Academic Physician - MD/DO - Heart Failure Cardiologist

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Role Overview

Dynamic Heart Failure & Shock Cardiologist to define, lead, and advance the inpatient management of cardiogenic shock and advanced heart failure within a growing academic cardiovascular program.

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 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.
• 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.