SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital | Saint Louis University School of Medicine

St. Louis, 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 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

Position Highlights

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

About St. Louis

St. Louis combines the advantages of a major metropolitan area with an affordable cost of living, excellent schools, vibrant neighborhoods, world-class cultural attractions, professional sports, and convenient access to outdoor recreation. Whether you're building your career or your family, St. Louis offers an outstanding quality of life.

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.