Physician - Anesthesiology

About the Team

Vituity is a 100% physician-owned partnership led by frontline physicians who are all equitable owners. Our ownership model provides autonomy, local control, and a national system of support, allowing you to focus your attention where it matters most—on your patients. We cultivate an environment where passion thrives and success comes through shared purpose. Founded on a "culture of brilliance," we value team accomplishments over individual achievements, leveraging our collective strengths to make a positive impact in local communities.

With opportunities at 890 practices across the country serving 14.5 million patients annually, Vituity offers a unique mobility: if you ever need to move, you can take your job with you. You are backed by a best-in-class corporate healthcare team and supported by the broad peer-level expertise of 6,000 Vituity clinicians.

About the Role

We are seeking Board Eligible or Certified Anesthesiology Physicians to join the team at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. This role offers the opportunity to practice in a Level II Trauma Center with over 800 licensed beds, handling over 10,000 surgery cases and 2,500 OB cases per year. The position covers cardiac, pediatric, and general anesthesia specialties.

As a partner from day one, you will enjoy financial transparency, a comprehensive benefits package including profit distribution, and multiple career development opportunities. The practice features a moderately low call burden with first and second call every two weeks, followed by a day off, alongside flexible scheduling. You will be part of an integrated healthcare team unified by the common purpose of transforming healthcare to improve lives.

The Community

Des Moines, Iowa, is a vibrant and growing city that blends Midwestern charm with modern energy, making it a fantastic place to live and work. As the capital city, it boasts a thriving job market, particularly in healthcare and tech. Residents enjoy a rich cultural scene with attractions like the Des Moines Art Center, the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and the historic East Village. The city comes alive with events such as the Iowa State Fair, one of the country's largest and most celebrated.

Just a short drive away, you'll find outdoor escapes like Gray's Lake Park and Saylorville Lake. Des Moines experiences all four seasons, offering snowy winters and warm summers. Centrally located in the Midwest, it is within reach of other major cities, and sports fans enjoy easy access to NFL, NBA, and NHL games in nearby Minneapolis, Kansas City, and Chicago.

Equal Opportunity

Vituity does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other basis protected by law. We are committed to complying with all applicable national, state, and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.

Application Instructions

Qualified candidates may apply directly. Please note that Vituity accepts applications only from individual candidates; no agencies, please.