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Posted 25 July, 2026

$600K Guarantee, $100K Bonus - ENT with Mercy in Joplin, MO

Mercy Clinic
Joplin, MO, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Discover Your Purpose with Us!

Our organization is on the lookout for a full-time, board-certified or board-eligible Otolaryngologist to join our clinic in Joplin, Missouri. If you thrive in a physician-led environment that prioritizes quality care and patient satisfaction, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Collaborate with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals who are passionate about delivering compassionate, patient-focused care.

Highlights of the Otolaryngology Position:
  • General practice with immediate growth potential
  • 5 days of on-call duty per month
  • Access to 11 state-of-the-art operating rooms equipped with Stryker Multi-Gen Video Systems
  • Clinic office suite located on the hospital campus
  • Facility includes 7 examination rooms, 2 procedure rooms, allergy space, and an attached audiology clinic
  • Private pre-operative and post-operative rooms available
  • Established multi-specialty referral network
  • System-wide EPIC electronic health record (EHR) system
  • Interest in allergy treatment is a plus
  • New graduates are encouraged to apply
  • Teaching opportunities available with a local medical school
What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary guarantee of $600,000
  • Recruitment bonus of $55,000
  • Retention bonus of $35,000
  • Relocation assistance of up to $20,000
  • 4 weeks of vacation, plus 6 holidays, and 1 week for continuing medical education (CME) during the guarantee period
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Retirement plans (401k/403b)
  • Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
About Joplin:

Experience a wonderful quality of life in Joplin, a vibrant cultural crossroads nestled in the scenic Ozarks of Southwest Missouri. As the fourth-largest metropolitan area in the state, Joplin boasts a low cost of living and excellent value for your money. The Greater Joplin Area has a population of 75,000, which can swell to over 200,000 during work hours, making it a central hub for economic, health, and cultural activities across the four-state region.

Enjoy a short commute with beautiful neighborhoods just 5-10 minutes away from the clinic and hospital. Balance your professional life with an active lifestyle, engaging in activities such as golf (1 private and 3 public courses), tennis, various gyms, running, and hiking along scenic trails. Access nearby streams and lakes for fishing, kayaking, and boating.

Families will find multiple pre-K through 12 educational options, including public, private, and parochial schools, as well as local colleges and a state university. Become part of a diverse and expanding medical community, with Kansas City University-Joplin's medical school enrolling over 160 students annually and a new dental school set to open in 2023.

Joplin is served by its own airport with United flights to Chicago and Denver, and is conveniently located less than an hour from major airports in Springfield, MO, and Bentonville, AR, as well as 90 minutes from an international airport in Tulsa.

Your Impact Matters:

At our organization, you can take the lead in shaping the future of healthcare. Join a team where your dedication to patient care aligns with innovative practices. With nearly 200 years of compassionate service, you will contribute to transformative healthcare experiences while exploring new technologies. Our commitment to physician leadership ensures that you will collaborate with colleagues to drive clinical and operational excellence. If your goal is to make a meaningful difference in your community, this is where your passion meets opportunity.