Overview

The package

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OB/GYN physician opportunity at Mercy Hospital Springfield, a 886-bed tertiary care center with ~3,400 annual deliveries and full subspecialty support including MFM, Gynecologic Oncology, and a 46-bed Level III NICU, offering competitive compensation with a realistic earning potential of $600K+ annually. The role features a 24/7 OB Hospitalist Program, da Vinci dV5/Xi robotics, and optional teaching and research opportunities.

$600k/yr employer-posted compensation with hybrid structure
Hospital-employed · Tertiary care hospital · Balanced OB/GYN mix (inpatient deliveries + gynecologic surgery); 24/7 OB Hospitalist program provides coverage support
Teaching responsibilities or academic setting indicated
Research expectations or opportunities indicated

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Posted pay vs real comps

Posted pay

$378k/$410k/$444k

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Facility & Community

Springfield, Missouri

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Facility details

Practice setting: Hospital-employed
Facility type: Tertiary care hospital
Beds: 886
Trauma level: Level III NICU (46-bed); tertiary care center
Patient population: High-risk and general obstetrics, gynecology; regional referral population

Community snapshot

Peer median

$425k

74 reports · national

Active supply

1 in Springfield

Transparent pay

2/8

state roles with reviewed pay

Work-life

3.7/5

3 physician reports

Cost of living

below U.S. avg (100) · BEA Regional Price Parities

Schools

-0.3

grade levels vs U.S. avg · NAEP 2024

74 SalaryDr Obstetrics & Gynecology reports in national show a $425,000 median.

8 active Obstetrics & Gynecology roles in Missouri, including 1 in Springfield; 2 include reviewed transparent pay.

Physicians in this comparison cohort report 4.0/5 average job satisfaction.

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Is $600,000 base salary only, or expected total compensation including bonus and productivity?

What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?

How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Patient volume

~3,400 annual deliveries (~250–300 deliveries/month across the program); serves >1.5 million patients regionally

Inpatient / outpatient

Balanced OB/GYN mix (inpatient deliveries + gynecologic surgery); 24/7 OB Hospitalist program provides coverage support

Coverage model

24/7 OB Hospitalist Program in place; 4 MFMs and Gynecologic Oncology on staff; 24/7 in-house anesthesia

Admin burden

EPIC EMR; occurrence-based malpractice coverage included

Teaching

Yes

Research

Yes

Full description

Find your calling at Mercy!

OB/GYN Opportunity - Springfield, Missouri

Mercy Hospital | High Growth • Strong Support • Exceptional Earnings

Join a thriving, collegial OB/GYN team at Mercy Hospital Springfield, where demand is high, support is unmatched, and your practice can grow quickly.

Proven volumes & rapid practice growth - step into an established patient base
Experienced mentors & collaborative partners - never practice alone
Flexible lifestyle with a 24/7 OB Hospitalist Program
Balanced OB/GYN mix tailored to your interests
Leading-edge technology, including da Vinci dV5 and Xi robotics
Full subspecialty support: MFM, Gynecologic Oncology, and a 46-bed Level III NICU

Compensation & Benefits

Highly competitive compensation with production, quality, and service incentives
- Realistic earning potential: $600K+ annually
Signing bonus + paid relocation
Comprehensive day-one benefits for you and your family
Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
Robust physician wellness and engagement programs

Your Practice at Mercy

250-300 deliveries per month across the program
Teaching and research opportunities available (optional)
Collaborative team culture for complex case support
EPIC EMR system-wide

About Mercy Hospital Springfield

886-bed tertiary care center serving >1.5 million patients
~3,400 annual deliveries
Regional leader in high-risk obstetrics
Dedicated women's services infrastructure, including:
- 4 C-section ORs in Labor & Delivery
- 22 main ORs + 8-OR surgery center
- 24/7 in-house anesthesia
Comprehensive support team including 4 MFMs and Gynecologic Oncology
Nationally recognized:
- Top 5% in clinical excellence (Healthgrades)
- Leapfrog Grade A for quality & safety

Life in Springfield, Missouri

Springfield offers the perfect blend of big-city amenities and small-town comfort:

Top 10 for lowest cost of living
Excellent schools, universities, and healthcare
Vibrant arts, dining, and outdoor recreation
Minutes from Branson and easy access to Kansas City & St. Louis

Why Mercy?

At Mercy, you'll find more than a job-you'll find a community of physicians who support one another, opportunities to grow, and a lifestyle that works for you.

Let's connect and explore how this opportunity can fit your goals.

Your life is our life's work

At Mercy, you can lead the way. Join a team where your passion for patient care meets cutting-edge innovation. As part of an organization rooted in nearly 200 years of compassionate service, you'll help deliver transformative health care experiences while exploring new technologies and shaping the future of medicine. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to physician leadership-from the highest levels of our organization to the front lines of care-where physicians and caregivers collaborate, embrace fresh thinking, and drive clinical and operational excellence. If making a difference in your community is why you chose health care, Mercy is where your purpose meets possibility.

For more information, please contact Todd Vandewalker, MHA, CPRP.Telephone: 417-820-3606 | Email: todd.vandewalker@mercy.net

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