Urgent Care Physician Needed in Independence, Missouri

Employment Type: Full-Time

Specialty: Urgent Care / Family Medicine / Emergency Medicine / Internal Medicine

Position Overview:

A leading network of modern urgent care centers is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Urgent Care Physician to join our expanding team in Missouri. Our clinics provide a full spectrum of walk-in care for patients of all ages, offering immediate treatment for non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries in an efficient, convenient, and high-quality outpatient setting.

As an Urgent Care Physician, you’ll work in a well-supported environment equipped with cutting-edge diagnostic tools, fully staffed with trained medical assistants, radiology technologists, and advanced practice providers (when applicable), allowing you to focus on patient care—not administrative burdens.

Salary: $280,000-$300,000 per year + benefits

Work Hours: Monday - Friday (9 AM – 5 PM)

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive, timely medical care for acute illnesses and injuries
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies, including X-rays, EKGs, and labs
• Manage care for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients
• Prescribe medications and develop individualized treatment plans
• Supervise and collaborate with Advanced Practice Providers (PAs and NPs) as needed
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation through our integrated EMR system
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and help maintain compliance with clinical protocols

Requirements:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Active and unrestricted medical license in the state of Missouri (or ability to obtain)
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine
• Current DEA license
• BLS and ACLS certifications
• At least 1 year of post-residency clinical experience in urgent care, ER, or high-volume outpatient settings
• Comfort with a broad range of in-office procedures
• Experience in occupational health and workers’ comp

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary with productivity incentives
• Generous signing bonus or relocation assistance (where applicable)
• Flexible scheduling (weekdays, evenings, weekends, holidays)
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• CME allowance and paid time off
• 401(k) with employer match
• Opportunities for leadership roles and career advancement
• Supportive work environment with skilled support staff and advanced technology

If you are a dedicated, dynamic physician looking for a fulfilling urgent care opportunity in Missouri, we’d love to hear from you.