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Join Our Team:

At Esse Health, we believe physicians deserve a workplace where they can practice medicine the way its meant to bepatient centered, collaborative, and supported by a culture that values innovation and work life balance.

If youre looking for a place where your ideas matter and your impact is felt every day, Esse Health is where you can truly thrive.

We are seeking a compassionate, entrepreneurial-minded Internal Medicine or Family Medicine physician to join our team as a partner, playing a key role in shaping the future, growth, and direction of our organization.

What Sets Us Apart:

• Achieve a healthy work-life balance with control over your practice, schedule, staff and more
• An environment free from hospital bureaucracy that allows faster decision-making and autonomy
• Innovative workflow solutionsincluding AI scribe technologythat support physician wellness, efficiency, and quality of care
• Collegial and supportive partners offering support, mentorship, and collaboration
• Providing 20% lower average cost of care compared to hospitals 
• Resources, training on best practices, and a strong infrastructure to support patient care beyond the clinic
• Onboarding, business, and practice ramp up support provided

Practice Details:

• Join a very busy, established, and well-run practice
• Working alongside 1 Internal Medicine Physician partner, 2 Nurse Practitioners, 4 Medical Assistants, an Office Manager, and additional support staff
• Choose either an outpatient-only model or a traditional clinic-plus-inpatient model that utilizes hospitalists
• Monday-Friday: No Nights, Weekends, or Holidays
• Clinic hours:
  • Monday - Thursday 8:20a to 4:45p
  • Friday 8:20a to 12:00p
• Initial Schedule: 4.5 days patient care with .5 days set aside for administrative work
• Call: phone only, shared with Nurse Practitioners and another Esse Health clinic
  • 1:4 weekends, call is triaged first
  • 1:5 weeknights, low to no calls typically 
• See 16-20 patients per day on average
• Ability to incorporate sub-specialty care
• Opportunities for professional development and teaching
• Provide evidence-based and value-based care
• Medicare Advantage panel management is large focus of practice, with some Fee for Service/Commercial patient care
• Lean Clinical Practice Model: Streamlines patient care, standardizing workflows, optimizing team roles, and using data-driven continuous improvement to reduce wait times, lower costs, and improve quality and patient outcomes
• NextGen EMR
• AI scribe technology and Dragon dictation available 

What We Offer:

• Shareholder track
• 3-Year guaranteed salary 
• Your success is in your hands
  • No cap on earning potential: Physicians are earning between $350K-$750K
• 4 weeks paid time off, with even more flexibility as a shareholder 
• 9 paid holidays and 5 paid days for CME
• Profit sharing: % based on years in practice (not solely with Esse Health)
  • 7% for 0-9 years, 11% for 10+ years
• Sign-on, relocation, CME allowance, and may also be eligible for retention bonus
• 401k with match
• Available benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long/Short Term Disability, Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account, Fraud Protection, Legal, Pet and other miscellaneous

Requirements:

• MD or DO
• Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible with plans to certify (AB or AOA)
• Illinois licensed or eligible to obtain licensure in Illinois

To Learn More or to Apply, Contact:

Kathy Berry
Physician Recruiter
314-851-1033
kberry@essehealth.com 

Schedule a time to meet! 

Community Info:

Shiloh, IL offers physicians an exceptional balance of professional opportunity and quality of life, with a growing community, convenient access to St. Louis, and a family-friendly suburban setting.

• Community: A growing suburban area offering a family-friendly, community-oriented lifestyle with local events, historic districts, and easy access to St. Louis amenities
• Education: Served by multiple public and private school districts with strong options at the elementary and secondary levels, along with nearby colleges and vocational programs
• Recreation: Abundant parks, trails, sports complexes, golf courses, festivals, and cultural attractions, plus quick access to regional outdoor and entertainment options
• Travel & Access: Conveniently located along I-64 with straightforward commutes to downtown St. Louis, Scott Air Force Base, and Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
• Cost of Living: Affordable housing and overall cost of living below the national average, offering strong value compared to larger metro areas

Population: 

• St. Clair County population of 251,000+ (Includes Shiloh, O'Fallon, Belleville and surrounding communities)
  • Shiloh: A growing village with a population around 14,000 
  • O'Fallon: A mid-sized city with a population around 32,000 
  • Belleville: A mid-sized city with a population around 41,000 

Recreation & Attractions:

• Shiloh Community Park features ball fields, playgrounds, trails, picnic areas, and a skate park.
  Golf enthusiasts enjoy Tamarack Country Club (18-hole course).
• Local events include community picnics, dances, and seasonal happenings.
• Parks: Over 20 city parks with trails, picnic areas, sports fields, disc golf, splash pads, and more.
• Outdoor: MetroBikeLink multi-use trail, nearby Frank Holten State Park for boating/fishing/kayaking.
• Culture & Events: Historic Lincoln Theatre, Art on the Square, Oktoberfest, and seasonal festivals.
• Family Fun: Belleville Family Sportsplex, skate parks, and community events like parades and cook-offs.
• OFallon Family Sports Park large complex with fields, trails, and playgrounds.
• Multiple city parks, trails, community events, and YMCA facilities support active lifestyles.
• Shopping & dining clusters and locally owned boutiques offer a blend of big-box and local retail experiences.

Education:

• Served by Shiloh School District 85 for K-8; high school students generally attend OFallon Township High School (District 203) or Belleville East, depending on location.
• Public: Belleville School District 118 (elementary and middle), and Belleville Township High School District 201 with two high schools.
• Higher education: Southwestern Illinois College and a campus of Lindenwood University - Belleville provide associate and bachelors degree options.
• The area is served by respected districts including OFallon District 90 and OFallon Township High School, often recognized for quality education.

Cost of Living & Neighborhoods:

• Known for newer construction homes and family-friendly subdivisions close to major roads and Scott AFB.
• Typically, competitive home prices with good value, especially for expanding families.
• A quiet, suburban village with strong community ties, parks, and easy access to larger urban amenities. 
• Generally, more affordable than many St. Louis suburbs, especially in housing costs.
• O'Fallon home prices tend to be higher than Belleville due to strong schools and family demand, but still competitive compared with other metro suburbs.
• Distinct neighborhoods include areas around the Sports Park, North OFallon (residential/rural feel), and quiet subdivisions throughout the city.
  

Community Summary Comparison: 

• Shiloh: A quiet, suburban village with strong community ties, parks, and easy access to larger urban amenities. Good choice for families or military personnel thanks to proximity to the base. 
• Belleville: A vibrant small-city feel with deep history, strong community events, plenty of parks and cultural amenities, and solid education options. Its a good mix of affordability and access to bigger-city benefits given its proximity to St. Louis. 
• O'Fallon: Offers a family-oriented suburban lifestyle with robust parks and schools, easy access to major employers, and a thriving local economy.

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