Family Medicine Physician Jobs in Missouri
Family Medicine Physician jobs in Missouri are concentrated in primary care clinics, federally qualified health centers, rural health networks, and integrated hospital systems, with steady demand at every level from recent residency graduates to experienced practitioners seeking leadership roles. The largest hiring markets are Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield, where established systems like BJC HealthCare, Mercy Health, and University of Missouri Health Care maintain active recruitment pipelines. The most consistent openings are in rural outreach programs, direct primary care practices, and hospitalist-adjacent family medicine positions. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- St. Louis, Missouri
- Physicians and Housestaff
- Days
- Full-Time
- 61210
- – / year (Salary or hourly rate is based on job qualifications and relevant work experience)
Job Description
Family Medicine Physician Opportunity | South County, Missouri
Lead. Collaborate. Build Something Meaningful.
BJC Medical Group is seeking Family Medicine Physicians to join a growing outpatient practice in South County, Missouri.
This opportunity is ideal for physicians who value autonomy, leadership, and team-based care. Rather than stepping into a fully established physician group, you'll have the unique chance to help shape the future of a growing practice while working alongside an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APP). As patient demand continues to grow, we are expanding the team with two physicians and an additional APP.
If you're energized by the opportunity to influence practice culture, support APP colleagues, and build a thriving primary care destination for the community, we'd love to connect with you.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
Shape the Future of the Practice
- Join at a pivotal stage of growth and expansion
- Help define clinical workflows, practice culture, and patient care strategies
- Have a meaningful voice in how the practice evolves
- Opportunity to build your patient panel from day one
Physician Leadership Without Administrative Burden
- Serve as a clinical leader within the practice
- Collaborate closely with APPs while practicing at the top of your license
- Influence quality initiatives and patient care delivery
- Receive organizational support from one of the region's leading health systems
Team-Based Care That Works
- Work alongside an experienced APP who is already established in the practice
- Participate in a collaborative care model focused on delivering exceptional patient outcomes
- Share knowledge, mentor colleagues, and create an environment where every team member thrives
- Benefit from dedicated clinical and operational support
Outpatient Medicine with Balance
- 100% outpatient Family Medicine
- Focus on relationship-based patient care
- No inpatient responsibilities
- Predictable schedule designed to support work-life balance
Meet a Significant Community Need
- Strong demand for primary care services in South County
- Immediate opportunity to make an impact and develop a robust patient panel
- Build long-term relationships with patients and families across generations
Career Growth and Professional Fulfillment
- Opportunity to be part of a growing practice from the ground up
- Ideal for physicians who enjoy mentoring, collaborating, and helping teams succeed
- Your leadership and clinical expertise will directly influence the success of the practice
Qualifications
- MD or DO
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine
- Eligible for Missouri medical licensure
- Passion for patient-centered care and collaborative practice
- Interest in physician leadership and practice growth
Why South County?
South County offers the convenience of suburban living with easy access to the amenities of the St. Louis region. Enjoy excellent neighborhoods, top schools, abundant parks and recreation, diverse dining options, and a welcoming community that values strong primary care physicians.
Interested in Learning More?
If you're looking for an opportunity where you can lead, collaborate, mentor, and help build a growing primary care practice, we'd love to talk with you.
Carly Soults
Physician Talent Advisor | BJC Medical Group
Carly.Soults@bjc.org
Reach out today to learn how you can help shape the future of Family Medicine in South County.
Overview
BJC Medical Group is the multi-specialty physician-led organization of BJC HealthCare and includes over 600 doctors and advanced practice providers who are affiliated with top-ranked hospitals in the Midwest region.
Since 1994, BJC Medical Group has provided access to extraordinary care in over 145 locations and over 25 specialties in the greater St. Louis, mid-Missouri and southern Illinois areas. Our providers are nationally recognized for excellent patient satisfaction, quality health care, and improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
Preferred Qualifications
Role Purpose
Ensures optimal care and promotes safety of patients admitted to assigned service in cooperation with the private attending staff and nursing staff. Communicates with staff, patients, and families.
Responsibilities
- Manages the medical care of assigned patients.
- Collaborates with patients, families, and members of the health care team to ensure excellent clinical outcomes.
- Performs and documents histories and physicals in the patient's medical record as required by hospital by-laws.
- Supervises and instructs medical students and residents assigned to service. Assists in the learning needs of residents and students as assessed.
Minimum Requirements
Education
- Doctorate
- Medicine
Experience
- 2-5 years
Supervisor Experience
- No Experience
Licenses & Certifications
- Licensed Physician
Benefits and Legal Statement
BJC Total Rewards
At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
- Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
- Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
- 401(k) plan with BJC match
- Tuition Assistance available on first day
- BJC Institute for Learning and Development
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
- Adoption assistance
To learn more, go to www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits
- Not all benefits apply to all jobs
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Physicians and Housestaff
- Days
- Full-Time
- 61210
- – / year (Salary or hourly rate is based on job qualifications and relevant work experience)
Job Description
Family Medicine Physician Opportunity | South County, Missouri
Lead. Collaborate. Build Something Meaningful.
BJC Medical Group is seeking Family Medicine Physicians to join a growing outpatient practice in South County, Missouri.
This opportunity is ideal for physicians who value autonomy, leadership, and team-based care. Rather than stepping into a fully established physician group, you'll have the unique chance to help shape the future of a growing practice while working alongside an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APP). As patient demand continues to grow, we are expanding the team with two physicians and an additional APP.
If you're energized by the opportunity to influence practice culture, support APP colleagues, and build a thriving primary care destination for the community, we'd love to connect with you.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
Shape the Future of the Practice
- Join at a pivotal stage of growth and expansion
- Help define clinical workflows, practice culture, and patient care strategies
- Have a meaningful voice in how the practice evolves
- Opportunity to build your patient panel from day one
Physician Leadership Without Administrative Burden
- Serve as a clinical leader within the practice
- Collaborate closely with APPs while practicing at the top of your license
- Influence quality initiatives and patient care delivery
- Receive organizational support from one of the region's leading health systems
Team-Based Care That Works
- Work alongside an experienced APP who is already established in the practice
- Participate in a collaborative care model focused on delivering exceptional patient outcomes
- Share knowledge, mentor colleagues, and create an environment where every team member thrives
- Benefit from dedicated clinical and operational support
Outpatient Medicine with Balance
- 100% outpatient Family Medicine
- Focus on relationship-based patient care
- No inpatient responsibilities
- Predictable schedule designed to support work-life balance
Meet a Significant Community Need
- Strong demand for primary care services in South County
- Immediate opportunity to make an impact and develop a robust patient panel
- Build long-term relationships with patients and families across generations
Career Growth and Professional Fulfillment
- Opportunity to be part of a growing practice from the ground up
- Ideal for physicians who enjoy mentoring, collaborating, and helping teams succeed
- Your leadership and clinical expertise will directly influence the success of the practice
Qualifications
- MD or DO
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine
- Eligible for Missouri medical licensure
- Passion for patient-centered care and collaborative practice
- Interest in physician leadership and practice growth
Why South County?
South County offers the convenience of suburban living with easy access to the amenities of the St. Louis region. Enjoy excellent neighborhoods, top schools, abundant parks and recreation, diverse dining options, and a welcoming community that values strong primary care physicians.
Interested in Learning More?
If you're looking for an opportunity where you can lead, collaborate, mentor, and help build a growing primary care practice, we'd love to talk with you.
Carly Soults
Physician Talent Advisor | BJC Medical Group
Carly.Soults@bjc.org
Reach out today to learn how you can help shape the future of Family Medicine in South County.
Overview
BJC Medical Group is the multi-specialty physician-led organization of BJC HealthCare and includes over 600 doctors and advanced practice providers who are affiliated with top-ranked hospitals in the Midwest region.
Since 1994, BJC Medical Group has provided access to extraordinary care in over 145 locations and over 25 specialties in the greater St. Louis, mid-Missouri and southern Illinois areas. Our providers are nationally recognized for excellent patient satisfaction, quality health care, and improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
Preferred Qualifications
Role Purpose
Ensures optimal care and promotes safety of patients admitted to assigned service in cooperation with the private attending staff and nursing staff. Communicates with staff, patients, and families.
Responsibilities
- Manages the medical care of assigned patients.
- Collaborates with patients, families, and members of the health care team to ensure excellent clinical outcomes.
- Performs and documents histories and physicals in the patient's medical record as required by hospital by-laws.
- Supervises and instructs medical students and residents assigned to service. Assists in the learning needs of residents and students as assessed.
Minimum Requirements
Education
- Doctorate
- Medicine
Experience
- 2-5 years
Supervisor Experience
- No Experience
Licenses & Certifications
- Licensed Physician
Benefits and Legal Statement
BJC Total Rewards
At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
- Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
- Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
- 401(k) plan with BJC match
- Tuition Assistance available on first day
- BJC Institute for Learning and Development
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
- Adoption assistance
To learn more, go to www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits
- Not all benefits apply to all jobs
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer
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Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Family Medicine Physician Job Market in Missouri
A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- SSM Health14
- Mercy5
- Citizens Memorial Healthcare4
- BJC HealthCare3
- DrHouse1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in family medicine physician jobs across Missouri.
- Active Missouri medical license issued by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts
- Completion of an accredited family medicine residency program of at least three years
- Board certification or board eligibility through the American Board of Family Medicine
- Valid DEA registration for controlled substance prescribing in Missouri
- Current ACLS and BLS certification in compliance with employer credentialing standards
- Experience with electronic health records systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth
Family Medicine Physician Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a family medicine physician in Missouri?
To practice as a family medicine physician in Missouri, you must obtain a medical license from the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts, which requires graduation from an accredited medical school, completion of an accredited residency in family medicine, and passing scores on the USMLE or COMLEX. Most Missouri employers also expect board certification through the American Board of Family Medicine, though board-eligible physicians completing their certification window are widely considered for hire.
How much do family medicine physicians make in Missouri?
Family medicine physicians in Missouri earn a median of about $171,180 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $69,590 for the lowest 10% to over $428,550 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire family medicine physicians in Missouri?
Employers hiring family medicine physicians in Missouri right now include SSM Health, Mercy, and Citizens Memorial Healthcare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Missouri's mix of large integrated health systems, rural federally qualified health centers, and independent multispecialty groups means openings are distributed across urban, suburban, and underserved rural markets throughout the state.
Which Missouri cities have the most family medicine physician jobs?
St. Louis, Troy, and Arnold have the highest concentration of family medicine physician openings in Missouri. Kansas City and St. Louis drive volume through their large academic medical centers and regional health systems, while Springfield's growth as a regional care hub for southwest Missouri has made it a consistently active market for primary care recruitment across Mercy and CoxHealth networks.
Are there remote family medicine physician jobs in Missouri?
Yes, but they're rare. About 14% of family medicine physician openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on, in-person nature of direct patient care. The portions of the role most likely to be performed remotely are telephone or video telehealth visits, chronic disease management follow-ups, and administrative or medical director functions within larger health systems.
How can I get hired as a family medicine physician in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to residency-to-employment pipelines at Missouri's academic health systems, particularly through University of Missouri Health Care in Columbia and Saint Louis University School of Medicine-affiliated programs, which regularly convert graduating residents into employed physicians. New graduates should also target federally qualified health centers across rural Missouri, which actively recruit physicians early in their careers and often offer loan repayment through the National Health Service Corps. Board eligibility, a clean Missouri medical license application, and documented patient volume from residency rotations are the credentials that carry the most weight at this stage.
Where can I find and apply to family medicine physician jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to family medicine physician jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings across health systems, clinics, and rural practices. Search the listings, find roles that match your specialty focus and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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