Physician - Hepatology

Hepatologist

UnityPoint Health – Des Moines | Center for Liver Disease
Des Moines, Iowa

UnityPoint Health – Des Moines is seeking a BC/BE Hepatologist to join its established Center for Liver Disease. This is an outstanding opportunity to become part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering comprehensive care for patients with acute and chronic liver disease throughout Central Iowa.

Join an experienced practice with physician and APP support, outstanding nursing staff, and access to a broad network of specialists. Enjoy an outpatient-focused practice with no call responsibilities, protected administrative time, Epic EMR, and the resources of one of Iowa's leading nonprofit health systems.

Opportunity Highlights

• Outpatient-only hepatology practice
• No weekday or weekend call
• Monday-Friday schedule (8:00 AM-4:30 PM)
• Established practice with physician and APP support
• Experienced nursing team
• FibroScan available on-site
• Epic EMR
• Approximately 12-14 patients per day
• Access to a multidisciplinary network of specialists
• 4 hours of protected administrative time each week
• Visa sponsorship available (H-1B & J-1 Waiver)

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus productivity incentive
• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• Full comprehensive benefits package
• CME allowance and paid CME time
• Retirement plan
• Malpractice coverage with tail
• 30 days PTO
• Student loan assistance / PSLF eligible
• License and DEA reimbursement

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology
• Fellowship training or significant clinical expertise in Hepatology/Transplant Hepatology preferred
• Eligible for medical licensure in Iowa

About UnityPoint Health – Des Moines

UnityPoint Health – Des Moines is one of Iowa's premier integrated nonprofit health systems, providing comprehensive care across Central Iowa. The Center for Liver Disease offers a multidisciplinary approach to diagnosing and treating complex liver conditions, working closely with gastroenterology, transplant specialists, radiology, and experienced nursing professionals to provide exceptional patient care. Physicians enjoy the support and stability of a large health system while practicing in a collegial, patient-centered environment.