Academic Hospitalist - Core Faculty, Family Medicine Residency | Southwest MO

A leading integrated healthcare organization in southwest Missouri is seeking Academic Hospitalists to join its Family Medicine Residency Program as core faculty, supporting inpatient care, resident education, and program development within a community-based academic setting.

Position Highlights

• Core faculty role within a well-established 10-10-10 Family Medicine Residency Program
• Inpatient hospitalist responsibilities within a teaching environment
• Option to practice at either of two regional campus locations (~40 miles apart)
• Active involvement in resident education, supervision, and mentoring
• Opportunity to participate in curriculum development and program growth
• Focus on evidence-based, patient-centered inpatient care
• Supportive academic and clinical environment with strong institutional backing
• Academic experience preferred but not required

Benefits Package to Include

• Competitive salary
• Full comprehensive benefits package
• Paid vacation time
• CME allowance
• Relocation assistance
• Additional standard employment benefits within a large integrated health system

The Community

This region of southwest Missouri offers an appealing blend of affordability, natural beauty, and year-round recreation, making it an attractive place for physicians and families seeking a high quality of life. Residents enjoy easy access to scenic lakes, rolling hills, caves, hiking trails, and outdoor activities like boating, fishing, camping, and golfing, all within a short drive of home. The area also features a growing culinary and entertainment scene, with live music venues, theaters, local festivals, and family-friendly attractions that create a strong sense of community without the congestion of larger cities. Housing is generally affordable, commutes are short, and the pace of life is relaxed while still offering modern conveniences, healthcare, and strong schools. For added connectivity, Kansas City, St. Louis, and Tulsa are all within a few hours’ drive, giving residents access to major airports, professional sports, cultural institutions, and big-city amenities whenever desired.