High-paying doctor jobs in Columbia

A Doctor diagnoses and treats illnesses by applying medical knowledge and expertise. Doctors conduct examinations, analyze tests, and prescribe treatments. They require strong communication skills, empathy, and comprehensive medical knowledge.


The 54 doctor jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $111,776 and $558,297 per year. Cardiology Physician, Primary Care Physician and Physician Assistant are among the most popular high-paying roles in Columbia, MO.

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Updated Nov 11, 2026
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Columbia, MO
Missouri
Job openings (Columbia)

Psychiatrist

Columbia

$308,466 per year

Missouri

$280,336 per year

Cardiology Physician

Columbia

$229,083 per year

Missouri

$161,359 per year

Primary Care Physician

Columbia

$216,333 per year

Missouri

$236,172 per year

Surgeon

Columbia

$89.00 per hour

Missouri

$104 per hour

Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician

Columbia

$170,231 per year

Missouri

$289,645 per year

Pain Management Physician

Columbia

$154,524 per year

Missouri

$189,546 per year

Optometrist

Columbia

$67.22 per hour

Missouri

$19.11 per hour

Family Medicine Physician

Columbia

$56.48 per hour

Missouri

$83.33 per hour

Physician Assistant

Columbia

$115,519 per year

Missouri

$120,806 per year

Neurologist

Columbia

$111,776 per year

Missouri

$284,197 per year

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