Hospitalist Opportunity with Flexible Schedule and Great Support in Joplin, Missouri - Freeman Health System

ABOUT FREEMAN HEALTH SYSTEM 

Located in the southwest corner of the state in Joplin, Missouri, Freeman is a physician-led, locally owned, not-for-profit health system and is well-recognized as the region's epicenter for quality healthcare. Our three-hospital system provides comprehensive healthcare and behavioral services to a service area of 450,000 residents from Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma and Arkansas. As a teaching hospital, Freeman also provides medical students and resident doctors the opportunity to study with our high-caliber physicians. We are continually expanding and searching for talented, qualified professionals to join our organization. See yourself in Joplin, Missouri! 

HOSPITALIST OPPORTUNITIES: 

• Seeking BC/BE Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Residency trained physicians for Hospitalist opportunities 
• Work in a friendly and collegial environment with an emphasis on quality patient care 
• Enjoy a fully integrated healthcare delivery system with large primary care and multi-specialty medical staff 
• Professional growth & Leadership Development opportunities   
• Financially stable health system   
• Low cost of living   
• Teaching opportunities with medical students and residents 
• No procedures required 
• Incentives: Start Bonus, loan repayment, at-risk bonus options, residency stipend available 
• Relocation allowance – up to $10,000   
• CME allowance $5000 over two-year cycle 
• Paid malpractice, tail coverage   
• Full Benefits including: Health, Dental, Vision, FSA & 401(a), 403(b), 457(b) options and more  
• Accepts J-1 Waivers:  No 
• Accepts H-1B Visas:  Yes 

FREEMAN HOSPITALIST DETAILS:   

• Nine physicians typically scheduled per day   
• Average census is 15;  average admissions per day is 3 each 
• 12-hour shifts   
• 7a-7p   
• 7p-12am (split shift) (approximately 2/month) 
• Additional shifts are available for increased earnings   
• Shift based compensation: 182 shifts/year 
• +$200 per shift differential over 14 shifts per 28 days   

CHOOSE JOPLIN 

Nestled in the picturesque Ozarks of Southwest Missouri, Joplin offers an exceptional quality of life. As the fifth-largest metropolitan area in the state, it strikes a balance between affordability and value. With a population of 52,000 (which swells to over 250,000 during work hours), Joplin serves as a vibrant hub for economic, health, and cultural activities across multiple communities in the four-state region. 

One of Joplin’s standout features is its proximity to home. Beautiful neighborhoods lie within a convenient 5-10 minute drive from the clinic and hospital, allowing physicians to spend more time where they belong—with loved ones. For those seeking an active lifestyle, Joplin delivers. Golf, tennis, gyms, running, and scenic hikes along the chert bluffs provide ample opportunities to stay fit and engaged. 

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate easy access to nearby streams and lakes, perfect for fishing, kayaking, and boating. Families with young learners can choose from a variety of educational options, including public, private, and parochial schools, as well as local colleges and a state university. 

Moreover, Joplin is evolving into a thriving medical hub. Kansas City University-Joplin’s medical school boasts over 300 enrolled students annually, and in 2023, a dental school opened on the Joplin campus. Join this dynamic community and embrace the crossroads of culture that define Joplin’s unique charm!  

NOT-FOR-PROFIT, LOCALLY OWNED, NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED 

Freeman focuses on meeting the health and wellness needs of those we serve as well as the needs of future generations. Our caregivers, leadership and board of directors play an active role in identifying the health needs of the region. Locally owned, not-for-profit and nationally recognized, Freeman Health System includes Freeman Hospital West, Freeman Hospital East, Freeman Neosho Hospital and Ozark Center – the area’s largest provider of behavioral health services – as well as two urgent care clinics, dozens of physician clinics in three states. With more than 350 physicians on staff representing more than 90 specialties, Freeman provides cancer care, heart and vascular care, neurology and neurosurgery, orthopedics, children’s services and women’s services. 

OUR MISSION 

Our mission is to improve the health of the communities we serve through contemporary, innovative, quality healthcare solutions. 

Make an impact. Join us in our work to create healthier communities.