Heart Failure & Shock Cardiologist

SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital is seeking a dynamic Heart Failure & Shock Cardiologist to lead inpatient management of cardiogenic shock and advanced heart failure within its growing academic cardiovascular program in the Saint Louis Metropolitan Area. This role offers an opportunity to shape inpatient shock care, help establish a regional referral network, and engage in academic medicine within a collegial environment. The clinician will work in a quaternary academic medical center while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and mentoring trainees. Practice Info Quaternary academic medical center Academic cardiovascular program Level 1 Time Critical Diagnosis hospital in Stroke, Trauma and STEMI Medical teaching hospital for Saint Louis University School of Medicine Exclusively staffed by the SLUCare Physician Group Responsibilities Lead inpatient care for patients with cardiogenic shock and advanced heart failure Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a quaternary academic medical center Participate in outpatient and/or outreach clinics alongside academic colleagues Optional advanced imaging responsibilities based on your experience and interests Design and implement inpatient cardiogenic shock management protocols Drive institutional strategy for percutaneous mechanical circulatory support Guide escalation pathways for advanced pharmacologic therapies Teach and mentor residents, fellows, and trainees Engage in clinical research and scholarly activity Compensation Competitive salary Benefits Robust academic benefits package Protected time for teaching, research, and program development Academic appointment commensurate with experience and credentials Shift & Schedule Flexible scheduling with a strong emphasis on sustainability and work-life balance Qualifications Fellowship training in Advanced Heart Failure, Interventional Heart Failure, or Interventional Cardiology preferred Board-certified or board-eligible in Cardiology Interest in academic medicine, clinical innovation, and collaborative leadership Eligible for medical licensure in Missouri and Illinois, prior to start date Demonstrated leadership and program-building experience for Medical Director role consideration Qualified candidates seeking protected research time and academic advancement for Clinician Scientist track