Pulmonology - Critical Care Physician

Position Overview

A leading physician-owned and governed multi-specialty clinic in the Midwest is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Pulmonary/Critical Care/Sleep Medicine Physician to join a distinguished team. This is an opportunity to work alongside 10 board-certified physicians (8 Pulmonary/Critical Care and 2 Pulmonary/Critical Care/Sleep), 3 advanced practice providers, 5 respiratory therapists, and a highly experienced nursing staff.

Practice Highlights

• Collaborative, patient- and partner-centered environment with a progressive and collegial culture

• Full-service endoscopy lab with interventional capabilities and the flexibility to introduce innovative care approaches

• State-of-the-art Sleep Center with 6 private rooms

• Busy mixed medical-surgical ICU, covered 24/7 by senior Internal Medicine residents

• Community-based teaching hospital with residency programs in Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Family Medicine, and Pediatrics, offering teaching opportunities in ICU, pulmonary inpatient, and outpatient settings

• In-office pulmonary function testing, laboratory, and radiology (including CT)

• Hyperbaric oxygen center and opportunities to participate in research studies

• Manageable call schedule: average 1:11 onsite overnights and 1:11 weekends

• Large internal referral base with over 65 primary care providers

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary

• 401(k) profit sharing retirement plan

• Optional health, dental, long-term disability, long-term care, and term life insurance

• Flexible spending accounts

Clinic Distinctions

• Nationally recognized for exceptional quality of care and patient outcomes

• High provider satisfaction rates, with top national rankings for workplace recommendation and total earnings/benefits satisfaction

• Participation in a high-performing, clinically integrated network with proven results in reducing total cost of care, hospital admissions, and ER utilization

• Dedicated care team for patient outreach, care management, post-ER/admission monitoring, discharge follow-up, and prescription support

Location Benefits

Des Moines is a vibrant capital city with a metro population exceeding 645,000. The area offers:

• Short commute times and low cost of living

• Excellent schools and a family-friendly environment

• A picturesque setting along the Des Moines River with a variety of business, cultural, and recreational opportunities

Qualifications

• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Pulmonary/Critical Care and Sleep Medicine required

This position offers the chance to join a respected, physician-led organization with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, professional development, and work-life balance.