Academic Physician - MD/DO - Neuromuscular Neurologist - Saint Louis University

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

Job summary

SSM Health Care System in St. Louis seeks a Neuromuscular Neurologist to join a nationally recognized team at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon and affiliated centers.

This is a unique opportunity to work with two seasoned providers within the state’s only Nationally Certified ALS Clinic. The role offers a flexible schedule with a mix of clinic, procedures, and call, involvement in EMG/NCS, Botox program, multidisciplinary ALS care, and strong research opportunities with protected time.

Responsibilities

• Clinic focus: neuromuscular patient care, nerve conduction studies and EMGs
• One dedicated EMG lab day per week under the director
• Botox program support for a large and growing patient population
• Participate in a multidisciplinary ALS clinic model with a team including dietician, speech therapist, PT/OT, social worker, and clinic director
• Strong emphasis on research with protected time (buy-down) available
• Monthly pediatric rotation at Cardinal Glennon for pediatric EMG and muscle biopsy
• Team expansion with a neuromuscular APP joining post-Labor Day
• Mentorship from the clinic and lab director guiding both clinic and lab

Job description

SSM Health and SLUCare and seeking a dedicated and compassionateNeuromuscular Neurologistto join our nationally recognized team in St. Louis, Missouri. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside two seasoned providers-one with over 40 years and the other with 15 years of experience-within the onlyNationally Certified ALS Clinicin the state.

Position Highlights:

• Flexible Schedulewith a balanced mix of clinic, procedures, and call
• Call Responsibility:8–10 weeks per year, 1-week stints; overnight call is taken from home
• Clinic Focus:Neuromuscular patient care, nerve conduction studies, and EMGs
• Procedures:1 dedicated day per week in the EMG lab under the direction of the director.
• Botox Program:Large and growing patient population with significant need
• Multidisciplinary Clinic Model:ALS Patients receive comprehensive care from a team including a dietician, speech therapist, PT/OT, social worker, and the clinic director-all in a single 4-hour visit
• Research Opportunities:Strong emphasis on research with protected time (buy-down) available
• Pediatric Collaboration:Monthly rotation at Cardinal Glennon for pediatric EMG and muscle biopsy
• Team Expansion:Neuromuscular APP joining post-Labor Day
• Mentorship:The director is a dedicated mentor and the lead for both the clinic and lab

Why Join Us?

• Be part of arobust, multidisciplinary teamdelivering cutting-edge neuromuscular care
• Work in anationally certified clinicwith a strong reputation and deep community roots
• Enjoyacademic and research opportunitiesin a supportive environment
• Live and work inSt. Louis, a vibrant city with rich culture, affordable living, and excellent schools

Ready to Make a Difference?

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.

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.