Cardiology - Heart Failure and Transplant Physician

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.

SLUCare Physician Group and SSM Health have partnered for decades to provide exceptional medical services to patients at Cardinal Glennon Childrens Hospital, St. Marys Hospital, and most recently Saint Louis University Hospital.

SLUCares more than 600 faculty, other academic medical professionals, and staff are now a dedicated academic physician division within SSM Health - St. Louis and continue their work as researchers and educators. They will collaborate with SSM Health Medical Groups more than 600 community-based providers to deliver care at more than 50 physician office locations, as well as through comprehensive virtual and digital health services.

Our continued investment in our physicians and their practices reflects the commitment we have to advancing health care for the communities we serve.

Home to the famed Gateway Arch, St. Louis is one of the most livable cities in the country. This sprawling metropolitan mecca features a large variety of neighborhoods and communities spanning six counties. With an affordable housing market, trendy neighborhoods like Cherokee Street and Delmar Loop, and the booming economic landscape of the city make this one of the most attractive cities for young professionals. There is more to do per square mile in St. Louis than in any other city in the state. With restaurants, parks, recreation, cultural activities and sporting events, theres always something to do or see here.

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