SLUCare Physician Group, a Member of SSM Health, Seeks an Internal Medicine Division Director of Geriatric Medicine Leading Geriatric Division Collaborate in Palliative Medicine Live and Work in Desirable St. Louis

Join our internationally recognized geriatric medicine program with a 35-year legacy of leadership in research, education, and outstanding clinical care. The Division Director will lead the Gateway Geriatrics Education Center (GEC), a longstanding HRSA-funded hub for resources and training tools. SLUCare Physician Group is the academic practice affiliated with St. Louis University School of Medicine. SLUCare Physician Group, a member of SSM Health, a prominent health group serving the Midwest, seeks an Internal Medicine Division Director of Geriatric Medicine. This is an endowed chair position. The incoming Division Director will step into a dynamic role overseeing and conducting geriatric medicine clinical responsibilities, research programs, grants, and educational programs. The ideal candidate should have a passion for research and be driven to achieve peer-reviewed publications and educational programs. The incoming Director will play a crucial administrative role by managing medical directorships, leading a team of faculty members and nurse practitioners, and driving significant potential for growth and expansion.

Candidates must have American Board of Internal Medicine (or equivalent) certification in Internal Medicine and Geriatric Medicine and experience overseeing or conducting geriatric medicine research programs, grants, and educational programs.

Opportunity Highlights

• Prominent Geriatric Division - Join one of the country's leading Geriatric Medicine divisions, including a geriatric medicine fellowship program with significant clinical, teaching, and research programs, as well as a strong VA relationship and affiliation with VA faculty; we also have longstanding success with HRSA grant leadership and GACA grant recipients
• Collaboration in Palliative Medicine - Work closely with the leadership of the newly established Division of Palliative Medicine and its fellowship program
• Diverse Clinical Settings - Provide geriatric medicine services in various settings, including nursing homes, assisted living centers, outpatient offices, and hospitals
• Academic Medical Practice - Join an academic medical practice with over 600 healthcare providers across 50 specialties; we have over 675 house staff in 63 ACGME-accredited programs
• Educational Role - Train the next generation of physicians

Community Information

• Live and work in St. Louis or its surrounding area, offering affordable living and access to world-class sports, cultural venues, and family-friendly attractions. Greater St. Louis offers vibrant communities and amenities without the hustle and bustle of downtown living. Recognized as a Best Place to Live and a Best Place to Retire (US News)
• Named a Top 100 Best Place to Live in 2023 by Livability and a Best City for Young Professionals by Niche
• Recognized as one of the greatest sports cities with world champion St. Louis Cardinals, Stanley Cup-winning St. Louis Blues, and a professional soccer team in a new stadium
• Check out family-friendly attractions like the Science Center, Magic House, City Museum, Aquarium, and Forest Park, where you can skate, boat, or enjoy walking and running trails
• Center for cultural entertainment with the St. Louis Symphony, the St. Louis Zoo, the St. Louis Art Museum, and the Missouri History Museum
• A dining scene worthy of a national spotlight with James Beard renowned chefs offering luxurious international cuisine

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Compensation Information:
$300000.00 / Annually - $334000.00 / Annually