Shape the Future of Cardiogenic Shock Care: Academic Heart Failure Cardiologist

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:Community Description:About SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital:Academic Cardiology Practice - Saint Louis Metropolitan AreaSSM 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 FocusLead inpatient care for patients with cardiogenic shock and advanced heart failureCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a quaternary academic medical centerParticipate in outpatient and/or outreach clinics alongside academic colleaguesOptional advanced imaging responsibilities based on your experience and interestsLeadership & Program DevelopmentDesign and implement inpatient cardiogenic shock management protocolsDrive institutional strategy for percutaneous mechanical circulatory supportGuide escalation pathways for advanced pharmacologic therapiesOpportunity to step into a Medical Director role for candidates with demonstrated leadership and program-building experienceAcademic MissionTeach and mentor residents, fellows, and traineesEngage in clinical research and scholarly activityClinician Scientist track available for qualified candidates seeking protected research time and academic advancementIdeal Candidate ProfileFellowship training in Advanced Heart Failure, Interventional Heart Failure, or Interventional Cardiology preferredBoard-certified or board-eligible in CardiologyInterest in academic medicine, clinical innovation, and collaborative leadershipEligible for medical licensure in Missouri and Illinois, prior to start dateWhat We OfferFlexible scheduling with a strong emphasis on sustainability and work-life balanceCompetitive salary with a robust academic benefits packageProtected time for teaching, research, and program developmentAcademic appointment commensurate with experience and credentialsSupportive, collegial culture within a nationally respected academic health systemJoin 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.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.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 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.For the clinicians at SSM Health, being here means being part of a heartful heritage of healing. It?s an opportunity to further a caring legacy while advancing medicine with an esteemed organization that encourages collaboration, empowers innovation, supports growth, and seeks to elevate care for everyone we serve.