Academic Physician - MD/DO - Pediatric Medical Geneticist

SSM Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship available

Relocation assistance

Job summary

SLUCare Physician Group, a member of SSM Health, is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Clinical Geneticist to join the Division of Medical Genetics at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital. This academic opportunity offers clinical care, research, and teaching within a collaborative genetics program.

The role is available at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level, with rank and compensation based on experience and qualifications, and visa sponsorship available for

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Board Eligible or Board Certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG) preferred.
• Certification or active candidate status in Clinical Genetics and Genomics preferred.
• Biochemical Genetics training or certification welcomed.
• Eligible for Missouri medical licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient genetics care.
• Evaluate and manage genetic and inherited conditions.
• Participate in multidisciplinary and specialized clinics.
• Collaborate on prenatal and cancer genetics services.
• Teach, mentor, and contribute to research and quality improvement.
• Help advance a comprehensive genetics program.

Education

MD or DO degree

Board Eligible or Board Certified (ABMGG)

Certification or Active Candidate Status in Clinical Genetics and Genomics

Biochemical Genetics training or certification

Missouri medical licensure eligible

Job description

Job Description

Shape the Future of Pediatric Genetics

SLUCare Physician Group, a member of SSM Health, is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Clinical Geneticist to join the Division of Medical Genetics at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital.

This academic opportunity offers clinical care, research, and teaching within a collaborative genetics program. The role is available at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level, with rank and compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Why Join SLUCare and Cardinal Glennon?

• Join an established academic genetics division at a leading children's hospital
• Work with genetic specialists, laboratory experts, and genetic counselors
• Access on-site cytogenetics, molecular genetics, and biochemical genetics labs
• Collaborate across Maternal Fetal Medicine, Pediatric Subspecialties, and Cancer Genetics
• Teach, mentor, and participate in clinical and molecular genetics research
• Visa sponsorship support available for qualified candidates

Position Highlights:

• Provide inpatient and outpatient genetics care
• Evaluate and manage genetic and inherited conditions
• Participate in multidisciplinary and specialized clinics
• Collaborate on prenatal and cancer genetics services
• Teach, mentor, and contribute to research and quality improvement
• Help advance a comprehensive genetics program

About the Division of Medical Genetics:

Led by Stephen R. Braddock, MD, the Division of Medical Genetics provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient genetics services across the region. The team includes:

• Clinical Geneticists
• A Clinical Cytogeneticist
• A Molecular Geneticist
• Eight Genetic Counselors

The division partners closely with pediatric specialties and women's health services and provides access to comprehensive on-site diagnostic laboratories. Faculty also have opportunities for clinical and molecular genetics research.

Academic & Research Opportunities:

Faculty enjoy robust opportunities to:

• Teach and mentor learners across training levels
• Participate in clinical, translational, and outcomes-based research
• Publish, present, and develop focused areas of expertise
• Advance through a supportive academic promotion pathway

The ideal candidate is passionate about clinical excellence, education, and innovation in genetics.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree
• Board Eligible or Board Certified through the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG)
• Certification or Active Candidate Status in Clinical Genetics and Genomics
• Biochemical Genetics training or certification is welcomed
• Eligible for Missouri medical licensure
• Commitment to patient-centered care, education, and scholarly achievement

Competitive Compensation & Benefits:

SSM Health and SLUCare offer a competitive recruitment package that supports physicians professionally and personally.

Compensation:

• Competitive salary based on experience, training, and academic rank
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Productivity and performance incentive opportunities
• Saint Louis University School of Medicine faculty appointment
• Visa sponsorship support available for qualified candidates

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, retirement, disability, and life insurance
• Malpractice coverage
• Paid time off, holidays, CME allowance, and dedicated CME time
• Wellness, assistance, professional development, and academic support resources

Build your future with a collaborative academic genetics team dedicated to advancing genetic medicine and improving outcomes for children and families.

Hospital Description:

Located in St. Louis, MO, SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital is a not-for-profit ranked among the best children's hospitals in the country. We care for children and teenagers of all ages, from the St. Louis surrounding area, Illinois, and across the country. #CardinalGlennon

As an award-winning pediatric hospital, we are committed to compassionate, quality care. We offer the following:

• State-of-the-art clinical facilities like our Level IV NICU and our Level I Pediatric Emergency & Trauma Center
• More than 200 specialists regarded as some of the leading pediatric experts in the country
• More than 60 services offered including emergency care, cardiology, gastroenterology, and cancer care for kids
• Over 195 beds caring for patients ranging from 0 - 21 years of age

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 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. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com.