Divisional Chief with Regional Impact - Vascular Surgeon - SSM Saint Louis University, SLUCare

Practice Model: 50% Inpatient / 50% Outpatient

Position Overview:

SSM Health Saint Louis University, SLUCare, seeks an experienced vascular surgeon or recent fellowship graduate to join our dynamic Division of Vascular Surgery. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a high-volume, Level 1 trauma center practice that serves the critical vascular surgical needs of the SSM St. Louis ministries.

About Our Division:

The Division of Vascular Surgery provides essential surgical services for high-acuity patients across the SSM St. Louis network. Our division operates at the 90th percentile for surgical volume and complexity, making this a critical addition to maintaining our exceptional standard of care. As vascular surgery is a mandatory service for Level 1 trauma center accreditation, this position is essential to our mission.

Our growing practice currently comprises 3 faculty members, with expansion opportunities available, including one additional open faculty position and two Advanced Practice Provider (APP) positions planned.

Clinical Responsibilities:

Surgical Volume & Practice Mix:

• Perform 3-6 procedures per week
• Balanced 50% inpatient / 50% outpatient caseload
• High-complexity vascular cases across the spectrum

Call Coverage:

• 1 in 5 call rotation
• Level 1 trauma vascular coverage at multiple facilities (SLUH & CG)
• Emergency Department call coverage at SM-SL
• Approximately 2-3 hours per day when on-call
• Coverage extends across SLU Hospital and expanding network sites

Patient Population:

• High-acuity vascular surgical patients
• Level 1 trauma vascular emergencies
• Complex inpatient and outpatient vascular conditions

Qualifications:

Required:

• Board certification or board eligibility in Vascular Surgery
• Completion of accredited vascular surgery fellowship OR experienced vascular surgeon
• Medical licensure eligible in Missouri
• Ability to obtain privileges at SSM Health facilities

Preferred:

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal abilities
• Experience with high-volume, complex vascular cases
• Trauma vascular surgery experience
• Collaborative team approach

Why Join Our Team?

• Critical Impact: Essential role in maintaining Level 1 trauma center accreditation
• Growth Opportunity: Join an expanding program with planned faculty and APP additions
• High Volume: Engage with complex, challenging cases in a busy academic environment
• Academic Affiliation: Saint Louis University's connection with teaching opportunities
• Team Environment: Work alongside dedicated faculty committed to excellence
• Work-Life Balance: Structured call schedule with defined coverage expectations

Facility Information:

Our providers serve multiple SSM Health facilities including SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital (SLUH), Christian Hospital (CG), and SSM Health Saint Mary's Hospital - St. Louis (SM-SL), providing comprehensive vascular surgical coverage a

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, theres always something to do or see here.

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 Cardinal Glennon Childrens Hospital, St. Marys Hospital, and most recently Saint Louis University Hospital.

SLUCares more than 600 faculty, other academic medical professionals, and staff are now a dedicated academic physician division within SSM Health - St. Louis and continue their work as researchers and educators. They will collaborate with SSM Health Medical Groups 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.

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

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