Medical Doctor Jobs in Mississippi

Medical Doctor jobs in Mississippi are concentrated in hospital systems, rural health clinics, and federally qualified health centers, with strong demand for primary care, internal medicine, and emergency medicine specialists. Jackson, Hattiesburg, and Gulfport lead hiring activity, anchored by employers like the University of Mississippi Medical Center, Forrest General Hospital, and Singing River Health System. Physician shortages across the state's rural counties create sustained openings at every career stage, from residents completing training to attending physicians seeking leadership roles. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles12
Top employerUniversity of Mississippi Medical Center
Top cityJackson, MS
Cities hiring7
Work type78% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Physician, Emergency Medicine – Telemedicine Opportunity – DrHouse
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Physician, Emergency Medicine – Telemedicine Opportunity – DrHouse
DrHouse
Gulfport, Mississippi
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physicians
$100 - $200/hr
Remote (US)

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Family Medicine Physician
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Family Medicine Physician
Commercial Property JFK
Biloxi, Mississippi
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
On-Site
Doctoral degree

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Physician - Intervention Radiology - Part-Time - UMMC Grenada Ambulatory
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Physician - Intervention Radiology - Part-Time - UMMC Grenada Ambulatory
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Grenada, Mississippi
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
5,001-10,000

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Physician, Internal Medicine – Telemedicine Opportunity – DrHouse
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Physician, Internal Medicine – Telemedicine Opportunity – DrHouse
DrHouse
Jackson, Mississippi
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physicians
$100 - $200/hr
Remote (US)

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Locum MD (Medical Doctor), DO (Osteopathic Doctor) Pathology
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Locum MD (Medical Doctor), DO (Osteopathic Doctor) Pathology
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Tupelo, Mississippi
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
On-Site

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Medical Doctor Jobs by City in Mississippi

Where Mississippi roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Jackson
6 jobs
Biloxi
1 job
Tupelo
1 job
Grenada
1 job
Madison
1 job
Gulfport
1 job
Pascagoula
1 job

Medical Doctor Job Market in Mississippi

A snapshot from current Mississippi openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

University of Mississippi Medical Center4 open roles
DrHouse2 open roles
US Department of Veterans Affairs2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Mississippi Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in medical doctor jobs across Mississippi.

  • Active medical license issued by the Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure
  • Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an accredited program
  • Completion of an accredited residency program in the relevant specialty area
  • Board certification or active board eligibility in a recognized medical specialty
  • Current DEA registration and Mississippi controlled substances permit where applicable
  • Valid Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certifications

Medical Doctor Jobs in Mississippi: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a medical doctor in Mississippi?

You must obtain a license from the Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure before practicing in Mississippi. The path requires graduating from an accredited medical school, completing an accredited residency, and passing all required USMLE or COMLEX steps. Mississippi participates in the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, which can accelerate licensure for physicians already licensed in a compact member state.

Which companies hire medical doctors in Mississippi?

Mississippi medical doctor roles are posted by University of Mississippi Medical Center, DrHouse, and US Department of Veterans Affairs and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Mississippi's largest hiring institutions are anchored in Jackson and regional medical centers that serve the state's extensive rural and underserved communities.

Which Mississippi cities have the most medical doctor jobs?

Jackson, Biloxi, and Tupelo have the most medical doctor openings in Mississippi. Jackson leads because of the University of Mississippi Medical Center and its affiliated network, while Hattiesburg and Gulfport draw consistent hiring from regional health systems like Forrest General Hospital and Singing River Health System serving the Pine Belt and Gulf Coast populations.

Are there remote medical doctor jobs in Mississippi?

Yes, but they're rare. About 22% of medical doctor openings tied to Mississippi are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most physician roles. The positions most likely to carry remote or hybrid components are in telemedicine, utilization review, and medical director roles with administrative responsibilities.

How can I get hired as a medical doctor in Mississippi with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a residency or fellowship at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, which runs graduate medical education programs across multiple specialties. New physicians can also target rural health clinics and federally qualified health centers in underserved Mississippi counties, where demand is high and competition lower. Completing a J-1 waiver-eligible service commitment through the Mississippi Office of Rural Health connects new graduates to placements in shortage areas and builds a Mississippi practice record quickly.

Where can I find and apply to medical doctor jobs in Mississippi?

You can find and apply to medical doctor jobs in Mississippi on Migrate Mate, which lists current Mississippi openings from hospitals, health systems, and clinics across the state. Find roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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