Internal Medicine Physician

Physician – Internal Medicine | $150–$155/Hour | Locums with Potential for Permanent Hire | Hermitage, MO Location: Hermitage, MO Pay Rate: $150–$155/hour Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Assignment Length: 6-Month Locum Assignment with Potential for Permanent Hire Setting: Outpatient Community Health Center (FQHC) Position Overview An outpatient community health center in Hermitage, MO is seeking an Internal Medicine Physician for a locum assignment with the potential to transition into a permanent position. This opportunity offers a collaborative, mission-driven practice environment focused on delivering high-quality outpatient care to a diverse patient population, primarily adults. Built with physician work-life balance and continuity of care in mind, this role features a predictable weekday schedule, outpatient-only setting, strong Nurse Practitioner support, and a manageable daily patient census to help support sustainable, high-quality patient care. This is an excellent opportunity for an Internal Medicine physician seeking meaningful community impact, strong clinical collaboration, and long-term career potential within an established FQHC environment. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive outpatient internal medicine care to primarily adult patients Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions Manage patient panels with a focus on continuity of care, preventative medicine, chronic disease management, and long-term health outcomes Collaborate closely with Nurse Practitioners and interdisciplinary clinical staff to support coordinated patient care Utilize MediTech Expanse for documentation, care coordination, and patient management Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical records Educate patients on treatment plans, preventative care, chronic disease management, and long-term wellness strategies Requirements Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine required Active Missouri medical license required (or ability to obtain) BLS certification required DEA and CSR required Experience with MediTech Expanse EMR required Minimum 1 year of physician experience required Why This Opportunity Competitive hourly compensation with transparent scheduling expectations Monday–Friday daytime schedule supporting strong work-life balance Outpatient-only setting with no inpatient responsibilities Manageable daily census of approximately 18–20 patients to support quality patient care and reduce burnout risk Collaborative clinical environment with Nurse Practitioner support and team-based care Opportunity to build continuity with patients in a community-focused setting Potential pathway to permanent employment for long-term career growth and stability Additional Details Average daily census: 18–20 patients Support staff includes Nurse Practitioners Outpatient-only FQHC setting Mix of full-time and float coverage needed What Candidates Can Expect We value transparency throughout the hiring process. Candidates can expect clear communication regarding scheduling expectations, patient volumes, coverage needs, clinical workflow, and assignment details to help determine whether this opportunity aligns with their professional and personal goals. Apply Today If you are seeking a well-supported outpatient Internal Medicine locum opportunity with a manageable patient census, predictable weekday schedule, collaborative clinical environment, and the potential for long-term career growth, apply today to learn more. Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $150 - $155 Hourly Bonus/Commission: No