EM Opportunity | Brand New ED + Work-Life Balance | 12 -12's

Citizens Memorial Hospital (CMH) in Bolivar, Missouri, is recruiting a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Emergency Medicine Physician to join our high-performing team. This is a rare opportunity to practice in a newly expanded, 29-bed Emergency Department within a physician-led health system that prioritizes flexibility, teamwork, and sustainability.

If you’re looking for a rewarding EM role with professional autonomy, a predictable schedule, and the ability to truly connect with your patients—CMH delivers.

Position Highlights

• Flexible Scheduling: Standard 144 hours/month with options to tailor shift combinations

• Majority Day or Swing Shifts available

• New 29-Bed Emergency Department Opening in March 2026: Expanded from 12 beds to improve patient flow and care

• Balanced Volumes: Sustainable pace with strong nurse and tech support

• 24/7 Hospitalist Support: No overnight admits required by ED physicians

• Physician Quality Bonus: Annual opportunity for performance-based incentives

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary + Sign-On Bonus

• Residency/Training Stipends

• Student Loan Assistance:

  • PSLF-eligible site

  • In-house loan concierge available

• Relocation Assistance

• Comprehensive Benefits:

  • Health, dental, life, and malpractice with tail coverage

  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

  • Generous Annual CME Allowance

Why Emergency Physicians Choose CMH

• 97% Physician Retention Rate

• Ranked in the Top 10% Nationally for Physician Satisfaction

• Physician-Led System: You have a voice in shaping your practice

• Collaborative and supportive team culture—no burnout, no silos

• Financially strong and actively expanding to meet regional needs

Why Bolivar, Missouri?

• Safe, affordable town just 30 minutes from Springfield

• <2.5 hours to Kansas City with regional airport access in 25 minutes

• Excellent schools, low cost of living, and year-round outdoor recreation: lakes, rivers, trails, and more

Step Into the EM Role You’ve Been Looking For

If you’re ready to practice emergency medicine in a setting where your time, training, and well-being are respected, we’d love to meet you. Call or text Alyson today to schedule a confidential conversation.

• Build meaningful relationships with your patients and the communities you serve
• Experience an outstanding quality of life in a supportive, collaborative environment
• Convenient access to Springfield and Kansas City, MO, with just a 25-minute drive to the nearest airport
• Enjoy a very low cost of living, making this an ideal place to live and practice medicine

Our 97% physician retention rate and high physician satisfaction (ranking in the top 10% nationally) are a testament to our supportive leadership and commitment to physician autonomy. At CMH, we empower our physicians to practice medicine the way they were trained, with a voice in operational decisions and the future direction of our organization.

Nestled near the scenic Ozarks in Southwest Missouri, Bolivar is a thriving community with a rich history and a strong sense of identity. Bolivar offers a great quality of life with access to beautiful lakes, rivers, parks, and hiking trails. The area also boasts numerous opportunities in healthcare, education, and business. Located just 25 minutes from the nearest airport, Bolivar is an ideal place for both work and play.