Academic Physician - MD/DO - Pediatric Otolaryngologist

SSM Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Paid time off

CME support

Signing bonus

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

SLUCare Physician Group, the academic medical practice of SSM Health, seeks a board-certified or board-eligible Pediatric Otolaryngologist to join our department as Assistant or Associate Professor. The role blends patient care, teaching, and research in a supportive academic environment.

Located in St. Louis, MO, the program offers robust subspecialty opportunities, a strong referral network, and access to Saint Louis University CORE facilities.

Qualifications

• Must have fellowship in pediatric otolaryngology.
• Board certification or eligibility by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
• Strong commitment to academic medicine, teaching, and research.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pediatric otolaryngology care in an academic setting.
• Contribute to resident education and scholarly activity.
• Collaborate across departments and pursue clinical/translational research.

Skills

Academic medicine

Resident education

Clinical research

Education

Fellowship in Pediatric Otolaryngology

Board Certified or Board Eligible ABOTO

Job description

Pediatric Otolaryngology - Academic Faculty Opportunity

Assistant or Associate Professor | SLUCare Physician Group | SSM Health | St. Louis, MO

Join a nationally recognized academic medical center and help shape the future of pediatric otolaryngology.

SLUCare Physician Group, the academic medical practice of SSM Health, is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Pediatric Otolaryngologist to join our growing academic department at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. This is an outstanding opportunity for a physician passionate about academic medicine, resident education, clinical research, and delivering exceptional pediatric patient care. The successful candidate will step into a busy, established pediatric otorhinolaryngology practice while enjoying extensive opportunities for academic development, subspecialization, and research collaboration. Located in the heart of St. Louis, our program offers a supportive academic environment with access to world-class research resources and multidisciplinary partnerships.

Opportunity Highlights:

• Full-time academic faculty appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level
• Opportunity to step into a thriving, established pediatric otolaryngology practice
• Minimal call schedule - approximately every 15 weeks
• Established patient panel with strong referral network
• Opportunity to develop subspecialty interests and expertise
• Robust clinical and translational research opportunities
• Collaboration with scientists and investigators across Saint Louis University and the regional academic community
• Support from 4 experienced Advanced Practice Providers, 18+ faculty colleagues, and 12 otolaryngology residents
• Dedicated department research coordinator and biostatistical support
• Access to extensive Saint Louis University CORE facilities and research infrastructure
• Opportunity to obtain specialized equipment needed to support research initiatives
• Work within an active and growing academic research environment
• Competitive guaranteed salary, signing bonus, and comprehensive benefits package
• Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Full SSM Health physician benefits, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, CME support, and paid time off
• Practice at the future state-of-the-art SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital campus, slated for completion in 2027

Candidate Qualifications:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Otolaryngology
• Fellowship training in Pediatric Otolaryngology
• Eligible for Missouri medical licensure
• Strong commitment to academic medicine, resident education, and clinical research
• Experience preferred; graduating fellows are encouraged to apply
• H-1B visa sponsorship available

Join a nationally recognized academic pediatric otolaryngology program where you can make a lasting impact on children's lives while advancing your career through exceptional clinical, teaching, and research opportunities.

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, neonatology, 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 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.