Neurology Physician Job with SSM Health in Saint Louis, MO

PracticeLink; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Academic Headache Specialist to join their expanding Department of Neurology. This role offers early and mid-career candidates the chance to lead a headache specialty clinic, with support for clinical leadership training and research opportunities. The department is committed to growth in all neurologic subspecialties and provides a comprehensive benefits package, including generous vacation time and a CME allowance. St. Louis offers a vibrant lifestyle with cultural and recreational opportunities, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking balance.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plans with employer match

6 weeks of vacation

$5,000 annual CME allowance

Sign-on bonus

Retention bonus

Qualifications

• Licensed physician and neurologist with experience in headache treatments.
• Interest in education, research, and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Run a headache specialty clinic with support for leadership training.
• Engage in research and educational roles.

Skills

Headache treatments

Clinical leadership

Education

Research

Quality improvement

Education

MD or DO degree

Board certification in neurology

Fellowship training in headache

Job description

Neurology Physician Job with SSM Health in Saint Louis, MO

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Position Overview

SLUCare Neurology is seeking an Academic Headache Specialist for either early or mid-career with additional leadership opportunities. With the recruitment of a new permanent chair and a commitment to significant 5-year growth in Neurosciences, the Department of Neurology at Saint Louis University (SLU) School of Medicine/SSM Health - SLUCare is expanding in all neurologic subspecialties.

The ideal candidate will be either early or mid-career with a desire to run a headache specialty clinic. Early career candidates will receive support in clinical leadership training, while mid-career candidates will have protected time for research, educational roles, or leadership positions depending on experience.

Department Details

The Department of Neurology includes 22 faculty members, covering adult and pediatric neurology with subspecialties such as neuromuscular disorders, epilepsy, movement disorders, neuroimmunology, vascular neurology, neurointerventional, and neurocritical care. Residency and fellowship programs are also available.

Requirements

• Licensed physician and neurologist with experience in headache treatments
• Board-certified or board-eligible in neurology
• Headache fellowship training preferred but not required
• Interest in education, research, quality improvement, and/or leadership

Compensation & Benefits

• 2-year salary guarantee
• Sign-on and retention bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans with employer match, 6 weeks of vacation, and $5,000 annual CME allowance
• Faculty appointment at Saint Louis University School of Medicine
• Negotiable protected time based on career goals and experience

Facility Description

Saint Louis University Hospital is a 395-bed facility with advanced neurology services, including a Comprehensive Stroke Center, Level One Trauma Center, and specialized centers for epilepsy and ALS. The hospital offers advanced surgical and diagnostic procedures.

About Saint Louis

St. Louis is a vibrant city known for its cultural activities, neighborhoods, and affordable living. It offers a dynamic environment for professionals seeking a balanced lifestyle with plenty of recreational and cultural opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employment

SSM Health is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected statuses.