Academic Physician - MD/DO - Geriatrician

SSM Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous PTO

Retirement plans (403(b), 401(k))

Wellness program

Job summary

Direct Jobs is seeking a full-time Academic Geriatric Physician for the SLUcare Physician Group in St. Louis, Missouri. This role involves providing clinical care, teaching students and residents, and engaging in research within an internationally recognized geriatric medicine program. The position is Monday to Friday, offering a comprehensive benefits package that supports work/life balance and professional growth. Candidates must hold a medical degree with specialization in Geriatric Medicine.

Qualifications

• Must be board-certified in Geriatric Medicine.
• Experience in academic medicine and clinical services required.
• Commitment to teaching and mentorship of trainees.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care in ambulatory and inpatient settings.
• Teach and supervise medical students and residents.
• Engage in research and academic activities.

Skills

Clinical care expertise

Teaching and mentoring

Research in geriatric medicine

Interpersonal communication

Education

Medical degree with residency in Geriatric Medicine

Job description

SLUCare Physician Group, a member of SSM Healthis actively recruiting for a full-time Academic Geriatric Physician. SLUCare Physician Group geriatric specialists are internationally recognized experts on aging. As physician researchers and educators with Saint Louis University School of Medicine, our doctors have developed geriatric assessment tools and techniques used throughout the world.

Job Details

• Clinical opportunities include ambulatory medicine clinics, long-term and skilled nursing facilities, and inpatient care.
• Teaching and oversight of students, residents and fellows in all clinical care sites.
• Support for geriatric medicine and palliative care fellowship programs.
• Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm academic/clinical services

Unique Practice Activities and Opportunities

• Academic practice at a Level 1 trauma center
• Longstanding geriatric medicine fellowship: 35 years of geriatric medicine and over 140 fellows trained
• Academically active at national meetings for AMDA, AGS, AAHPM
• Active GWEP HRSA grant

Benefits

SSM Health provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits plans tailored to meet the healthcare needs of you and your family. The package also offers pre-tax savings incentives, a wellness program, and retirement plans such as 403(b), and 401(k). Moreover, SSM Health provides generous PTO that encourages a healthy work/life balance and personal and professional growth and development opportunities.

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.