Saint Louis, MO6 days ago
Role Overview: Clinical Focus Lead inpatient care for patients with cardiogenic shock and advanced heart failure Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a quaternary academic medical center Participate in outpatient and/or outreach clinics alongside academic colleagues Optional advanced imaging responsibilities based on your experience and interests Leadership & Program Development Design and implement inpatient cardiogenic shock management protocols Drive institutional strategy for percutaneous mechanical circulatory support Guide escalation pathways for advanced pharmacologic therapies Opportunity to step into a Medical Director role for candidates with demonstrated leadership and program-building experience Academic Mission Teach and mentor residents, fellows, and trainees Engage in clinical research and scholarly activity Clinician Scientist track available for qualified candidates seeking protected research time and academic advancement Ideal Candidate Profile Fellowship training in Advanced Heart Failure , Interventional Heart Failure , or Interventional Cardiology preferred Board-certified or board-eligible in Cardiology Interest in academic medicine, clinical innovation, and collaborative leadership Eligible for medical licensure in Missouri and Illinois, prior to start date What We Offer Flexible scheduling with a strong emphasis on sustainability and work-life balance Competitive salary with a robust academic benefits package Protected time for teaching, research, and program development Academic appointment commensurate with experience and credentials Supportive, collegial culture within a nationally respected academic health system Join a mission-driven academic cardiology team where clinical excellence, education, and innovation come together. Why This Role Stands Out: In this highly visible role, you will serve as a clinical and strategic leader , shaping inpatient shock care while helping establish a hub-and-spoke cardiogenic shock referral network across the region.