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SSM Health28d ago

Academic Physician - MD/DO - Heart Failure Cardiologist

Saint Louis, Missouri
~$602,500SalaryDr est.
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Academic Physician - MD/DO - Heart Failure Cardiologist
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Academic Physician - MD/DO - Heart Failure Cardiologist

Saint Louis, MissouriPosted 28d agoattending physician
~$602,500SalaryDr Signal· Good coverage

Reported by 34 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay

Cardiology·Flexible scheduling with strong emphasis on sustainability and work-life balance
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Overview

Location
Saint Louis, Missouri
Schedule
Flexible scheduling with strong emphasis on sustainability and work-life balance
SalaryDr Signal range
$533k – $655k

34 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay

Practice
Academic hospital practice · Quaternary academic medical center

Role summary

SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital seeks an academic Heart Failure Cardiologist to lead inpatient cardiogenic shock care and advanced heart failure program development, with teaching and research expectations, in a Level 1 trauma quaternary academic medical center. The position offers flexible scheduling focused on work-life balance and includes outpatient clinical duties and opportunities for leadership and academic advancement.

What the posting highlights

  • Care setting: Inpatient care for cardiogenic shock and advanced heart failure; outpatient and/OR outreach clinics
  • Research or clinical-trial participation is noted
  • Teaching or an academic practice setting is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Physician-reported total comp$533k–$655k · $603k median
$518kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$670k

Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.

Compensation

What physicians report
$533k – $655k
Pay context
SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
Report sample
34 recent physician reports · region cohort
Compensation basis
Estimated total compensation
Physician-reported total comp$533k–$655k · $603k median
$518kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$670k

This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 34 recent, verified physician reports (region cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.

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SSM Health

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Saint Louis, Missouri
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Practice setting
Academic hospital practice
Facility type
Quaternary academic medical center
Trauma level
Level 1 Trauma
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Not stated in posting
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Missouri
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Academic hospital practice

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Work Design

Schedule
Flexible scheduling with strong emphasis on sustainability and work-life balance
Inpatient / outpatient
Inpatient care for cardiogenic shock and advanced heart failure; outpatient and/or outreach clinics
Teaching
Yes
Research
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

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First seen
3 wk ago
Last verified
yesterday
Extraction confidence
90%
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Job Description

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, you’ll have the opportunity to lead meaningful change, mentor the next generation of physicians, and help define the future of cardiogenic shock care.

About SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital

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.

Community Description

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, there’s always something to do or see here.

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

  • SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com.
  • Facility & Address
  • MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand
  • 1201 Grand Blvd Saint Louis, MO 63104
  • Contact Information
  • Hollie Moore, CPRP Physician and Provider Recruiter
  • Phone: 557-207-1147
  • Email: Click to email

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