Family Practice Physician Opportunity | Meramec River Community | Scenic Missouri

Community Family Medicine Physician Opportunity

Missouri Baptist Sullivan Hospital is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Family Medicine Physician to join a growing primary care practice serving Sullivan and surrounding east-central Missouri communities. Enjoy the autonomy of community medicine while benefiting from the strength, innovation, and specialist support of BJC HealthCare and Washington University School of Medicine.

Visa Sponsorship: J-1 waiver and H-1B candidates are encouraged to apply, subject to eligibility and organizational approval.

Why Physicians Choose Sullivan

Flexible Practice Model

Supportive Leadership with a True "One Team" Culture

Brand-New Medical Office Building

Two-Year Guaranteed Compensation

Minimal Call Responsibility

Epic EMR with AI Technology

Affordable Cost of Living

Easy Access to St. Louis

Exceptional Outdoor Recreation

Practice Highlights

Design the Career You Want

• Shape your practice around your interests and goals
• Control your desired patient volume
• Broad-spectrum outpatient Family Medicine
• Strong administrative and clinical support
• Collaborative physician culture
• Excellent and supportive leadership
• Opportunity to build meaningful, long-term patient relationships

Brand-New Facilities & Continued Growth

• Major hospital renovation underway
• New state-of-the-art medical office building now open
• Modern clinic space designed for efficiency and patient experience
• Growing patient demand and community investment
• Opportunity to join a thriving and expanding practice

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Financial Package

• Competitive two-year guaranteed salary
• Sign-on bonus for practicing physicians
• Commencement bonus for resident physicians
• Residency stipend available
• Student loan repayment assistance (when applicable)
• Productivity incentives after guarantee period
• Generous relocation assistance

Comprehensive Benefits

• $4,000 CME allowance plus 5 paid CME days
• 20 days ATO + 6 paid holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Enhanced physician benefits package
• Malpractice coverage with tail
• 401(k), Roth, and 457(b) retirement plans
• Up to 6% employer match

Work-Life Balance Without Burnout

• Monday-Friday schedule
• Flexible practice style, hours, and scheduling options
• Community hospital pace with excellent support
• Tertiary phone backup call only one week per year (rarely utilized)
• Leadership committed to physician wellness and success
• True "One Team" environment where physicians, APPs, nurses, and leadership work together to deliver outstanding care

The BJC & WashU Advantage

Small-town relationships. World-class resources.

BJC HealthCare

Washington University School of Medicine

As part of one of the nation's leading healthcare systems, you'll enjoy:

• Access to 230+ clinics and 14 hospitals
• Seamless specialist consultation and referral network
• Epic EMR with AI-enabled documentation tools
• Ambient note generation
• Chart summarization
• Automated inbox response assistance
• Academic-level resources without academic bureaucracy
• System-wide physician collaboration and support

Family Medicine Scope of Practice

Provide comprehensive care across the lifespan, including:

• Preventive medicine and annual wellness visits
• Chronic disease management
• Diabetes care
• Hypertension management
• Women's health
• Geriatric medicine
• Acute illness and injury treatment
• Sports and school physicals
• Medicare wellness visits
• Same-day appointments
• Continuity and relationship-based care

Why Sullivan, Missouri?

Affordable Living. Outdoor Adventure. Strong Community.

Located along Interstate 44, Sullivan offers the perfect blend of small-town living and convenient access to the St. Louis metro area.

Explore Sullivan

City of Sullivan

Meramec State Park

Community Highlights

• Safe, family-friendly community
• Excellent schools
• Low cost of living
• Affordable housing
• Easy access to St. Louis
• Short commute times
• Growing local economy
• Strong community support

Outdoor Lifestyle

Enjoy year-round recreation just minutes from home:

• Meramec River
• Meramec State Park
• Hiking and biking trails
• Fishing and kayaking
• Camping and floating
• Beautiful community golf course and country club
• Scenic Ozark landscapes

Ideal For

New graduates seeking mentorship and stability

Experienced physicians seeking greater autonomy

Physicians leaving high-cost metropolitan markets

Families seeking affordability and excellent schools

Physicians who value meaningful community connections

Providers looking for work-life balance without sacrificing compensation or resources

Practice Medicine Your Way

At Missouri Baptist Sullivan Hospital, you'll find the rare combination of physician autonomy, supportive leadership, a true One Team culture, modern facilities, and the resources of BJC HealthCare and Washington University School of Medicine.

Contact Us Today!

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