Breast Surgery - Physician - Des Moines
Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join UnityPoint Health as a Breast Surgeon – Des Moines, IA in United States. Overview UnityPoint Clinic is actively recruiting for a Breast Surgeon to join our team in Des Moines, IA. Choose a career that matters at UnityPoint Health.
Key Responsibilities
- site chemotherapy infusion center Da Vinci Xi Robotic platform available Participate in clinical trials and cutting
- edge research Robust operational support and resources in collaborating work environment Experienced staff, both clinical and non
- clinical, who know the patients and the community Fully integrated system with clinics and hospitals on EPIC EMR to improve care coordination
Requirements
- B cap exempt) J
- 1 waiver sponsorship available We offer Initial 2
- year salary guarantee with ability to exceed on an innovative
Benefits & Compensation
- Malpractice insurance covered.
- Student loan repayment assistance.
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
- Visa sponsorship available.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with UnityPoint Health in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Overview
This Breast Surgery - Physician - Des Moines position at UnityPoint Health includes the following lifestyle factors: no on-call duties, no weekend requirements. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.
Surgery — Physician Career Context
This Surgery position at UnityPoint Health is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Des Moines, Iowa.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Breast surgery, Oncology, Multidisciplinary tumor boards, Robotic surgery, Da Vinci Xi, Clinical research, EPIC EMR, Patient care. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Surgery role.
Core responsibilities: The breast surgeon will join a multidisciplinary oncology team to provide state-of-the-art care at the John Stoddard Cancer Center. Responsibilities include participating in tumor boards, engaging in medical education, and contributing to clinical research.
Benefits package: Initial 2-year salary guarantee, Attractive incentive package, Generous time off and CME allowance, Malpractice insurance, Retirement contributions, Dedicated provider resources, Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, Health Insurance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Benefits & Perks
Protective Factors (2)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
yesterday
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