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Surgical Oncology - Physician - Des Moines - $200,000 Bonus

Trinity Health·Des Moines, Iowa

$470,000 - $470,000/yr·Full Time·On Site·10+
·Posted 8 days ago
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About the role

The physician will join an established team to expand the statewide cancer service line, focusing on surgical oncology in central Iowa and the tertiary service area. Responsibilities include performing complex procedures like solid tumor surgery, cytoreduction with HIPEC, major GI resections, and utilizing the DaVinci Xi robotic platform.

Employment Type

  • Full time
  • Shift:
  • Description: MercyOne Iowa is seeking a fellowship-trained, board-certified Surgical Oncologist to join our team of a surgical oncologist and an advanced practice provider. We are looking for a dynamic, collaborative physician who is passionate about innovation and eager to support in expanding our well-established statewide cancer service line, shaping the future of surgical oncology 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
  • 2-year income guarantee $600,000
  • Recruitment Incentive $200,000
  • Moving allowance up to $15,000
  • Paid malpractice with tail coverage
  • 403B with match and 457B savings plan
  • CME annual allowance up to $6,000
  • Day One benefit MercyOne Cancer Center is certified by American College of Surgeons - Commission on Cancer, NAPRC, and NABC with treatment decisions guided by multidisciplinary tumor board discussions. It is a cornerstone of comprehensive cancer care in Iowa, delivering advanced treatment options through an integrated network that emphasizes quality, innovation, and compassionate care. At the heart of our mission is the commitment to provide patients with exceptional outcomes through leading-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 to evidence-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, and targeted 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 job market. Spend Saturdays at the nationally renowned Downtown Farmers' Market and afternoons strolling in the Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Bike to the job you love and come home to the community of friends and family. Enjoy abundant trails for walking, running and biking. Surrounding suburbs are known for top-notch schools, clean and safe neighborhoods. Cultural events, music and art festivals, the Iowa State Fair and Iowa Cubs games at Principal Park are just a few attractions Des Moines has to offer. This is a place where culture flourishes and opportunities can grow, where a work/life balance can be achieved, where education is unmatched and award-winning arts and entertainment is always just around the corner. Live life without compromise. 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.

Requirements

Candidates must be fellowship-trained and board-certified Surgical Oncologists eager to support innovation and service line expansion. J-1 and H-1B visa candidates are explicitly welcomed to apply for this full-time position.

  • postgraduate degree
  • EPIC EMR
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Minimally Invasive Techniques
  • HIPEC
  • Solid Tumor Surgery
  • Cytoreduction
  • Major GI Resections
  • Thyroidectomy
  • Parathyroidectomy
  • Whipple
  • Wide Local Excision
  • SLN Mapping
  • DaVinci Xi Robotic Platform
  • General Surgery Residency Faculty
  • Robotic-Assisted Techniques

Benefits

  • Paid malpractice with tail coverage
  • 403B with match
  • 457B savings plan
  • CME annual allowance

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
10+
Salary
$470,000 - $470,000/yr
Location
Des Moines, Iowa
Posted
Jul 20, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Trinity Health

With more than 11,000 employees in more than 185 locations, St. Peter’s Health Partners is the Capital Region’s largest and most comprehensive not-for-profit integrated health care network, which provides high-quality, compassionate, and sophisticated care to thousands of people...

Salary listed on 120 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Surgical oncology role in Iowa

Surgical oncology roles in Iowa are often competitive because hospitals need fellowship-trained, board-certified specialists who can support complex cancer care and service line growth. This position stands out for welcoming J-1 and H-1B candidates and offering malpractice coverage with tail, retirement savings options, and CME support; the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. If you are considering applying, confirm the practice mix, call expectations, and how the role supports innovation before submitting.

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