Medical Director; 50K Commencement bonus
Updated 7/29/26
Joplin, Missouri, United States
Physician
Hospitalist
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
**Hospitalist Medical Director Opening in Joplin, Missouri**
**Position Overview:**
- Full-Time, Permanent Position
- Seeking a Board-Certified Internal Medicine Physician for an exciting Hospitalist Medical Director position.
- This leadership role combines clinical excellence with administrative oversight, offering the opportunity to shape program strategy while maintaining hands-on patient care.
- Lead a collegial team of 20 Hospitalists (day rounders, swing shift, nocturnists)
- Oversee 1 APP (with plans to add 2 more)
- 75% clinical / 25% administrative responsibilities
- Minimum 10 hospitalist shifts per month plus ~60 hours/month administrative duties
- Fully integrated Epic EMR with Dragon Ambient Experience (DAX)
- Closed ICU with 24-hour intensivist coverage
- All ICU rooms equipped with E-ICU virtual monitoring
- All patient rooms are private
- Broad specialty support and teaching opportunities available
**Compensation & Benefits:**
- Competitive hourly rate for administrative duties and shift rate for hospitalist work
- $50,000 commencement bonus
- $10,000 relocation assistance
- $5,000 annual CME allowance
- Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision
- Retirement plans: 401(k) / 403(b)
- Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
- Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
**About the Area:**
Joplin offers a welcoming community with a low cost of living, excellent schools, and access to outdoor recreation. Its central location provides convenient access to larger metropolitan areas while maintaining a small-town feel ideal for families and professionals alike.
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