Academic Physician - MD/DO - Heart Failure Cardiologist

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Community Description:

About SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital:

Academic Cardiology Practice - Saint Louis Metropolitan Area
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital is seeking a

dynamic Heart Failure & Shock Cardiologist

to help

define, lead, and advance

the inpatient management of cardiogenic shock and advanced heart failure within a growing academic cardiovascular program. This is a

rare opportunity

for a physician who is passionate about

program development, innovation, and academic medicine

to build something meaningful from the ground up.
Why This Role Stands Out:
In this highly visible role, you will serve as a

clinical and strategic leader , shaping inpatient shock care while helping establish a hub-and-spoke

cardiogenic shock referral network

across the region. You will work within a collegial academic environment that values collaboration, education, and forward-thinking clinical excellence.
Role Overview:
Clinical Focus
Lead inpatient care for patients with

cardiogenic shock and advanced heart failure
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a

quaternary academic medical center
Participate in outpatient and/or outreach clinics alongside academic colleagues
Optional

advanced imaging responsibilities

based on your experience and interests
Leadership & Program Development
Design and implement

inpatient cardiogenic shock management protocols
Drive institutional strategy for

percutaneous mechanical circulatory support
Guide escalation pathways for advanced pharmacologic therapies
Opportunity to step into a

Medical Director role

for candidates with demonstrated leadership and program-building experience
Academic Mission
Teach and mentor residents, fellows, and trainees
Engage in clinical research and scholarly activity
Clinician Scientist track

available for qualified candidates seeking protected research time and academic advancement
Ideal Candidate Profile
Fellowship training in

Advanced Heart Failure ,

Interventional Heart Failure , or

Interventional Cardiology

preferred
Board-certified or board-eligible in

Cardiology
Interest in academic medicine, clinical innovation, and collaborative leadership
Eligible for medical licensure in

Missouri and Illinois,

prior to start date
What We Offer
Flexible scheduling

with a strong emphasis on sustainability and work-life balance
Competitive salary with a

robust academic benefits package
Protected time for teaching, research, and program development
Academic appointment commensurate with experience and credentials
Supportive, collegial culture within a nationally respected academic health system
Join a mission-driven academic cardiology team where clinical excellence, education, and innovation come together. At SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, youll have the opportunity to lead meaningful change, mentor the next generation of physicians, and help define the future of cardiogenic shock care.
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, a LEVEL 1 Time Critical Diagnosis hospital in Stroke, Trauma and STEMI, is at the forefront of ground-breaking medical treatments, procedures, clinical trials and comprehensive patient care. Our commitment to research and innovation allows us to treat you and your family with the care you deserve. SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital has been an academic hospital in the St. Louis community for more than 80 years.
We serve as the medical teaching hospital for Saint Louis University School of Medicine, and exclusively staffed by the SLUCare Physician Group. This relationship between SSM Health, SLUCare and Saint Louis University School of Medicine provides advanced health care solutions that benefit our community.
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