2026 Internal Medicine/Family Medicine Physician Opening- Washington, MO

Join Our Team:

At Esse Health, we believe physicians deserve a workplace where they can practice medicine the way it's meant to be-patient centered, collaborative, and supported by a culture that values innovation and work life balance.

If you're looking for a place where your ideas matter and your impact is felt every day, Esse Health is where you can truly thrive.

We are seeking a compassionate, entrepreneurial-minded Internal Medicine or Family Medicine physician to join our team as a partner, playing a key role in shaping the future, growth, and direction of our organization.

What Sets Us Apart:

• Achieve a healthy work-life balance with greater control over your practice, schedule, staff and more
• An environment free from hospital bureaucracy that allows faster decision-making and autonomy
• Collegial and supportive partners offering support, mentorship, and collaboration
• Innovative workflow solutions-including AI scribe technology-that support physician wellness, efficiency, and quality of care
• Providing 20% lower average cost of care compared to hospitals
• Resources, training on best practices, and a strong infrastructure to support patient care beyond the clinic
• Onboarding, business, and practice ramp up support provided

What We Offer:

• 3-year guaranteed salary

• Your success is in your hands

• No cap on earning potential: Physicians are earning between $350K-$750K on average

• Shareholder track

• 4 weeks paid time off, with even more flexibility as a shareholder

• Paid holidays and 5 paid days for CME

• Profit sharing: % based on years in practice, not solely with Esse Health

• 7% for 0-9 years, 11% for 10+ years

• 401k with match

• Sign-on, relocation, CME allowance, and may also be eligible for retention bonus

• Available benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long/Short Term Disability, Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account, Fraud Protection, Legal, Pet and other miscellaneous

Practice Details:

• Take over a retiring physician's practice in 2026, with an overlap period to allow for mentorship, collaboration, and a smooth handoff of patients-ensuring continuity of care and strong patient retention

• Collaborate with 2 Family Medicine Physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, Medical Assistants, an Office Manager, and additional support staff

• Value-based, longitudinal care practice with Medicare Advantage panel management, providing high-quality, coordinated care to improve outcomes and reduce costs

• Care Management resources available, extending care outside of the clinic

• Choose either an outpatient-only model or a traditional clinic-plus-inpatient model that utilizes hospitalists

• Monday- Friday: No nights, weekends, or holidays

• Clinic Hours:

• Monday- Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

• Call: low volume and phone only, 1:3 weeks

• See 16-20 patients per day on average

• Opportunity to incorporate sub-specialty care and mentor medical students and residents if desired

• Flexibility to focus on clinical areas of interest (e.g., ADHD, mental health, women's health, LGBTQ+ care, and more)

• NextGen EMR

• AI scribe technology and Dragon dictation available

About Esse Health, a Surround Care Company:

• Physician-owned and managed for over 30 years
• Independent, multi-specialty group: Allergy & Immunology, Child Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Urology
• 150 providers across 40 locations in the St. Louis metro area and surrounding communities, from Shiloh, IL to Washington, MO
• Disease Management Programs: Diabetes, Heart Failure, COPD, Obesity, Palliative C.A.R.E Program, Wellness Program
• Care Management support team includes In-Practice Health Coaches, Dietitians, Home Health, Transition Care, Memory Care, Behavioral Health Referral process, Facility Case managers, Hospice/ Palliative Care, Fit Kits, and much more
• Hospital at Home Services: Home Care, Home Medical Equipment, Pharmacy, Lab, Infusion Pharmacy, Imaging, EMS Transport, Remote Monitoring and more
• Practice Support Services: EMR (NextGen), Care Management, Lab, Corporate Development, IT, Ins/Patient Accts, Clinical Programs, Credentialing, Human Resources, Coding/Compliance, Quality, Practice Operations, Finance/Accounting, Purchasing, In-House Legal, Marketing, and Hospital at Home

Why Physicians Love Living & Working in Washington, MO:

Washington, Missouri offers physicians the rare opportunity to build a rewarding medical career without sacrificing quality of life. Just 45 minutes west of St. Louis, this growing riverfront community blends affordability, strong healthcare infrastructure, and a warm, family-friendly environment-making it an ideal place to live, practice, and thrive.

Exceptional Quality of Life

• Safe, welcoming community with a vibrant downtown full of restaurants, festivals, markets, and locally owned shops.
• Beautiful parks, riverfront trails, outdoor concerts, and year-round family events create a true sense of belonging.
• Short commute times and easy navigation mean more time for family, hobbies, and rest.

Affordable Living That Supports Work-Life Balance

• Cost of living well below national averages-your income goes significantly further here.
• Wide range of housing options, from charming historic homes to new construction at prices far more attainable than major metros.
• Lower everyday expenses: groceries, utilities, childcare, and transportation.

A Community That Feels Like Home

• Signature events-BBQ festivals, wine events, art fairs, holiday parades, riverfront concerts-bring the town together.
• Excellent local schools, youth programs, and career opportunities make it a great place to raise a family.
• Warm, authentic Midwestern hospitality makes it easy to connect and get involved.

Population Snapshot

• This balanced population size creates the perfect environment for physicians-large enough to support high-quality healthcare services, yet small enough to maintain meaningful patient relationships and a community feel.
• Washington's estimated population is 16,000
• Franklin County's population is estimated at 108,500

The Bottom Line for Physicians

• Washington, MO offers the best of both worlds: a rewarding clinical career and an exceptional lifestyle. Physicians move here for the professional opportunities-and stay because of the people, the community, and the quality of life that's hard to match.

Washington Visitor Guide

Requirements:

• MD or DO
• Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible with plans to certify (AB or AOA)
• Missouri licensed or eligible to obtain licensure in Missouri

To apply or learn more, contact:

Kathy Berry

Physician Recruiter

kberry@essehealth.com

314-851-1033

Schedule a time to meet!