Academic Physician - MD/DO - Interventional Radiologist

SSM Health Care System; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Louis University School of Medicine and SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital are seeking a Part-Time Academic Vascular & Interventional Radiologist to join our expanding IR program. This role offers flexibility while maintaining engagement in a vascular-focused IR practice and academic environment.

The practice includes clinical procedures, outpatient clinics, teaching, and potential involvement in multidisciplinary tumor boards and research initiatives.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Diagnostic Radiology with Interventional Radiology training.
• Eligible for Missouri medical licensure.
• Strong interest in clinical Interventional Radiology and multidisciplinary care.
• Commitment to academic excellence, teaching, and patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Flexibile part-time schedule with opportunities tailored to interests and availability.
• Academic faculty appointment with Saint Louis University School of Medicine.
• Focus on clinical procedural work, outpatient clinic, teaching, or a combination of all three.
• Collaborative team of Interventional Radiology faculty in a growing program.
• Participation in a vascular and interventional oncology program.
• Engage in research, teaching, and quality improvement initiatives.

Job description

Job Description

Saint Louis University School of Medicine and SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital are seeking a Part-Time Academic Vascular & Interventional Radiologist to join our innovative and expanding Vascular & Interventional Radiology program. This unique opportunity offers flexibility while allowing physicians to remain engaged in a thriving vascular-focused IR practice and academic environment.

Our program has evolved into one of the region's premier Vascular & Interventional Radiology groups, recognized for advanced vascular interventions, interventional oncology, transplant-related procedures, and multidisciplinary patient care. As a hybrid academic-private practice model, faculty enjoy the resources and mission of an academic medical center combined with the efficiency and innovation of a private practice environment.

Position Highlights:

• Flexible part-time schedule with opportunities tailored to individual interests and availability
• Academic faculty appointment with Saint Louis University School of Medicine
• Opportunity to focus on clinical procedural work, outpatient clinic, teaching, or a combination of all three
• Collaborative team of 10 Interventional Radiology faculty members in a rapidly expanding practice
• Participation in a highly developed vascular and interventional oncology program
• State-of-the-art facilities and advanced procedural platforms

Clinical Practice Opportunities:

The practice offers exposure to a diverse and complex procedural portfolio, including:

• Peripheral arterial disease interventions and limb salvage
• Deep vein thrombectomy and advanced venous reconstruction
• Dialysis access creation and maintenance
• Y-90 radioembolization and tumor ablation
• Portal venous and biliary interventions
• Interventional oncology procedures
• Transplant and hepatobiliary interventions
• Multidisciplinary vascular and tumor board collaborations

A Strong Clinical IR Model:

Our division is committed to a true Clinical Interventional Radiology model focused on longitudinal patient care and disease management.

Faculty participate in:

• Comprehensive outpatient vascular disease clinics
• Wound care and limb preservation programs
• Hepatology and transplant clinics
• Multidisciplinary care pathways
• Long-term patient management and follow-up

Academic & Teaching Responsibilities:

As part of Saint Louis University's educational mission, faculty have opportunities to:

• Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows
• Participate in our nationally recognized Integrated Interventional Radiology Residency Program
• Contribute to didactic education and procedural training
• Engage in scholarly activity and quality improvement initiatives

Research & Innovation

The division maintains a strong commitment to clinical research and innovation, supported by:

• Dedicated research coordinators
• Established IRB support infrastructure
• Opportunities for clinical trials participation
• Faculty collaboration in academic publications and presentations

Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Diagnostic Radiology with Interventional Radiology training
• Eligible for Missouri medical licensure
• Strong interest in clinical Interventional Radiology and multidisciplinary care
• Commitment to academic excellence, teaching, and patient-centered care

About SLUCare Physician Group and SSM Health:

SLUCare Physician Group and SSM Health have partnered for decades to provide exceptional medical services to patients at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital, SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital, and, most recently SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital.

SLUCare’s more than 600 faculty, other academic medical professionals, and staff are now a dedicated academic physician division within SSM Health and continue their work as researchers and educators. They will collaborate with SSM Health Medical Group’s more than 600 community-based providers to deliver care at more than 50 physician office locations, as well as through comprehensive virtual and digital health services.

Our continued investment in our physicians and their practices reflects the commitment we have to advancing health care for the communities we serve.

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 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.