Live and Work Where Life Feels Balanced: 2026 Internal Medicine/Family Medicine Physician Opening- Washington, MO

Esse Health • Washington, MO

2d • $350,000 - $750,000 • Onsite

About The Position

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 control over your practice, schedule, staff and more Collegial and supportive partners offering support, mentorship, and collaboration Onboarding, business, and practice ramp up support provided Resources, training on best practices, and a strong infrastructure to support patient care beyond the clinic An environment free from hospital bureaucracy that allows faster decision-making and autonomy 20% lower average cost of care compared to hospitals What We Offer: Shareholder track 3-year guaranteed salary No cap on earning potential: Physicians are earning between $350K-$750K 4 weeks paid time off, paid holidays, and 5 paid days for CME, with even more flexibility as a shareholder 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, and CME allowance 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 panel in 2026 and join 2 Family Medicine Physician partners, 2 Family Nurse Practitioners, Medical Assistants, an Office Manager and additional support staff 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. Schedule: 4.5 days patient care with .5 days set aside for administrative work Call: low volume and phone only, 1:3 weeks See 16-20 patients per day on average Ability to incorporate sub-specialty care Provide evidence-based and value-based care Medicare Advantage panel management, providing high-quality, coordinated care to improve outcomes and reduce costs is large focus of practice Fee for Service/Commercial patient care also provided NextGen EMR 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

Responsibilities

• Take over a retiring physician's panel in 2026
• Choose either an outpatient-only model or a traditional clinic-plus-inpatient model that utilizes hospitalists
• Provide evidence-based and value-based care
• Medicare Advantage panel management, providing high-quality, coordinated care to improve outcomes and reduce costs
• Fee for Service/Commercial patient care

Benefits

• Shareholder track
• 3-year guaranteed salary
• No cap on earning potential: Physicians are earning between $350K-$750K
• 4 weeks paid time off, paid holidays, and 5 paid days for CME, with even more flexibility as a shareholder
• 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, and CME allowance
• Available benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long/Short Term Disability, Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account, Fraud Protection, Legal, Pet and other miscellaneous

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree