Academic Physician - MD/DO - Critical Care Anesthesiologist opportunity in Missouri

Join a Premier Academic Anesthesiology Program!

SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital and Saint Louis University School of Medicine are seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Critical Care Anesthesiologist to join our growing faculty team. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice the full breadth of anesthesiology in a highly respected academic medical center while educating and mentoring the next generation of physicians.

Whether your passion is clinical excellence, resident education, or collaborative multidisciplinary care, you'll find a supportive environment with outstanding colleagues, complex cases, and opportunities for professional growth.

Why Join Us?

• Faculty appointment with Saint Louis University School of Medicine
• Practice in a newly constructed, state-of-the-art academic medical center
• Diverse and complex case mix in a tertiary referral setting
• Strong culture of collegiality, mentorship, and teamwork
• Opportunity to teach and work alongside approximately 40 anesthesiology residents
• Broad exposure to advanced surgical and procedural specialties
• Mission-driven organization focused on exceptional patient care and physician well-being

Clinical Practice:

• 100% clinical anesthesiology position
• Full spectrum of anesthesiology care including:
• Cardiac Surgery
• Orthopedic Surgery
• Trauma
• ENT
• Interventional Radiology
• Liver Cases
• Endoscopy
• Additional complex tertiary and quaternary care procedures
• High-acuity patient population with excellent multidisciplinary support

Academic Opportunities:

• Faculty appointment commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Teach and mentor residents and medical students
• Participate in didactic sessions, simulation training, and resident education
• Opportunities to engage in scholarly and academic activities
• Play an integral role in one of the region's established anesthesiology training programs

Schedule & Call:

• Approximately 50-hour work week
• Typical 10-hour clinical shifts
• Collaborative scheduling model designed to support physician wellness
• Later clinical shifts receive "first out" status the following day
• Approximately 13 weekday call shifts annually
• Approximately 11 weekend call shifts annually
• Optional 24-hour call opportunities available

Qualifications:

• MD or DO
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology
• Eligible for Missouri medical licensure
• Commitment to excellence in patient care
• Interest in resident education and academic medicine
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach to care

Shape the Future of Anesthesiology While Practicing at the Top of Your License.

Join a nationally recognized academic health system where you'll enjoy a rewarding clinical practice, meaningful teaching opportunities, and the support to build a long-term, fulfilling career in academic anesthesiology.