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Emergency Medicine Job in Des Moines, Iowa

Emergency Medicine Physician in Des Moines, IA

Company:ApolloMD

Profession/Specialty:Emergency Medicine

Location:Des Moines, Iowa, United States

Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent

Job Description

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.

Why Practice with ApolloMD?

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. Our clinicians enjoy:

  • Clinician-Owned: Independent group—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

A Model Designed for Flexibility & Growth

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

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About MercyOne Des Moines and Children's Hospital

Mercy’s Emergency Department is rated one of the best in the country in patient satisfaction. For two years in a row, Mercy has been ranked as a U.S. News & World Report Best Regional Hospital in Iowa.

Des Moines

  • 40,000 ED visits per year
  • 27 ED Beds
  • 802- Bed acute care facility
  • 51 hours daily Physician coverage
  • 24 hours daily Advanced Practice Coverage
  • Accredited Chest Pain and Stroke Center
  • Level 2 Trauma Center
  • Cerner EMR
  • ABEM /AOBEM


Children's Hospital

  • 802-Bed Acute Care Facility
  • Accredited Chest Pain And Stroke Center
  • 8,000 Pediatric Visits Per Year
  • 10 Private Pediatric Treatment Rooms
  • Level II Trauma Center And Level II Pediatric Trauma Center
  • 24 Hours Of Physician Coverage
  • 12 Hours Of Advanced Practice Coverage
  • Pediatric Transport Team
  • Child-Life Specialist
  • BC In Pediatrics With Emergency Medicine Training Or Relevant Experience.