance up to $5,000
Day One benefit
MercyOne Cancer Center is certified by American College of Surgeons - Commission on Cancer, NAPRC, and NABC withtreatment decisions guided by multidisciplinary tumor board discussions. It is a cornerstone of comprehensive cancer care inIowa, delivering advanced treatment options through an integrated network that emphasizes quality, innovation, andcompassionate care. At the heart of our mission is the commitment to provide patients with exceptional outcomes throughleading-edge therapies and a multidisciplinary approach.
Our program offers:
Comprehensive Surgical Services: Expertise in the surgical management of gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, pancreatic,and soft tissue malignancies, utilizing advanced minimally invasive and robotic-assisted techniques.
Collaborative Care Model: Surgical oncologists work closely with medical and radiation oncologists, radiologists,pathologists, and specialized oncology nurses to ensure seamless, patient-centered care.
Innovation & Research: Opportunities to participate in clinical trials, adopt emerging technologies, and contribute toevidence-based protocols that shape the future of cancer care.
Advanced Radiation Oncology: Cutting-edge therapies such as intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) and image guided radiation therapy (IGRT).
Medical Oncology Expertise: A full spectrum of systemic therapies, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, andtargeted treatments.
Integrative Oncology and Patient Support Services:Our program offers comprehensive support for patients and survivors, including dieticians, social workers, palliative and mental health care, support groups, sexual health counseling, and integrative therapies such as music, art, yoga, message, acupuncture, chiropractic care, and OMM.
Greater Des Moines is consistently ranked nationally among the best places to live with low cost of living and strong jobmarket. Spend Saturdays at the nationally renowned Downtown Farmers' Market and afternoons strolling in thePappajohn Sculpture Park. Bike to the job you love and come home to the community of friends and family. Enjoyabundant trails for walking, running and biking. Surrounding suburbs are known for top-notch schools, clean and safeneighborhoods. Cultural events, music and art festivals, the Iowa State Fair and Iowa Cubs games at Principal Park arejust a few attractions Des Moines has to offer. This is a place where culture flourishes and opportunities can grow, wherea work/life balance can be achieved, where education is unmatched and award-winning arts and entertainment is alwaysjust around the corner. Live life without compromise.
To Learn more contact:
Roger D. McMahon, Regional Director of Physician Recruitment Team
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MercyOne