What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician - MD/DO - Urgent Care position at SSM Health Care System?
SSM Health is seeking a dedicated and experienced Family Medicine physician to join our Urgent Care team at our newest facility at the Streets of Caledonia in O'Fallon, MO. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients of all ages with acute and urgent health issues. This role requires clinical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments, including patient history, physical examinations, and diagnostic testing for all patients
- Diagnose and treat a variety of acute illnesses, injuries, and infections
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized treatment plans, including prescribing medications and other therapies as appropriate
- Educate patients and their families about health conditions, treatment plans, and preventive care
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes.
- Urgent Care schedule 15-20-minute visits 8 am - 8 pm
- The position involves direct patient contact and requires the ability to stand and move throughout the clinic for extended periods
- Flexible work schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to meet the urgent care needs of patients
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off and holiday pay
- Continuing education opportunities and support for professional development
How to Apply: Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume, cover letter, and professional references through the SSM Health careers portal at joinssmhealth.com.
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children and their families at SSM Health Urgent Care in O'Fallon, MO!
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 organizations 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 organizations more than 40,000 team members and more than 15,000 providers are dedicated to fulfilling SSM Healths Mission: Through our exceptional health care services, we reveal the healing presence of God.
Community Description:
Home to the famed Gateway Arch, St. Louis is one of the most livable cities in the country. This sprawling metropolitan mecca features a large variety of neighborhoods and communities spanning six counties. With an affordable housing market, trendy neighborhoods like Cherokee Street and Delmar Loop, and the booming economic landscape of the city make this one of the most attractive cities for young professionals. There is more to do per square mile in St. Louis than in any other city in the state. With restaurants, parks, recreation, cultural activities and sporting events, theres always something to do or see here.
SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
SSM Health is committed to equal employment opportunity based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, 401K PlanSalary : $182,188 - $340,085