Internal Medicine Physician Jobs in Missouri
Internal Medicine Physician jobs in Missouri are consistently in demand, concentrated in hospital systems, large multispecialty group practices, and academic medical centers serving both urban and rural populations across the state. The heaviest hiring activity is in St. Louis, Kansas City, and Springfield, where established systems like BJC HealthCare, Saint Luke's Health System, and Mercy anchor the market. Hospital medicine, outpatient general internal medicine, and geriatrics represent the most active specialization tracks. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician
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Fulton State Hospital – Specialty Clinics/Units
600 East Fifth Street
Fulton, MO 65251
Salary- $209,502/year
FSH offers the opportunity for physicians to earn additional income through paid on call shifts. On call hours allows physicians to increase their earnings while providing essential care to our patients during after-hours.
Opportunity to earn more with board certification.
Why you’ll love this position:
Fulton State Hospital is a community of caring, skilled people, partnering with individuals challenged by mental illness to inspire healing and recovery. Through Respect, Encouragement, Compassion, Opportunity, Value, Excellence, and Responsiveness, you can contribute to individuals’ recovery and positively impact those you serve by being a team member within our Medical Department. Workload is comfortable, averaging 10 patients a day, allowing for ample time to review and discuss cases.
Responsibilities - What you’ll doWhat you’ll do:
This is a licensed position that performs professional medical care of assigned patients and may specialize in one or a combination of medical fields including primary care, acute care, internal medicine, geriatrics, and/or forensics.
Physicians will provide medical care to long term psychiatric hospital patients including sick calls, annual physicals, chronic disease management, reviewing labs, studies, and outside specialist consultations. Our relatively long-term population allows practitioners to know their patients well.
Physicians collaborate with a team of mental health experts, including psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, and treatment teams to ensure a coordinated and comprehensive approach to patient care.
Qualifications - All you need for successKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
A successful candidate should have the following:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of general and/or specialized medicine, and methods and processes utilized in diagnosing and treating a variety of diseases.
Ability to analyze and evaluate the practices, techniques, and treatment procedures employed in a particular medical specialty for effectiveness.
Typical Qualifications:
- Completion of primary care residency
- MD or DO license
Preferred Qualifications:
- Board Certified/Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
- 2 years of experience beyond residency
More reasons to love this position:
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:If you have questions about this position please contact:
Andrew Resnik, MD
Medical Director
Fulton State Hospital
Andrew.Resnik@dmh.mo.gov
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician
Job Location:
Fulton State Hospital – Specialty Clinics/Units
600 East Fifth Street
Fulton, MO 65251
Salary- $209,502/year
FSH offers the opportunity for physicians to earn additional income through paid on call shifts. On call hours allows physicians to increase their earnings while providing essential care to our patients during after-hours.
Opportunity to earn more with board certification.
Why you’ll love this position:
Fulton State Hospital is a community of caring, skilled people, partnering with individuals challenged by mental illness to inspire healing and recovery. Through Respect, Encouragement, Compassion, Opportunity, Value, Excellence, and Responsiveness, you can contribute to individuals’ recovery and positively impact those you serve by being a team member within our Medical Department. Workload is comfortable, averaging 10 patients a day, allowing for ample time to review and discuss cases.
Responsibilities - What you’ll doWhat you’ll do:
This is a licensed position that performs professional medical care of assigned patients and may specialize in one or a combination of medical fields including primary care, acute care, internal medicine, geriatrics, and/or forensics.
Physicians will provide medical care to long term psychiatric hospital patients including sick calls, annual physicals, chronic disease management, reviewing labs, studies, and outside specialist consultations. Our relatively long-term population allows practitioners to know their patients well.
Physicians collaborate with a team of mental health experts, including psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, and treatment teams to ensure a coordinated and comprehensive approach to patient care.
Qualifications - All you need for successKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
A successful candidate should have the following:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of general and/or specialized medicine, and methods and processes utilized in diagnosing and treating a variety of diseases.
Ability to analyze and evaluate the practices, techniques, and treatment procedures employed in a particular medical specialty for effectiveness.
Typical Qualifications:
- Completion of primary care residency
- MD or DO license
Preferred Qualifications:
- Board Certified/Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
- 2 years of experience beyond residency
More reasons to love this position:
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:If you have questions about this position please contact:
Andrew Resnik, MD
Medical Director
Fulton State Hospital
Andrew.Resnik@dmh.mo.gov
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What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in internal medicine physician jobs across Missouri.
- Active Missouri medical license issued by the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts
- Board certification or active candidacy in internal medicine from ABIM or AOBIM
- Completion of an accredited internal medicine residency program approved by ACGME
- Valid DEA registration and current Missouri Controlled Substance License
- Demonstrated clinical experience in inpatient or outpatient internal medicine settings
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
Internal Medicine Physician Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become an internal medicine physician in Missouri?
To practice as an internal medicine physician in Missouri, you must hold a medical degree from an accredited institution, complete an accredited internal medicine residency, and obtain a license through the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts. Most Missouri employers also require board certification through the American Board of Internal Medicine. The licensing board handles applications, verifications, and renewals, and Missouri participates in the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact for eligible physicians.
How much do internal medicine physicians make in Missouri?
Internal medicine physicians in Missouri earn a median of about $216,570 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $173,630 for the lowest 10% to over $438,090 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire internal medicine physicians in Missouri?
Companies currently hiring internal medicine physicians in Missouri include SSM Health, St. Luke's Hospital (MO), and Mercy, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Missouri's large integrated health systems and regional multispecialty groups account for the majority of consistent openings across the state.
Which Missouri cities have the most internal medicine physician jobs?
St. Louis, Chesterfield, and Columbia have the most internal medicine physician openings in Missouri. St. Louis and Kansas City drive volume through their major academic medical centers and large hospital networks, while Springfield's growth as a regional healthcare hub for southwest Missouri has made it a steadily active market for physician hiring.
Are there remote internal medicine physician jobs in Missouri?
Yes, but they're rare. Internal medicine is a hands-on clinical specialty, so the vast majority of roles require in-person patient care. About 17% of internal medicine physician openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in telemedicine, utilization review, or insurance-based case management rather than direct primary care.
How can I get hired as an internal medicine physician in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to Missouri's large health systems during or immediately after residency, as BJC HealthCare, Mercy, and Saint Luke's all recruit new graduates through structured onboarding and transitional employment programs. Hospitalist positions and employed outpatient roles at federally qualified health centers across rural Missouri are often more accessible to early-career physicians than private-practice partnerships. Completing your Missouri licensing ahead of graduation and securing board eligibility gives you a clear competitive edge in the application process.
Where can I find and apply to internal medicine physician jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to internal medicine physician jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, identify the positions that fit your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly to whichever ones match.
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