Surgical Oncology - Physician - Des Moines

UnityPoint Health

1 day ago

Des Moines, IowaFull TimeOncology

✓ No Call✓ No Weekends

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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 Surgical Oncology Physician – Des Moines in United States. Overview UnityPoint Clinic is actively recruiting for a Surgical Oncologist 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

Surgical oncologyRobotic surgeryDa Vinci XiOncologyClinical researchTumor boardsEPIC EMRPatient careMultidisciplinary collaborationMedical education

HealthcareScience & ResearchEducationvia Icims

Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Overview

This Surgical Oncology - 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.

Oncology — Physician Career Context

This Oncology 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.

Nationally, Oncology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $380k, with the typical range spanning $290k to $520k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

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: Surgical oncology, Robotic surgery, Da Vinci Xi, Oncology, Clinical research, Tumor boards, EPIC EMR, Patient care. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Oncology role.

Core responsibilities: The surgical oncologist will join a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive cancer care and participate in tumor boards. The role also involves engaging in clinical research and teaching within ACGME residency programs.

Benefits package: Initial 2-year salary guarantee, Attractive incentive package, Generous time off, CME allowance, Malpractice insurance, Retirement contributions, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, J-1 waiver sponsorship. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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