Emergency Medicine Physician

Emergency Medicine Physician

Are you seeking a fulfilling emergency medicine position that offers exceptional pay, professional autonomy, and meaningful support to the Des Moines community while maintaining a healthy work/life balance?

Join ApolloMD at MercyOne, where you'll practice at a prestigious hospital system, sure to fit your preferences. This is your chance to be part of something bigger while still being valued as an individual.

Job Description

• 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.
• Clinician-Owned: Independent group with 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.

Facility Overview

MercyOne Newton, IA

• Annual Patient Volume: 12,000
• ED Beds: 10
• Admission Rate: 12%
• Documentation: Meditech
• Physician Daily Coverage: 24 Hours
• APC Daily Coverage: 9 Hours (Saturday, Sunday and Monday only)
• 48 Bed Facility
• Level IV Trauma Center

MercyOne Des Moines, IA

• Annual Patient Volume: 56,000 (Adult ED)
• ED Beds: 27
• Admission Rate: 30%
• Documentation: Cerner
• 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: Cerner
• Physician Daily Coverage: 24
• APC Daily Coverage: 12
• 146-bed facility

Benefits

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

Community Overview

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 and 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.