Academic Physician - MD/DO - Critical Care Intensivist

SSM Health Care System; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SLUCare Physician Group, the academic medical practice of Saint Louis University School of Medicine, seeks a PRN Critical Care Physician to provide supplemental coverage within our Critical Care Medicine program.

This flexible opportunity is ideal for physicians seeking part-time or additional clinical work, with preference given to candidates interested in overnight coverage and those with Sleep Medicine training or experience.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Critical Care Medicine.
• Pulmonary/Critical Care physicians encouraged to apply.
• Sleep Medicine fellowship training or board certification preferred.
• Interest in night coverage and flexible scheduling.
• Eligible for Missouri medical licensure and DEA registration.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient critical care coverage in adult ICUs on an as-needed basis
• Support overnight and weekend coverage needs
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage critically ill patients
• Collaborate with advanced practice providers, residents, fellows, nursing staff, and consulting services
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and care coordination
• Support teaching and supervision of residents and fellows when applicable
• Maintain timely and accurate medical documentation

Skills

Critical Care

Education

Board Certification or Board Eligible in Critical Care Medicine

Sleep Medicine fellowship training or board certification

Job description

Job Description

SLUCare Physician Group, the academic medical practice of Saint Louis University School of Medicine, is seeking a PRN Critical Care Physician to provide supplemental coverage within our Critical Care Medicine program. This flexible opportunity is ideal for physicians seeking part-time or additional clinical work, with preference given to candidates interested in overnight coverage and those with Sleep Medicine training or experience.

The physician will provide high-quality critical care services in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team while supporting the academic mission of Saint Louis University.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient critical care coverage in adult intensive care units on an as-needed basis
• Support overnight and weekend coverage needs
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage critically ill patients
• Collaborate with advanced practice providers, residents, fellows, nursing staff, and consulting services
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and care coordination
• Support teaching and supervision of residents and fellows when applicable
• Maintain timely and accurate medical documentation

Preferred Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Critical Care Medicine
• Pulmonary/Critical Care physicians encouraged to apply
• Sleep Medicine fellowship training or board certification preferred
• Interest in night coverage and flexible scheduling
• Eligible for Missouri medical licensure and DEA registration

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.

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