Academic Physician - MD/DO - Neuro-Oncologist

World Oncology Network; Missouri; On-site; USD 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Louis University School of Medicine and SSM Health seek a Neuro-Oncologist to join a growing academic neuroscience program. You will care for patients with brain tumors and collaborate with neurology, neurosurgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, and pathology.

The role includes teaching medical students, residents, and fellows, developing clinical programs and research, and contributing to quality initiatives within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurology.
• Completion of a Neuro-Oncology Fellowship or equivalent specialized training.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Missouri.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care for patients with primary and metastatic brain tumors and other neurologic complications of cancer.
• Participate in a multidisciplinary neuro-oncology program alongside specialists in neurosurgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, neuroradiology, and pathology.
• Develop and expand clinical programs, research initiatives, and educational activities in neuro-oncology.
• Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows through Saint Louis University School of Medicine.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical research, and academic scholarship.
• Contribute to the continued growth of the Department of Neurology and its neuroscience service lines.

Education

MD or DO degree

Neuro-Oncology Fellowship

Job description

The Department of Neurology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine and SSM Health is seeking a Neuro-Oncologist to join its growing academic neuroscience program. This faculty position offers the opportunity to build and expand a neuro-oncology practice within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment that includes neurology, neurosurgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, neuropathology, and clinical research programs. The department is actively growing and identifies neuro-oncology as a key area of expansion.

Job Description:

• Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care for patients with primary and metastatic brain tumors and other neurologic complications of cancer
• Participate in a multidisciplinary neuro-oncology program alongside specialists in neurosurgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, neuroradiology, and pathology
• Develop and expand clinical programs, research initiatives, and educational activities in neuro-oncology
• Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows through Saint Louis University School of Medicine
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical research, and academic scholarship
• Contribute to the continued growth of the Department of Neurology and its neuroscience service lines

Minimum Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurology
• Completion of a Neuro-Oncology Fellowship or equivalent specialized training
• Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Missouri

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

SLUCares 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 Groups 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.

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, theres always something to do or see here.

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