<p>Join Our Team:</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>What Sets Us Apart:</p> <ul> <li>Achieve a healthy work-life balance with control over your practice, schedule, staff and more </li><li>An environment free from hospital bureaucracy that allows faster decision-making and autonomy </li><li>Collegial and supportive partners offering support, mentorship, and collaboration </li><li>Innovative workflow solutions-including AI scribe technology-that support physician wellness, efficiency, and quality of care </li><li>20% lower average cost of care compared to hospitals </li><li>Resources, training on best practices, and a strong infrastructure to support patient care beyond the clinic </li><li>Onboarding, business, and practice ramp up support provided </li></ul> <p>What We Offer:</p> <ul> <li> <p>3-year guaranteed salary</p> </li><li> <p>Your success is in your hands</p> </li><li> <p>No cap on earning potential: Physicians are earning between $350K-$750K on average</p> </li><li> <p>Shareholder track</p> </li><li> <p>4 weeks paid time off, with even more flexibility as a shareholder</p> </li><li> <p>Paid holidays and 5 paid days for CME</p> </li><li> <p>Profit sharing: % based on years in practice, not solely with Esse Health</p> </li><li> <p>7% for 0-9 years, 11% for 10+ years</p> </li><li> <p>401k with match</p> </li><li> <p>Sign-on, relocation, CME allowance, and may also be eligible for retention bonus</p> </li><li> <p>Available benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long/Short Term Disability, Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account, Fraud Protection, Legal, Pet and other miscellaneous</p> </li></ul> <p>Practice Details:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Take over a retiring physician's panel in 2026</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with Nurse Practitioners, Medical Assistants, an Office Manager, and additional support staff</p> </li><li> <p>Choose either an outpatient-only model or a traditional clinic-plus-inpatient model that utilizes hospitalists</p> </li><li> <p>Monday - Friday: No nights, weekends, or holidays</p> </li><li> <p>Initial Schedule: 4.5 days patient care with .5 days set aside for administrative work</p> </li><li> <p>Call: low volume and phone only, 1:3 weeks</p> </li><li> <p>See 16-20 patients per day on average</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to incorporate sub-specialty care</p> </li><li> <p>Opportunities for professional development and teaching</p> </li><li> <p>Provide evidence-based and value-based care</p> </li><li> <p>Medicare Advantage panel management, providing high-quality, coordinated care to improve outcomes and reduce costs is large focus of practice</p> </li><li> <p>Fee for Service/Commercial patient care also provided</p> </li><li> <p>NextGen EMR</p> </li><li> <p>AI scribe technology and Dragon dictation available</p> </li></ul> <p>About Esse Health, a Surround Care Company:</p> <ul> <li>Physician-owned and managed for over 30 years </li><li>Independent, multi-specialty group: Allergy & Immunology, Child Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Urology </li><li>150 providers across 40 locations in the St. Louis metro area and surrounding communities, from Shiloh, IL to Washington, MO </li><li>Disease Management Programs: Diabetes, Heart Failure, COPD, Obesity, Palliative C.A.R.E Program, Wellness Program </li><li>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 </li><li>Hospital at Home Services: Home Care, Home Medical Equipment, Pharmacy, Lab, Infusion Pharmacy, Imaging, EMS Transport, Remote Monitoring and more </li><li>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 </li></ul> <p>Why Physicians Love Living & Working in Washington, MO:</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Exceptional Quality of Life</p> <ul> <li>Safe, welcoming community with a vibrant downtown full of restaurants, festivals, markets, and locally owned shops. </li><li>Beautiful parks, riverfront trails, outdoor concerts, and year-round family events create a true sense of belonging. </li><li>Short commute times and easy navigation mean more time for family, hobbies, and rest. </li></ul> <p>Affordable Living That Supports Work-Life Balance</p> <ul> <li>Cost of living well below national averages-your income goes significantly further here. </li><li>Wide range of housing options, from charming historic homes to new construction at prices far more attainable than major metros. </li><li>Lower everyday expenses: groceries, utilities, childcare, and transportation. </li></ul> <p>A Community That Feels Like Home</p> <ul> <li>Signature events-BBQ festivals, wine events, art fairs, holiday parades, riverfront concerts-bring the town together. </li><li>Excellent local schools, youth programs, and career opportunities make it a great place to raise a family. </li><li>Warm, authentic Midwestern hospitality makes it easy to connect and get involved. </li></ul> <p>Population Snapshot</p> <ul> <li>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. </li><li>Washington's estimated population is 16,000 </li><li>Franklin County's population is estimated at 108,500 </li></ul> <p>The Bottom Line for Physicians</p> <ul> <li>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. </li></ul> <p>Washington Visitor Guide</p> <p>Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>MD or DO </li><li>Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible with plans to certify (AB or AOA) </li><li>Missouri licensed or eligible to obtain licensure in Missouri </li></ul> <p>To apply or learn more, contact:</p> <p>Kathy Berry</p> <p>Physician Recruiter</p> <p>kberry@essehealth.com</p> <p>314-851-1033</p> <p>Schedule a time to meet!</p>