SSM Health
The Department of Pediatrics at SSM Cardinal Glennon Childrens Hospital is excited to invite applications for a full-time, board-certified or board-eligible Non-invasive Imaging Pediatric Cardiologist to join our dynamic Division of Pediatric Cardiology. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a well-established group of academic cardiologists dedicated to providing outstanding care to children with heart conditions.
Our Cardiology division is situated within the state-of-the-art Dorothy and Larry Dallas Heart Center at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Childrens Hospital. The facility includes a robust congenital heart surgery program, a 65-bed Level IV neonatal intensive care unit, a 20-bed pediatric intensive care unit, a hybrid cardiac catheterization lab, and a dedicated electrophysiology laboratory. As a free-standing children’s hospital, we are proud to be affiliated with the esteemed Saint Louis University School of Medicine, hosting a vibrant community of dedicated professionals including eleven pediatric cardiologists and a pediatric cardiology fellowship program.
Primary Responsibilities:
Participate in rotating call coverage with a team of 10 pediatric cardiologists.
Provide care in outpatient cardiology clinics, including outreach programs.
Perform transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE) and transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE) in the operating room.
Engage in cardiac CT/MRI, with preference for candidates skilled in these areas.
Conduct fetal echocardiograms, with preference for those with experience in this domain.
The ideal candidate will join our advanced imaging team at the capacity of Instructor, Assistant, or Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics. Applicants must possess an M.D. or equivalent degree, be board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric Cardiology by the American Board of Pediatrics, and be eligible for medical licensure in Missouri. Completion of an ACGME-accredited 3-year fellowship in Pediatric Cardiology is required, with additional training in advanced cardiac imaging preferred. We welcome visa candidates to apply.
We are looking for candidates who have a keen interest in clinical and/or translational research, though basic science opportunities are also available. Academic clinical appointments will be coordinated at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine, with academic rank based on qualifications and experience.
Interested candidates may submit a cover letter and current CV to Vernat Exil, MD, Professor of Pediatrics and Director of Pediatric Cardiology, Saint Louis University School of Medicine, 1465 South Grand Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63104.
SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Childrens Hospital is committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to children and teenagers. With more than 200 specialists and over 60 pediatric services, we are dedicated to excellence in healthcare.
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