Pediatrics Physician

Job ID: 5819

Join our dynamic team in a location less than one hour from St. Louis! This position offers a flexible, outpatient schedule with after-hours triage service and minimal call rotation, all within a team-based care model. New graduates are welcome to apply.

Job Description

• Flexible, outpatient schedule
• After hours triage service & minimal call rotation
• Team-based care model
• New grads welcome

Requirements

• Higher starting salary compared to comparable opportunities located in and surrounding suburbs of Kansas City and St. Louis, coupled with a cost of living of 25% less in this community, provides significant buying power with the opportunity to build your dream home, pay down your student loans, and retire early.

Community Overview

This is the Riverbend region. It’s where the mighty Mississippi River cuts a long, beautiful curve between two states, interrupting its southward flow and turning back north to accept the waters of the Illinois River, then veering east for a few miles and finally south again to welcome the Missouri River.

About Employer

Every employee is a Mission Partner, serving the people of our communities with the greatest care and love. Throughout our health system, which includes 14 hospitals and more than 130 clinical care sites, core values such as justice, compassion, and integrity support our work together as we live the mission.

Closest Major Cities

• Godfrey, IL
• Wood River, IL
• Spanish Lake, MO
• Bethalto, IL
• Florissant, MO

Colleges and Universities

• CALC Institute of Technology (Full-time enrollment: 264; Location: 200A North Center Dr; Private, for-profit; Website: calc.edu)
• Lewis and Clark Community College (about 5 miles; Godfrey, IL; Full-time enrollment: 4,189)
• Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville (about 12 miles; Edwardsville, IL; FT enrollment: 11,933)
• University of Missouri-St Louis (about 16 miles; Saint Louis, MO; FT enrollment: 10,322)

Recreation

• The Alton Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for overseeing 16 City Parks, including over 1,400 acres of park space, 12 ball fields, 19 soccer fields, 14 tennis courts, 14 buildings, and 19 playgrounds.
• Scenic biking and hiking trails, 16 city parks with sports fields and playgrounds, charming and tasty restaurants, several state historical sites, and a vibrant local music scene befitting the birthplace of the legendary jazz artist Miles Davis.
• Easy access to major tourist attractions such as the Gateway Arch, Six Flags St. Louis, and the Forest Park Zoo.

Shopping

• Shop, dine, and explore at Alton Square Mall, where local small businesses and popular brands you know and love come together all in one convenient and family-friendly location.
• A Family Affair Thrift Shop and More
• Target, Kohl's, and more