About this opportunity
Kerix lists this Supervisory Direct Primary Care Physician opportunity in columbia township, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Supervisory Direct Primary Care Physician
Join a Growing Direct Primary Care Practice in Columbia, Missouri
Big Tree Medical is seeking a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician to join our Columbia, Missouri practice as a Direct Primary Care Physician and Supervisory Physician , overseeing a team of approximately six Nurse Practitioners.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join an established and thriving Direct Primary Care organization known for delivering highly personalized, relationship-based care. As patient demand continues to grow, we are expanding our physician team to increase access while preserving the quality, continuity, and meaningful patient relationships that define our model.
We're looking for a physician who enjoys practicing broad-scope primary care, values strong relationships with patients, and is excited to mentor and support a collaborative team of Nurse Practitioners. If you're seeking an environment that prioritizes quality over volume, offers the time and autonomy to care for patients thoughtfully, and values teamwork and culture, we'd love to connect with you.
About Big Tree Medical
Founded in 2017 by Dr. Adam Wheeler, Big Tree Medical is a membership-based Direct Primary Care organization built on the belief that healthcare should be personal, accessible, and affordable. Through our membership model, providers care for smaller patient panels, spend more time with patients, and practice medicine without the administrative burdens and productivity pressures often associated with traditional insurance-based care.
Headquartered in Columbia, Missouri, with additional locations across central Missouri, Big Tree Medical provides comprehensive primary care along with services such as hormone replacement therapy, medical weight management, and longevity-focused care. Our team is known for its collaborative, entrepreneurial culture and shared commitment to building meaningful relationships with patients and one another.
Big Tree Medical is part of KerixHealth , a physician-led healthcare organization dedicated to expanding access to relationship-based care through innovative primary care, urgent care, and employer-sponsored health services. Backed by the strength and resources of a growing organization, Big Tree Medical maintains the culture, autonomy, and patient-first philosophy that make Direct Primary Care so rewarding for both providers and patients.
Why This Opportunity Is Different
Join an established and growing Direct Primary Care practice in Columbia, Missouri
No call responsibilities
Predictable schedule with four clinical days and one administrative day each week
Serve as Supervisory Physician for approximately six Nurse Practitioners
Smaller patient panels and longer appointment times
Focus on patient care, prevention, and outcomes rather than RVUs
Broad-scope primary care with clinical autonomy
Collaborative, physician-led culture with strong provider support
Opportunity to help shape the continued growth of a successful organization
Stable, established practice with a proven Direct Primary Care model
Provide comprehensive primary care services, including preventive care, chronic disease management, acute care, and care coordination
Build long-term relationships with patients and deliver highly personalized, accessible care
Serve as Supervisory Physician for approximately six Nurse Practitioners in accordance with Missouri collaborative practice requirements
Provide clinical mentorship, oversight, and support to advanced practice providers
Collaborate closely with the clinical and operational teams to ensure an exceptional patient experience
Practice broad-scope medicine and serve as a trusted partner in patients' long-term health and wellness
Qualifications
Required
MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
Active Missouri medical license or ability to obtain prior to start date
Strong commitment to evidence-based medicine and high-quality patient care
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Passion for patient-centered primary care
Professional malpractice history in good standing
Willingness and ability to serve as a Supervisory Physician under Missouri collaborative practice requirements
Preferred
Experience in Direct Primary Care, concierge medicine, primary care, or other relationship-based care models
Previous experience supervising or collaborating with Nurse Practitioners or other Advanced Practice Providers
Comfort managing a broad range of primary care conditions independently
Interest in practice growth and innovation
Community-oriented mindset and commitment to building lasting patient relationships
Working Hours
Monday through Friday
Four clinic days per week
One dedicated administrative day per week
No call
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About Kerix
Kerix is a healthcare organization focused exclusively on membership-based medicine. We believe healthcare should be personal, accessible, and proactive—and that stronger relationships between clinicians and patients lead to better care and better outcomes.
Kerix operates through two business units:
KerixHealth owns and operates Direct Primary Care clinics across the country, providing patients with more time with their care teams, convenient access, and a proactive approach to their health. Our organization includes KerixHealth and AdvocateMD.
Specialdocs Consultants helps physicians transition from traditional fee-for-service medicine to concierge medicine, creating more sustainable and relationship-centered practices.
Across our organization, we are united by a shared mission: to restore healthcare by putting people back at the center of care. Our model emphasizes same- or next-day appointments, longer and more meaningful visits, direct access to care teams, preventive care, transparent pricing, and coordination throughout the healthcare journey.
Kerix is headquartered in Austin, Texas, with teams and practices located across the country. Learn more at Kerix.com .
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