Academic Emergency Medicine Physician - Teaching & Research

Department of Emergency Medicine, Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis (WashU Medic; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice coverage with tail

Tuition assistance

Robust retirement contributions

Job summary

Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis (WashU Med) invites Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Emergency Medicine Physicians at Assistant Professor or higher to join our academic faculty.

Our department champions patient care, education, and research while advancing clinical missions. We sponsor a well-established four-year residency with 56 residents and offer fellowships in Critical Care Medicine, Education, EMS, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Research, Toxicology, Ultrasound and

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Emergency Medicine.
• Academic appointment at Assistant Professor level or above (commensurate with experience).
• Demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, education, and research.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to clinical care, education, and research missions.
• Teach residents and fellows within a thriving residency program and fellowships.
• Collaborate across academic and community practice sites to advance scholarly work.

Education

MD or DO degree

Board-certified or board-eligible in Emergency Medicine

Job description

The Department of Emergency Medicine at Washington University School of Medicine is currently recruiting Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Emergency Medicine Physicians at the rank of Assistant Professor or above to join our growing academic faculty. We seek colleagues who are academically minded, patient care–focused, and committed to advancing our clinical, education, and research missions.

About the Department:

Washington University’s Department of Emergency Medicine is nationally recognized for excellence in clinical care, training, and scholarship. We sponsor a well-established four-year residency program with 56 residents and offer fellowship training in Critical Care Medicine, Education, EMS, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Research, Toxicology, Ultrasound and administrative/operations.

Our faculty are dedicated to teaching and mentoring the next generation of Emergency Medicine leaders while modeling compassionate, patient-centered care.

Clinical Practice:

Our physicians provide care across a variety of practice environments:

• On our academic campus, we practice at Barnes-Jewish Hospital (BJH): Level I Trauma Center with ~80,000 annual visits; largest Emergency Department in Missouri along with St. Louis Children’s Hospital (SLCH): Pediatric Emergency Department with ~41,000 annual visits
• In addition, we practice at six (6) community hospital emergency departments across the region, with annual volumes ranging from~20,000 to ~50,000 annual visits.

This combination of academic and community practice settings offers unique opportunities for professional growth, teaching, and scholarship.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Emergency Medicine
• Academic appointment at the Assistant Professor level or above (commensurate with experience)
• Demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, education, and research

Compensation & Benefits:

Washington University offers a highly competitive compensation package, including:

• Generous base salary with differential and incentive opportunities
• Malpractice coverage with tail
• Comprehensive benefits package, including robust retirement contributions, tuition assistance, and family-friendly benefits

Why Join Us?

At Washington University, you will:

• Practice at premier academic and community hospitals across the region
• Contribute to nationally recognized training programs and fellowships
• Advance your career in an environment that values innovation, teamwork, and academic growth

How to Apply:

Prospective applicants should apply using the link below and submit a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to:

Opeolu Adeoye, MD, MS at [e-mail]

Click Here:Opportunity Details to apply through our WashU Medicine portal.

About Us:

If you would like to learn more about our department you may:

Visit us at: https://emergencymedicine.wustl.edu/

Follow us on LinkedIn @WashU Emergency Medicine

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