Academic Physician - MD/DO - Family Medicine

Academic Physician - MD/DO - Family Medicine

Richmond Heights, MissouriPosted 1mo agoattending physician
~$300,000SalaryDr Signal· Good coverage

Reported by 37 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay

Family MedicineFull-timeMonday-Friday, 8am-4pm · Extremely light call burden with dedicated after-hours RN triage system handling most patient concerns; typically phone-based consultations; no hospital or ER call

Overview

Location
Richmond Heights, Missouri
Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm · Extremely light call burden with dedicated after-hours RN triage system handling most patient concerns; typically phone-based consultations; no hospital OR ER call
SalaryDr Signal range
$260k – $330k

37 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay

Practice
Outpatient primary care practice · Modern, state-of-the-art clinical facilities with 10 exam rooms

Role summary

This is a full-time outpatient family medicine physician position in Richmond Heights, Missouri, with a guaranteed two-year salary, a $20,000 signing bonus, minimal call, a consistent Monday-Friday 8am-4pm schedule, and comprehensive benefits including productivity incentives and retirement matching. The practice has rapid growth potential, modern facilities, and no inpatient responsibilities.

What the posting highlights

  • Providers manage their patient calls when necessary; after-hours RN triage handles most concerns
  • Care setting: 100% outpatient practice; no hospital rounding OR inpatient responsibilities
  • Patient population: Community-based suburban population in Richmond Heights, Missouri

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Physician-reported total comp$260k–$330k · $300k median
$252kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$338k

Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.

Compensation

What physicians report
$260k – $330k
Pay context
SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
Report sample
37 recent physician reports · region cohort
Compensation basis
Estimated total compensation
Bonus / incentives
Signing bonus · $20,000 sign-on bonus
Signing bonus
$20,000

Benefits named in the posting

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
  • CME allowance and professional development support
  • Retirement benefits with employer matching
  • Paid malpractice insurance
  • Relocation assistance available
Physician-reported total comp$260k–$330k · $300k median
$252kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$338k

This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 37 recent, approved physician reports (region cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.

Next steps

Employer

SSM Health

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Trust state
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EHR
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Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Outpatient primary care practice
Facility type
Modern, state-of-the-art clinical facilities with 10 exam rooms
Patient population
Community-based suburban population in Richmond Heights, Missouri
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
Missouri
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Outpatient primary care practice

SalaryDr will show local peer compensation and hiring supply here once this role has enough physician-reported data.

Questions to ask the employer

  • How is the productivity component calculated (wRVU rate, threshold, reconciliation cadence), and what did physicians here actually earn from it last year?
  • Is the $20,000 signing bonus subject to repayment or clawback, and over what commitment period?
  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm
Call burden
Extremely light call burden with dedicated after-hours RN triage system handling most patient concerns; typically phone-based consultations; no hospital or ER call
Patient volume
Eventually seeing 18-20 patients daily
Inpatient / outpatient
100% outpatient practice; no hospital rounding or inpatient responsibilities
Coverage model
Providers manage their patient calls when necessary; after-hours RN triage handles most concerns
FTE
1

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
Salary label
SalaryDr Signal
First seen
1 mo ago
Last verified
today
Extraction confidence
95%

Full description

Job Description Join Our Rapidly Growing Family Medicine Practice SSM Health is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused Family Medicine Physician to join our thriving practice in the prestigious Boulevard area of Richmond Heights, Missouri. This opportunity offers the perfect combination of professional growth and sustainable work-life balance in one of St. Louis's most desirable communities. Position Highlights Full-Time Opportunity : 1.0 FTE position with consistent Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm schedule Financial Security : Two-year guaranteed salary with attractive $20,000 sign-on bonus Practice Growth : Join a practice experiencing rapid expansion with immediate new patient availability Patient Volume : Build your practice quickly within first two years, eventually seeing 18-20 patients daily Modern Facilities : Work in a spacious practice with 10 exam rooms, a provider collaboration area, and shared offices Outpatient Focus : 100% outpatient practice - no hospital rounding or inpatient responsibilities Minimal Call : Extremely light call burden with dedicated after-hours RN triage system Call Schedule Our innovative approach to call provides excellent work-life balance Providers manage their patient calls when necessary Comprehensive after-hours RN triage system handles most patient concerns Typically phone-based consultations Extremely rare after-hours requirements No hospital or ER call responsibilities Practice Growth Potential Our practice is positioned for exceptional growth Only one current provider accepting new patients Significant unmet demand in the community Strategic location in The Boulevard development Supportive referral network within the SSM Health system Marketing support to build your patient panel Opportunity to develop a focused area of practice interest The Boulevard Location Practice in one of St. Louis's most vibrant mixed-use developments Prime location in upscale Richmond Heights Surrounded by retail, dining, and residential properties Excellent visibility and accessibility Modern, state-of-the-art clinical facilities Convenient for both patients and providers Easy access to major highways and public transportation Comprehensive Benefits Two-year guaranteed salary plus productivity incentives $20,000 sign-on bonus Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Generous paid time off and holiday schedule CME allowance and professional development support Retirement benefits with employer matching Paid malpractice insurance Relocation assistance available The Ideal Candidate We're seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Family Medicine physician who brings: Passion for outpatient primary care Interest in building a long-term practice Commitment to relationship-based patient care Team-oriented approach to healthcare delivery Missouri licensure or eligibility Community Description Richmond Heights, Missouri is a centrally located community in the St. Louis metro area, set near Clayton, Forest Park, and major regional destinations. Residents enjoy established neighborhoods, local dining and shopping, parks, recreation amenities, and easy access to destinations like the Saint Louis Galleria and The Boulevard. With its blend of historic character, everyday convenience, and close proximity to the heart of St. Louis, Richmond Heights offers a connected lifestyle in a welcoming suburban setting. About SSM Health With care delivery sites in Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin, SSM Health provides convenient access to high-quality community-based services as well as world-class academic medicine, clinical trials, and research studies. The organization's footprint includes hospitals, physician offices, outpatient and virtual care services, senior care, comprehensive home care and hospice services, a fully transparent pharmacy benefit company, a health insurance company and an accountable care organization. As one of the largest employers in every community it serves, the organization's more than 40,000 team members and more than 15,000 providers are dedicated to fulfilling SSM Health's Mission: "Through our exceptional health care services, we reveal the healing presence of God." SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com.