Academic Physician - MD/DO - OB/GYN

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and Rx

Pre-tax savings programs

Retirement plans: 403(b) and 401(k)

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Saint Louis University School of Medicine seeks an OB/GYN to join the Generalist Division as a full-time, non-tenure track faculty member at the Assistant Professor level or above, combining clinical care, teaching, and service in an academic medical environment.

The role emphasizes outpatient OB/GYN care, teaching medical students and residents, and 24/7 Labor & Delivery coverage within a collaborative department at a major academic medical center in the St. Louis area.

Qualifications

• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Demonstrated skill in full-scope OB/GYN care, including surgical procedures.
• Commitment to education, teamwork, and patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive obstetrics and gynecology care with an emphasis on outpatient practice, including faculty, resident, and county clinic settings.
• Play a vital role in the education of medical students and residents across both ambulatory and inpatient environments.
• Participate in 24/7 Labor & Delivery coverage as part of a supportive and team-oriented generalist division.
• Opportunities for professional growth through teaching, clinical innovation, and involvement in departmental initiatives.

Education

Board Eligible or Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Job description

Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Womens Health - Saint Louis University School of Medicine

Saint Louis University School of Medicine is seeking a passionate and collaborative Obstetrician-Gynecologist to join our Generalist Division as a full-time, non-tenure track faculty member at the Assistant Professor level or above. This is an outstanding opportunity to combine clinical excellence, teaching, and service within a dynamic academic medical environment.

Why Join Us?

Youll be part of a mission-driven department committed to high-quality patient care, outstanding education, and meaningful community impact. Our faculty enjoy a collegial culture, strong resident and student engagement, and the opportunity to shape the next generation of OB/GYN physicians.

Position Highlights & Responsibilities

• Clinical Practice: Deliver comprehensive obstetrics and gynecology care with an emphasis on outpatient practice, including faculty, resident, and county clinic settings


• Teaching & Mentorship: Play a vital role in the education of medical students and residents across both ambulatory and inpatient environments


• Labor & Delivery Coverage: Participate in 24/7 Labor & Delivery coverage as part of a supportive and team-oriented generalist division


• Academic Engagement: Opportunities for professional growth through teaching, clinical innovation, and involvement in departmental initiatives

Qualifications

• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology


• Demonstrated skill in full-scope OB/GYN care, including surgical procedures


• Commitment to education, teamwork, and patient-centered care

Compensation & Benefits

This position is supported by SSM Health, offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal well-being, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage


• Pre-tax savings programs and wellness initiatives


• Retirement plans including 403(b) and 401(k) options


• Generous paid time off to promote work-life balance


• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities

Advance your academic career in a collaborative environment that values clinical excellence, teaching, and professional growth.

With care delivery sites in Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin, SSM Health provides convenient access to high-quality community-based services as well as world-class academic medicine, clinical trials, and research studies. The organization’s footprint includes hospitals, physician offices, outpatient and virtual care services, senior care, comprehensive home care and hospice services, a fully transparent pharmacy benefit company, a health insurance company and an accountable care organization. As one of the largest employers in every community it serves, the organization more than 40,000 team members and more than 15,000 providers are dedicated to fulfilling SSM Healths Mission: Through our exceptional health care services, we reveal the healing presence of God.

Richmond Heights, Missouri is a centrally located community in the St. Louis metro area, set near Clayton, Forest Park, and major regional destinations. Residents enjoy established neighborhoods, local dining and shopping, parks, recreation amenities, and easy access to destinations like the Saint Louis Galleria and The Boulevard. With its blend of historic character, everyday convenience, and close proximity to the heart of St. Louis, Richmond Heights offers a connected lifestyle in a welcoming suburban setting.

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, 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.

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