Associate Medical Director - Mercy GoHealth - St. Louis, MO

$50,000 Incentive

We are seeking an experienced Associate Medical Director to join our leadership team. This unique opportunity blends 50% administrative leadership with 50% clinical practice and is ideal for a dynamic, flexible leader looking to grow with a mission-driven, innovative healthcare organization.

Mercy and GoHealth Urgent Care have partnered to create a substantial network of urgent care centers across the Midwest. The partnership provides patients in Missouri, Oklahoma, and Arkansas with greater access to innovative urgent care through state-of-the-art technology and unique patient access tools, such as online registration and appointment scheduling.

Role Summary

The Associate Medical Director (AMD) is a key clinical leadership role within GoHealth's Market Operations division. Reporting to the Market Medical Director and collaborating closely with operational and clinical leaders, the AMD ensures clinical quality, supports provider engagement and development, drives operational excellence, and aligns care delivery with the strategic goals of GoHealth and Mercy.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership, mentorship, and support to physicians and APPs across the St. Louis market.
• Partner with the Market Medical Director and Advanced Practice Lead (APL) to implement clinical best practices and standardized care protocols.
• Participate in recruiting, onboarding, scheduling, and performance management of clinical staff.
• Collaborate with operational leadership (e.g., Regional Operations Managers, On-Site Managers) to enhance provider performance, efficiency, and patient outcomes.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Represent the clinical team in leadership meetings and strategic planning discussions.
• Maintain 0.5 FTE clinical practice to ensure real-time connection with front-line care delivery.
• Promote a positive and inclusive team culture focused on patient satisfaction and clinical excellence.

Qualifications

Education & Certification

• Board Certifiedin Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Med-Peds (required)

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of clinical leadershipor administrative experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, or related field (required)
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing medical teams
• Strong operational mindset with experience working in integrated health systems
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and management skills
• Recent hands-on clinical experience using current methods and techniques
• Ability to multitask and manage responsibilities across multiple locations and priorities

Why Join Mercy GoHealth

• $50K Sign-On Bonus
• Competitive compensationwith bonus structure and comprehensive benefits as an employee of Mercy
• State-of-the-art urgent care centers: Beautiful, modern facilities with digital X-ray, labs, and integrated Epic EMR
• High patient satisfaction: Validated by consistently strong feedback and quality scores
• Creative, collaborative support teams: On-site Rad Techs, highly trained Medical Assistants, and Scribes
• Be part of one of the fastest-growingand most respected urgent care networks in the country

Committment to Quality

All Mercy-GoHealth Urgent Care locations are accredited by the Urgent Care Association, reflecting our ongoing commitment to quality, safety, and exceptional patient care.

Grow with Us

Joining our leadership team means more than just a job-it's an opportunity to shape the future of on-demand healthcare. We provide the tools, environment, and support to help you grow as a leader while continuing to deliver high-quality patient care.

Ready to Go Forward?

If you're a mission-driven physician with a passion for leadership, team-building, and clinical excellence, we'd love to speak with you.

Shannon Courtois - Shannon.Courtois@GoHealthUC.com