Position Overview
SSM Health SLUCare Physician Group, the academic medical practice of Saint Louis University School of Medicine, is seeking a dedicated and academically oriented Hematologist/Oncologist to join our expanding Division of Hematology and Oncology. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a growing clinical, research, and teaching program within a mission-driven, patient-centered academic environment.
The successful candidate will join a collaborative team committed to excellence in clinical care, medical education, and scholarly activity. Faculty rank (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) will be determined by qualifications and experience.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical
- Provide high-quality inpatient and outpatient care in hematology and medical oncology
- Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards and collaborate with specialists across the health system
- Develop a clinical focus area aligned with division needs and candidate expertise (e.g., malignant hematology, solid tumors, benign hematology)
Academic & Teaching
- Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows
- Participate in curriculum development and educational initiatives within the School of Medicine
- Serve as a role model for professionalism and evidence-based practice.
Research & Scholarly Activity
- Engage in clinical, translational, or outcomes-based research
- Contribute to publications, presentations, and grant activity as appropriate
- Support the division's commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and improving patient outcomes
Service
- Participate in divisional, departmental, and institutional committees
- Support the academic mission of Saint Louis University and SSM Health SLUCare
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree
- Board certified or board eligible in Hematology and/or Medical Oncology
- Eligibility for Missouri medical licensure
- Demonstrated commitment to academic medicine, teaching, and scholarly activity
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative mindset
Why Join SLUCare?
- A vibrant academic environment with opportunities for professional growth
- Access to robust clinical programs, research infrastructure, and multidisciplinary collaboration
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
About SLUCare Physician Group and SSM Health
SLUCare Physician Group and SSM Health have partnered for decades to provide exceptional medical services to patients at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital, and, most recently SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital.
SLUCare's more than 600 faculty, other academic medical professionals, and staff are now a dedicated academic physician division within SSM Health and continue their work as researchers and educators. They will collaborate with SSM Health Medical Group's more than 600 community-based providers to deliver care at more than 50 physician office locations, as well as through comprehensive virtual and digital health services.
Our continued investment in our physicians and their practices reflects the commitment we have to advancing health care for the communities we serve.
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.
Facility & Address
- MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University West Pavilion
- 3655 Vista Ave Saint Louis, MO 63110
Contact Information
Hollie Moore, CPRP Physician and Provider Recruiter
- Phone: 557-207-1147
About SSM Health
Practicing Here
Thoughtful. Insightful. Purposeful.
There is something wholly unique and special about practicing medicine at SSM Health. Being here, you'll experience a remarkable feeling of purpose, fulfillment, and connectedness. It's all-encompassing and inspiring, and it's what defines and drives our teams every day. We call it the healing power of presence and it touches, enhances, and advances all aspects of the care we give and the careers we offer.
For the clinicians at SSM Health, being here means being part of a heartful heritage of healing. It's an opportunity to further a caring legacy while advancing medicine with an esteemed organization that encourages collaboration, empowers innovation, supports growth, and seeks to elevate care for everyone we serve.
Together - We Care.
Devoted care everywhere
SSM Health's healing legacy originated in St. Louis, Missouri over 150 years ago where five nuns, known as the Sisters of St. Mary's, were called to aid and heal in God's name. Since those humble beginnings, SSM Health has grown to become one of the largest Catholic not-for-profit integrated health systems serving the Midwest. Today, our healing ministry includes over 13,900 providers and approximately 40,000 team members, all working together with a shared Mission to deliver exceptional health care services that reveal the healing presence of God across Missouri, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Wisconsin.
With 23 hospitals, 12 post-acute care centers, and over 650 physician offices and specialty care clinics spread across four states, SSM Health offers a world of opportunities where clinicians can do a world of good. Whether you're seeking to heal, teach, learn, lead, connect, or discover, there's a place within SSM Health for you to thrive.
No matter where you work within SSM Health, you can expect to be cared for personally and rewarded professionally with:
- A very comprehensive and competitive total compensation and benefits package.
- Extensive support and resources to support continued personal and professional growth.
- Strategic organizational investments in practice infrastructure and technologies to enhance our practice efficiency and increase clinician satisfaction.
- Generous paid time off and paid family leave so our team members can achieve work-life balance.
- And much more.
To learn more about our culture of care or to explore our full list of physician and advanced practice provider opportunities, visit JoinSSMHealth.com.
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