Location: Des Moines & Clive, IA
Position Type: Locum-to-Perm Physician Otolaryngology
Overview Seeking an experienced Otolaryngologist (ENT) for a locum-to-permanent opportunity providing both inpatient hospital coverage and outpatient clinic care. This is a full-scope ENT practice with strong clinical support and high patient volume.
Practice Highlights Full-spectrum ENT services offered
Inpatient coverage in Des Moines and clinic coverage in Clive
Clinic + hospital-based role
High-volume practice (30+ patients/day)
Teaching opportunities available
EMR: Epic
Physician-to-nurse ratio 1:1
Ancillary staff 1:1
2 3 exam rooms per provider
Central Iowa patient population with outreach areas including Boone County, Indianola, and Pleasant Hill
Schedule & Coverage 36 patient contact hours per week
1.0 FTE
Clinic hours: Monday Friday, 7:30 AM 5:00 PM
Procedure/OR days scheduled based on availability
On-call duties required
Call shifts for hospital coverage; hourly shifts for clinic
Inpatient responsibilities included
Candidate Requirements Board Certified in Otolaryngology REQUIRED
Active IA License or IMLC (LOQ required at name clear) REQUIRED
Must be available full-time REQUIRED
Prior experience required
Clean malpractice and background REQUIRED
Must be seeking permanent placement (attestation required for locum-to-perm)
Why Des Moines, IA? Des Moines offers a strong healthcare community, affordable living, excellent schools, and easy access to both urban amenities and outdoor recreation making it an ideal place to build a long-term practice.
How to Apply Qualified ENT physicians interested in a locum-to-permanent opportunity are encouraged to submit availability, licensure details, and rate requirements for review.
