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Neurology - Physician at SSM Health SLUCare Center for Specialized Medicine - SSM Health summary:

The Neuromuscular Neurologist at SSM Health SLUCare provides specialized care for neuromuscular disorders, including ALS, using a multidisciplinary clinic model with procedures like EMGs and nerve conduction studies. The role includes clinical responsibilities, call duties, research opportunities, and collaboration with pediatric specialists, all within a nationally certified ALS Clinic. The position offers a supportive academic environment in St. Louis, combining clinical practice, mentorship, and cutting-edge research.

SSM Health SLUCare is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Neuromuscular Neurologist to join our nationally recognized team in St. Louis, Missouri. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside two seasoned providersone with over 40 years and the other with 15 years of experiencewithin the only Nationally Certified ALS Clinic in the state.

Position Highlights:

• Flexible Schedule with a balanced mix of clinic, procedures, and call
• Call Responsibility: 8-10 weeks per year, 1-week stints; overnight call is taken from home
• Clinic Focus: Neuromuscular patient care, nerve conduction studies, and EMGs
• Procedures: 1 dedicated day per week in the EMG lab under the direction of the director.
• Botox Program: Large and growing patient population with significant need
• Multidisciplinary Clinic Model: ALS Patients receive comprehensive care from a team including a dietician, speech therapist, PT/OT, social worker, and the clinic directorall in a single 4-hour visit
• Research Opportunities: Strong emphasis on research with protected time (buy-down) available
• Pediatric Collaboration: Monthly rotation at Cardinal Glennon for pediatric EMG and muscle biopsy
• Team Expansion: Neuromuscular APP joining post-Labor Day
• Mentorship: The director is a dedicated mentor and the lead for both the clinic and lab

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a robust, multidisciplinary team delivering cutting-edge neuromuscular care
• Work in a nationally certified clinic with a strong reputation and deep community roots
• Enjoy academic and research opportunities in a supportive environment
• Live and work in St. Louis , a vibrant city with rich culture, affordable living, and excellent schools

Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply today to join a team where your expertise will be valued, your growth supported, and your impact felt across the region.

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.

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 committed to equal employment opportunity based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com.

Keywords:

Neurology, Neuromuscular care, ALS clinic, EMG, Nerve conduction studies, Botox program, Multidisciplinary care, Pediatric EMG, Clinical research, Physician mentorship

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