Monday - Friday, Primary Care, Shareholder Track, Unlimited Earning Potential

Esse Health’s physician-owned model empowers practicing physician-owners to make clinical decisions rooted in medical expertise and guided by what’s best for our patients.

Join Our Team:

We are seeking a compassionate, entrepreneurial-minded Internal Medicine or Family Medicine physician to join our team as a partner.

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

Practice Details:

• Join 2 Internal Medicine and 4 Family Medicine Physician partners, Advanced Practice Providers, Medical Assistants, an Office Manager, and additional support staff
• Outpatient only
• Clinic is open Monday - Friday, 8a - 4:30p
• Schedule: 4.5 days patient care with .5 days set aside for administrative work
• Call: low volume and phone only, 1:7 weekends, call is triaged first
• See 16-20 patients per day on average
• Ability to incorporate sub-specialty care
• Option to mentor medical students and residents if desired
• 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

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
• Sign-on, relocation, and CME allowance
• 401k with match
• Available benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long/Short Term Disability, Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account, Fraud Protection, Legal, Pet and other miscellaneous

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

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Community Information:

Population 

• South St. Louis County population of 160,000 residents: overall St. Louis metro area population is 2.8 million

Education

• Public Districts
  • Lindbergh Schools - Rated as a top-performing district in Missouri. K–12. IB program with dual- credit and national character education honors (includes 9 schools: 1 high, 2 middle, 6 elementary, and 2 early childhood)
  • Mehlville School District - Dual-credit, regional support programs, distinction performance recognition and national character education honors. Pre-K–12. (includes 19 schools)
• Private/Parochial Options 
  • Assumption Parish School – Catholic parochial school serving pre-K through 8th grade
  • St Catherine Laboure School – Roman Catholic school for K–8 
  • Abiding Savior Lutheran School – Lutheran Church-affiliated private school serving NS–8th grade
• Higher Education
  • St. Louis Community College (3 campuses)
  • Jefferson College Arnold (Community)
  • University of Missouri - St. Louis (Public)
  • Private Universities - St. Louis University, Washington University, Webster University, Maryville University, and St. Louis College of Health Careers

Recreation & Local Parks

These parks provide a mix of active and passive recreation, from walking and picnicking to golf, swimming, and ice skating

• Kennedy County Park & Recreation Complex — Outdoor Olympic-sized pool in summer and an indoor ice-skating rink in fall/winter
• Quail Creek Golf Club — Public 18-hole golf course set among rolling hills
• Suson Park — Features a working farm with live animals, fishing lake, picnic areas, and playgrounds — a family-friendly destination
• Bohrer Park and other neighborhood green spaces add to local outdoor activities

Attractions & Community Character

• Access to cultural and entertainment options throughout south St. Louis County and nearby hubs like Kirkwood, Webster Groves, and downtown St. Louis
• Seasonal community events and local gatherings in parks and recreation centers
• Close proximity to dining, shopping, and entertainment corridors along Lindbergh Boulevard and Watson Road

Neighborhoods & Living Environment

• Sappington — A classic St. Louis County suburban community with established homes, mature landscaping, and easy access to parks and schools
• Sunset Hills — Known for its larger lots, quiet streets, and access to amenities like Laumeier Sculpture Park and Sunset Hills Aquatic Facility
• Mehlville — Area subdivisions and residential streets with a blend of mid-century and newer homes

Summary

• Strong suburban schools, high homeownership, and ample parks and recreation
• A comfortable cost of living with housing values above state median but solid community value
• A family-friendly atmosphere with access to health care, golf, community recreation, and easy regional commuting

Esse Health is a physician-owned, multi-specialty healthcare organization committed to patient-centered care, prevention, and community health. With more than 100 practicing physician-owners, clinical decisions are guided by medical expertise and patients’ best interests. We emphasize preventive care, lifestyle education, coordinated team-based treatment, and value-driven healthcare.

Mission & Vision
Esse Health leads the healthcare community by placing patients and physicians at the center of health decisions. Its vision aligns with the Institute for Healthcare Improvement’s Triple Aim: improving care quality and outcomes, enhancing the patient experience through education and prevention, and managing healthcare costs through innovation and efficiency.

Organization & Services
Esse Health offers comprehensive multi-specialty care, robust disease and care management programs, hospital-at-home services, and extensive practice support infrastructure to deliver coordinated, high-quality, and accessible healthcare.

• 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 and 40 Locations in the St. Louis, MO metro area and surrounding communities 
• 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
   

Overview & Population

• City population: 280,000
• Metro area: 2.8 million
• Midwestern city with diverse neighborhoods, historic architecture, and strong community pride

Residents often highlight:

• Friendly neighborhoods and community vibes
• Blend of big-city amenities with a smaller-city feel
• A surprisingly vibrant arts and music scene
• A strong sense of local identity and pride

Cost of Living

• Lower than the U.S. average
• Housing is especially affordable compared to many large cities
• Utilities, transportation, and entertainment are reasonably priced

Neighborhoods & Lifestyle

St. Louis has many distinct neighborhoods each with character:

• Central West End – Historic buildings, restaurants, boutiques
• The Grove – Trendy, diverse arts, nightlife
• Soulard – Historic district with lively markets and nightlife
• Downtown – Cultural events, festivals, seasonal activities
• Suburbs – Webster Groves, Kirkwood, Clayton, Chesterfield offer quieter family-friendly environments with strong schools and community amenities

Schools & Universities

• Wide range of public, charter, and private K–12 schools
• Major universities & Colleges:
• Washington University in St. Louis (WashU) – Prestigious private research university with ~16 k students from across the US and world.
• Saint Louis University (SLU) – One of the oldest Catholic universities west of the Mississippi with strong programs and NCAA Division I sports.
• University of Missouri–St. Louis (UMSL) – Public research university with ~14–15 k students.
• Other institutions – St. Louis Community College, Harris-Stowe State University, Webster University, Ranken Technical College.

Attractions 

Iconic Sites

• Gateway Arch National Park 
• Forest Park (larger than Central Park)
• St. Louis Science Center (free general entry), OMNIMAX Theater, and Planetarium

Museums & Experiences

• St. Louis Zoo – World-class Zoo with free general admission
• Saint Louis Art Museum – Free general entry 
• City Museum – One-of-a-kind interactive museum/playground made from reclaimed materials
• Laumeier Sculpture Park – Outdoor sculpture grounds and walking trails 

Other Highlights

• Missouri Botanical Garden – Historic and expansive gardens
• Soulard Farmers Market – One of the oldest markets in the U.S. with local produce and festivity
• Historic Laclede’s Landing & Union Station – St. Louis Wheel (200-foot high, fully enclosed gondolas with 360-degree views of the St. Louis skyline), waterfront entertainment, attractions and more

Arts & Culture

• The Muny – Historic outdoor theater with free and ticketed summer shows
• Fabulous Fox Theatre & Powell Symphony Hall – Broadway and symphony performances
• Live music, festivals, venues, and neighborhood events year-round

Professional Sports 

• St. Louis Cardinals (MLB)
• St. Louis Blues (NHL)
• St. Louis City SC (MLS)
• St. Louis Battlehawks (UFL)

Outdoor & Recreation 

• Parks, biking and hiking trails, and walking paths throughout the city
• Forest Park, Tower Grove Park, Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House and nearby nature areas
• Over 40 golf courses including Bellerive Country Club and Norwood Hills (having hosted the PGA Championship, PGA and LPGA events, and the US Open)
• Seasonal events: camping, kayaking, festivals, parades, holiday markets, and ice skating

Travel & Transportation

Air Travel

• St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) — major airport with domestic and international flights
• Easy access to major hubs for business and leisure

Train & Bus

• Amtrak service connects St. Louis to Chicago, Texas, and other regional destinations
• Greyhound and regional bus lines serve local and interstate travel

Road Access

• Major interstates I-70, I-64, I-44, and I-55 connect St. Louis across the Midwest
• Ride-share, taxis, and car rentals widely available

Public Transit

• MetroLink light rail system connects major neighborhoods, downtown, and airport
• MetroBus network serves city and regional routes

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