Physician – MD/DO

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• Job Description

  Department:  Clinical Services: Provider

  Entity:  Team members affiliated with Joint Ventures

  Job Relationships

  Responsible to: Medical Director, Associate Medical Director

  Assignments received from: Medical Director, Associate Medical Director

  Positions supervised: None

  Job Summary

  Physicians independently perform a wide variety of clinical services including treatment of acute episodic conditions such as sore throats, colds, flu-like symptoms, cuts, sprains and minor infections and are also responsible for selecting and utilizing appropriate diagnostics and/or therapeutic procedures for patients. 

  Job Requirements

  Education

  - Graduate of an accredited medical school required

  Work Experience

  • 2-5 years of post-residency clinical experience required

  • Minimum 18 months experience in applicable practice setting required

  • Adult and pediatric practice experience  strongly preferred

  Required Licenses/Certifications

  - Board Certified or Board Eligible by an ABMS member board or AOA specialty board in Family Medicine or Emergency Medicine

  - Active state medical licensure

  Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

  - Experience in an Urgent Care or Emergency Medicine setting

  - Applicable office procedures including but not limited to suturing, splinting, etc. 

  Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred

  - Knowledge and experience with Electronic Medical Records     

  - Ability to be attentive with strong listening skills

  - Strong communication and customer service skills 

  Essential Functions

  Essential functions are those tasks, duties and responsibilities that comprise the means of accomplishing the job’s purpose and objectives. Essential functions are critical or fundamental to the performance of the job. They are the major functions for which the person in the job is held accountable. Following are the essential functions of the job.

  Job Responsibilities include:

  • Examining and treating patients

  • Taking patients’ medical histories

  • Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and X-rays

  • Making diagnoses and prescribing medications

  • Treating minor injuries that may require sutures, splints, or casting

  • Recording progress notes for follow-up patients

  • Educating and counseling patients

  • Ordering and/or carrying out therapy with patients

  • Giving vaccinations, and referring patients to additional care

  • Supervising GoHealth PA/NPs remotely when cases are presented to you for supervision

  • Act as a Collaborating Physician for up to four PA/NPs in the credentialing process, including signoff of the PA/NPs delineation of privileges (DOP)

  • Each provider will work an anticipated eight (8) or twelve (12) hours per shift

  • All other duties as assigned

  Note:  this job description is not inclusive of all the duties of the position.  You may be asked by leaders to perform other duties.  Management reserves the right to revise this position description at any time. 

• Posting Job Description

  Posting Job Description

  Physician Opportunity – Mercy-GoHealth Urgent Care - Springfield/Joplin Region

   We’re excited to offer a highly competitive sign-on bonus of $75,000 for physician roles

  Mercy-GoHealth Urgent Care is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physician to join our team in Springfield/Joplin Missouri. We offer flexible scheduling options, including full-time and part-time roles, in a collaborative and modern clinical environment.

  What You Can Expect

  • Competitive compensation package with a generous sign-on bonus

  • Monthly volume bonus based on patient metrics

  • Quarterly bonus (up to 5% of base salary) tied to patient satisfaction and quality outcomes

  • Comprehensive benefits starting day one: health, dental, vision, CME allowance and more!

  • Retirement plans with employer contributions and matching

  • Relocation assistance (if applicable) and professional liability coverage

  • Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

  • Beautiful, state-of-the-art centers equipped with imaging, labs, and Epic EMR

  • Supportive staffing model including radiologic technologists, experienced medical assistants, and advanced practitioners

  • Part of one of the fastest-growing urgent care networks in the country

  What We’re Looking For

  • Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Med/Peds

  • Active state medical license

  • 2–5 years of post-residency clinical experience, with at least 18 months in an urgent care or emergency medicine setting

  • Experience treating patients across all age groups

  • Proficiency in minor procedures such as suturing and splinting, and in reading EKGs and X-rays

  • Strong communication and listening skills

  • Comfort collaborating with advanced practice providers

  Your Role

  As a Physician at Mercy-GoHealth, you’ll independently provide a wide range of clinical services, including:

  • Examining and treating patients with acute conditions

  • Taking medical histories and ordering diagnostic tests

  • Making diagnoses and prescribing medications

  • Performing minor procedures and administering vaccinations

  • Documenting patient progress and coordinating follow-up care

  • Supervising and collaborating with PA/NPs, including remote supervision and credentialing support

  • Working 8- or 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced, patient-focused setting

  This role offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality care in a modern, integrated healthcare environment, with room for professional growth and development.

  Interested in learning more or scheduling a tour? Let’s connect. 

  We’re excited to meet physicians who are passionate about making a difference in urgent care.

  *Contact:

  Roberto Negrete Provider Recruiter 

  [email protected] 

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