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Esse Health lists this Internal Medicine Physician Openings; Create Roots in the Community Without Concerns About Relo[...] opportunity in st. louis, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Internal Medicine Physician Openings; Create Roots in the Community Without Concerns About Relocating Between Clinic Sites
Job Category : Providers
Requisition Number : DELIV
Posted : August 12, 2026
Full-Time
On-site
Locations
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All Esse Health Locations | All Esse Health Locations
St Louis, MO 63141, USA
All Esse Health Locations | All Esse Health Locations
St Louis, MO 63141, USA
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 compassionate, entrepreneurial-minded Primary Care Physicians to join our team, with 2027–2029 opportunities to take over established patient panels as physicians transition toward retirement.
What Sets Us Apart:
A transparent, collaborative culture where physicians are supported and have access to leadership
Ability to 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
Innovative workflow solutions—support physician wellness, efficiency, and quality of care
Career fulfillment and satisfaction, delivering care at a significantly lower cost than hospitals
Robust infrastructure, proven best-practice training, and transparent reporting that connect quality care with financial sustainability
What We Offer:
Your success is in your handsNo cap on earning potential; physicians are earning $350K-$750K on average
Shareholder track: eligible for shareholder consideration, typically achieved in years 4 or 5, offering pathway to ownership and long-term rewards
4 weeks paid time off, with even more flexibility as a shareholder
9 paid holidays and 5 paid days for CME
Profit sharing based on total years in practice7% for 0-9 years, 11% for 10+ years
401k with match
Eligible for Sign-on, Relocation, CME Allowance, and 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 Highlights:
Deliver proactive, relationship-based care supported by Medicare Advantage panel management and a team-based approach that improves patient outcomes, enhances care coordination, and lowers the total cost of care
Join a collaborative team of Physician partners, APPs, MAs, office managers, and support staff
Take over a retiring physician’s practice, with an overlap period to allow for mentorship, collaboration, and a smooth handoff of patients—ensuring continuity of care and patient retention
Choose either an outpatient-only model or a traditional clinic-plus-inpatient model that utilizes hospitalists
Flexibility to focus on clinical interests (ADHD, mental health, women’s health, LGBTQ+ care, etc.)
Opportunity to incorporate subspecialty care and mentor medical students and residents if desired
Schedule & Hours:
Clinic hours are Monday - FridayNo Evenings, Weekends, or Holidays
Schedule: 4.5 days patient care + 0.5 day administrative with more flexibility as a shareholder
Call:
Light outpatient phone call only; Rotated among partners and typically triaged first
Gradual onboarding ramp-up to build confidence with the EMR, patient care, flow, and coding
Target at least 18 patients/day as comfort and efficiency increase for financial success
Care Management and Hospital at Home resources available, extending care outside of the clinic
Support staff function at the top of their training, assisting with in-basket management, refills, prior auths, and care coordination
In-office procedures based on physician preference and comfort; partners available for precepting if interested in learning
On-site capabilities vary by clinic: lab, X-ray, diabetic retinopathy testing, A1c testing, COVID point-of-care testing, IV services, liquid nitrogen
Daily courier service to main Esse lab; results integrated into EMR
Additional:
Telehealth available
NextGen EMR with AI scribe technology and Dragon dictation
Lean Clinical Practice Model focused on efficiency, workflow optimization, and quality outcomes
Esse Health, a Surround Care Company:
Esse Health offers physicians a better way to practice medicine—one built on physician ownership, meaningful influence, strong operational support, and long-term career satisfaction. As a physician-owned and physician-led organization, we create an environment where physicians can focus on patient care, maintain balance, and build rewarding careers within a model designed for their success.
Unlike traditional hospital systems, Esse Health gives physicians the opportunity to shape how care is delivered while benefiting from the tools, infrastructure, and support needed to succeed. The result is a practice model that offers more voice, more balance, and a stronger connection to both patients and peers.
A Practice Model That Shapes Long-Term Satisfaction
Real influence over clinical, operational, and strategic decisions
Governance structure that values physician input
Autonomy with Support—Not Isolation Clinical decision-making led by physicians, not administrators
Centralized infrastructure and operational support designed for success
Team-based care models that protect physician time
Reduced administrative burden through technology, population health resources, and centralized services
Value-Based Care That Works for Physicians Compensation aligned with quality, sustainabilityand long-term success—not volume alone
Physicians directly benefit from the success of their practice and the organization
Continuity That Matters High-quality, outcome-focused care emphasizing prevention and whole-person health
Longitudinal relationships that foster trust and improve outcomes
A Culture of Trust, Belonging, and Respect Collaborative culture with mentorship and peer support
Accessible leadership, transparency, and shared accountability
Designed for retention, engagement, long-term growth, and balance
Meaningful work, stronger connections, lower cost of care, and better patient outcomes
Organization Overview
Physician-owned, multi-specialty group focused on high-quality, value-based, longitudinal care
More than 30 years of independence with a strong, established presence
40 outpatient clinics across the St. Louis metro area and surrounding communities
Specialties include:
Allergy & Immunology
Child Psychiatry
Family Medicine
Internal Medicine
Pediatrics
Urology
Infrastructure, transparency, and support that align quality outcomes with financial sustainability
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, Lab, Infusion Pharmacy, Imaging, EMS Transport, Remote Monitoring and more (MO only currently)
Practice Support Services: EMR, 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
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
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Worksite address
st. louis, MO, 63146, US
Who can apply
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