Physician - Family Medicine

Esse Health is the largest independent physician owned and managed, multi-specialty group in the St. Louis Region. With over 100 physicians, in 40 locations, serving nearly 130,000 patients, we are leading the healthcare community by placing patients and their physicians at the center of health decisions.

Practice Details:

• Take over a retiring physician's practice and join 3 Internal Medicine and 2 Family Medicine physician partners, a Nurse Practitioner, Medical Assistants, Office Manager, and additional support staff
• Outpatient only
• Clinic hours:
• Monday - Thursday 7:30a to 4:30p
• Friday 7:30a to 12:00p
• Schedule: 4.5 days patient care with .5 days set aside for administrative work
• Call: phone only
• 1:5 weekends, call is triaged first
• Ability to incorporate sub-specialty care
• Opportunity to mentor medical students and residents
• Provide evidence-based and value-based care
• Medicare Advantage panel management is large focus of practice, with some Fee for Service/Commercial patient care
• Lean Clinical Practice Model: Streamlines patient care, standardizing workflows, optimizing team roles, and using data-driven continuous improvement to reduce wait times, lower costs, and improve quality and patient outcomes
• NextGen EMR

What Sets Us Apart:

• Achieve a healthy work-life balance with control over your practice, schedule, staff and more
• Collegial and supportive partners offering support, mentorship, and collaboration
• Onboarding, business, and practice ramp up support provided
• Resources, training on best practices, and a strong infrastructure to support patient care beyond the clinic
• Environment free from hospital bureaucracy, prioritizing high-quality outcomes
• 20% lower average cost of care compared to hospitals

What We Offer:

• 3-year guaranteed salary and unlimited earning potential
• 4 weeks paid time off, paid holidays, and 5 paid days for CME, with even more flexibility as a shareholder 
• Shareholder track, sign-on, relocation, 401k with match, profit sharing, and CME allowance 
• Available benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long/Short Term Disability, Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account, Fraud Protection, Legal, Pet and other miscellaneous

Requirements:

• MD or DO
• Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible with plans to certify (AB or AOA)
• Illinois licensed or eligible to obtain licensure in Illinois

Community Info:

St. Charles is a historic city located along the Missouri River. It blends rich history, riverfront charm, suburban amenities, and easy city access, making it a popular place to live, work, and raise a family.

Population:

• St. Charles population: 72,500+
• St. Louis Metropolitan population: 2.8 million (includes St. Charles County, St. Louis County, and St. Louis City)

Geographic Relationship:

• St. Charles sits about 25 miles northwest of downtown St. Louis, across the Missouri River.
• The two areas are linked by major highways, including Interstate 70, Highway 370, and Highway 364 (Page Avenue Extension), making commuting straightforward.
• Because of this proximity, residents can easily travel between St. Charles and St. Louis for work, entertainment, and services.

Recreation & Outdoor Life:

• Parks & Trails
  • DuSable Park riverfront trails, boat access, dog park, courts, and picnic areas.
  • St. Charles Soccer Complex Park extensive sports fields and venues.
  • Katy Trail Americas longest rail trail, ideal for biking and walking along the Missouri River.
• Nature & Outdoor Activities
  • Multiple green spaces, river access for kayaking/fishing, and nearby nature areas for hiking and wildlife viewing.

Attractions & Community Events:

• Historic & Cultural
  • Historic Main Street cobblestone streets, unique shops, eateries, galleries, and river views.
  • First Missouri State Capitol State Historic Site preserves early state history and architecture.
• Festivals & Events
  • Year-round events like music festivals, marathons, art shows, and seasonal celebrations foster strong community engagement.
• Entertainment
  • The Family Arena hosts concerts, shows, sporting events, and family entertainment.

Neighborhoods & Living Areas:

• New Town
  • A planned, walkable neighborhood with parks, community spaces, and a mix of housing styles popular with young professionals and families.
• Historic District & Old Town
  • Cobblestone streets, charming historic homes, riverfront access, and walkable amenities.
• Suburban Zones
  • Areas west of the city center offer newer subdivisions, larger homes, and proximity to parks and schools.

Education:

• Public Schools
  • Served by strong local school systems such as Francis Howell, Fort Zumwalt, and Orchard Farm districts, known for solid academics, sports, and extracurriculars.
• Higher Education
  • Lindenwood University a private four-year university with 7,000 students, offering undergraduate and graduate programs and NCAA athletics.

Local Amenities & Services:

• Historic downtown with shops, cafes, restaurants, and riverfront access
• Multiple grocery, retail, and service providers
• Accessible healthcare facilities
• Easy travel via Interstate 70 and proximity to St. Louis Lambert International Airport (10 miles)

Summary:

St. Charles is a vibrant, historically rich city with a strong sense of community, excellent school systems, a favorable mix of housing options, and a lower cost of living than many comparable cities in the region. Its outdoor amenities, cultural attractions, and suburban-urban balance make it a highly attractive place for families, professionals, and retirees alike all within convenient commuting distance to St. Louis.

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