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Dr. Melissa Pennington

Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant St. Louis, MO Mercy
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
6 years at Mercy
Gender
Female
Connections
254
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 24,152 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Physician Assistant specialty. Melissa Pennington is one of them.
  • 198 Physician Assistants are based in MO (out of 26,542 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 2,619 contacts at Mercy are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Physician Assistant compensation in MO: $101,000 – $152,000 (median $120,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Physician Assistants in MO: Mercy (18), Coxhealth (8), Ssm Health (7).
  • 80% of Physician Assistants in MO have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed July 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Oregon Health And Science University School Of Medicine
Masters
2005
University Of Montana
Bachelors
2001
Skills
Healthcare Medicine Family Medicine Urgent Care Bls Acls Patient Education Medical Education Healthcare Management Physicians Internal Medicine Pediatrics Primary Care Hospitals Board Certified Emr
About Mercy
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
100 to 499
Revenue
$10M to <$50M
Website
mercy.net
Professional Overview

Dr. Melissa Pennington is a Physician Assistant, currently affiliated with Mercy, based in St. Louis, MO. As a physician assistant, Dr. Pennington contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in St. Louis, MO. They have been with Mercy for 6 years. Dr. Pennington holds academic credentials, including Masters and Bachelors, from Oregon Health And Science University School Of Medicine and University Of Montana. Core competencies include Healthcare, Medicine, Family Medicine, Urgent Care, Bls. Mercy operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 100 to 499 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physician assistant professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to physician assistant specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The St. Louis, MO healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Melissa Pennington located?
Dr. Melissa Pennington is based in St. Louis, MO. They are currently affiliated with Mercy.
What is Dr. Melissa Pennington's specialty?
Dr. Melissa Pennington specializes in Physician Assistant. Their current role is Physician Assistant.
Where does Dr. Melissa Pennington currently work?
Dr. Melissa Pennington currently works at Mercy. They have been there for 6 years.
What is Dr. Melissa Pennington's educational background?
Dr. Melissa Pennington attended Oregon Health And Science University School Of Medicine and University Of Montana.
How do I contact Dr. Melissa Pennington for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Physician Assistant?
Recruiting physician assistants typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for physician assistants across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Physician Assistant in MO?
Physician Assistants in MO typically earn $101,000 to $152,000 annually, with a median of $120,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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