Academic Physician - MD/DO - Child Neurologist

SSM Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Academic appointment with Saint Louis|

Job summary

SLUCare Physician Group in St. Louis, MO seeks a board-eligible or board-certified Child Neurologist to join the Division of Child Neurology at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital, with responsibilities in inpatient and outpatient care for children with neurologic disorders.

The role emphasizes general child neurology with opportunities for subspecialty interests and an academic appointment with Saint Louis University School of Medicine, teaching medical students, residents and

Qualifications

• Board eligible or board certified in Child Neurology.
• Strong clinical training and experience.
• Interest in academic medicine and teaching.
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Academic appointment with Saint Louis University School of Medicine; faculty rank commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient and outpatient pediatric neurology care.
• Inpatient rounds and clinic staffing with residents/fellows.
• Teach medical students, pediatric residents, pediatric neurology fellows, and adult neurology residents.

Skills

Board eligible in Child Neurology

Board certified in Child Neurology

Clinical training

Academic medicine interest

Teaching

Job description

Child Neurologist – SLUCare Physician Group / SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital

Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Employer: SLUCare Physician Group, a member of SSM Health
Academic Affiliation: Saint Louis University School of Medicine

Position Overview:
SLUCare Physician Group is seeking a board-eligible or board-certified Child Neurologist to join our Division of Child Neurology at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital. This faculty position supports both inpatient and outpatient care for children with neurologic disorders affecting the nervous system. The role is primarily focused on general child neurology, with opportunities to support subspecialty interests in neurodevelopment, headache, and neuro-oncology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inpatient service approximately every 6–7 weeks, including morning rounds, afternoon fellow clinic staffing, and home call coverage with resident support.
• Outpatient clinic-based care during non-service weeks: 8 half-day clinics per week, including 1–2 half-days at outreach sites within 30 miles of Cardinal Glennon.
• Support the teaching mission of Saint Louis University School of Medicine, including education of medical students, pediatric residents, pediatric neurology fellows, and adult neurology residents.

Work Schedule:

• On service: 5-day work week with inpatient rounding, fellow clinic, and home call (one full week including weekend).
• Off service: Outpatient clinic-based work (80–85%), including outreach clinics.

Qualifications:

• Board eligible or board certified in Child Neurology.
• Strong clinical training and experience.
• Interest in academic medicine and teaching.
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Academic appointment with Saint Louis University School of Medicine; faculty rank commensurate with experience.

Visa Sponsorship:
Visa sponsorship is currently not guaranteed; candidates requiring sponsorship may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

Hospital Description

Child Neurologist – SLUCare Physician Group / SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital

Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Employer: SLUCare Physician Group, a member of SSM Health
Academic Affiliation: Saint Louis University School of Medicine

Position Overview:
SLUCare Physician Group is seeking a board-eligible or board-certified Child Neurologist to join our Division of Child Neurology at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital. This faculty position supports both inpatient and outpatient care for children with neurologic disorders affecting the nervous system. The role is primarily focused on general child neurology, with opportunities to support subspecialty interests in neurodevelopment, headache, and neuro‑oncology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inpatient service approximately every 6–7 weeks, including morning rounds, afternoon fellow clinic staffing, and home call coverage with resident support.
• Outpatient clinic-based care during non-service weeks: 8 half-day clinics per week, including 1–2 half-days at outreach sites within 30 miles of Cardinal Glennon.
• Support the teaching mission of Saint Louis University School of Medicine, including education of medical students, pediatric residents, pediatric neurology fellows, and adult neurology residents.

Work Schedule:

• On service: 5-day work week with inpatient rounding, fellow clinic, and home call (one full week including weekend).
• Off service: Outpatient clinic-based work (80–85%), including outreach clinics.

Qualifications:

• Board eligible or board certified in Child Neurology.
• Strong clinical training and experience.
• Interest in academic medicine and teaching.
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Academic appointment with Saint Louis University School of Medicine; faculty rank commensurate with experience.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Academic appointment with Saint Louis University School of Medicine; faculty rank commensurate with experience.

Visa Sponsorship:
Visa sponsorship is currently not guaranteed; candidates requiring sponsorship may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

Hospital Description

Located in St. Louis, MO, SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital is a not‑for‑profit ranked among the best children's hospitals in the country. We care for children and teenagers of all ages, from the St. Louis surrounding area, Illinois, and across the country. #CardinalGlennon

As an award‑winning pediatric hospital, we are committed to compassionate, quality care. We offer the following:

• State‑of‑the‑art clinical facilities like ourLevel IV NICUand ourLevel I Pediatric Emergency & Trauma Center
• More than 200 specialists regarded as some of the leading pediatric expertsin the country
• More than 60 services offered including emergency care,cardiology,neonatology,gastroenterology, andcancer care for kids
• Over 195 beds caring for patients ranging from 0 - 21 years of age

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, gender, 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.