Heart Failure/ Shock Cardiologist for an Academic Cardiology Practice in the Saint Louis Metropolita
- Employer
- SSM Health
- Location
- Saint Louis, MO
- Closing date
- Aug 21, 2025
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- Specialty
- Cardiology
Job Details
Heart Failure/ Shock Cardiologist for an Academic Cardiology Practice in the Saint Louis Metropolitan Area
We are actively seeking qualified candidates for a Heart Failure Cardiologist to lead the inpatient management of cardiogenic shock and advanced heart failure at SSM Health-Saint Louis University Hospital. The successful candidate will develop inpatient shock management protocols in an academic setting and lay the groundwork for a hub-and-spoke shock referral network.
The physician’s clinical role will focus on the inpatient management of patients with shock and advanced heart failure. All our physicians have outpatient and/or outreach clinics. Additional imaging responsibilities will depend on the candidate’s prior experience and interest. The physician’s administrative role will focus on protocol development, specifically with regards to percutaneous mechanical cardiac support and escalation of pharmacologic treatment. This role offers the possibility of Medical Directorship depending on the candidate’s experience and documented commitment to program development.
Preference will be given to candidates with subspecialty fellowship training in interventional heart failure or advanced heart failure or interventional cardiology. Clinician Scientist track will be considered for appropriate candidates. Active licenses in Missouri and Illinois states are expected prior to start date.
Requirements:
- Qualified candidates will be board certified/board eligible in cardiology
- Academic appointment will be commensurate with the candidate's credentials and experience
Job Highlights:
- Flexible scheduling
- Excellent work-life balance
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Teaching and research opportunities in a collegial environment
How to apply:
Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, application, and current curriculum vitae to:
Kishore J. Harjai, MD, MMM, FACC, FSCAI
Harlene and Marvin Wool Endowed Professor in Cardiology
Director, Division of Cardiology
Attention: Devi Kabaleeswaran
Devi.Kabaleeswaran@ssmhealth.com
About SLUCare Physician Group and SSM Health:
SLUCare Physician Group and SSM Health have partnered for decades to provide exceptional medical services to patients at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital, St. Mary’s Hospital, and most recently Saint Louis University Hospital.
SLUCare’s 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 Group’s 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.
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 committed to equal employment opportunity based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by 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
Kathy Quinn, CPRP Talent Acquisition Partner, Provider
- Phone: 314-989-6799
- Email: Click to email
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