| Position | Academic Physician - MD/DO - Breast Surgeon |
| Posted | 07 Jun 2026 |
| Expired | 07 Jul 2026 |
| Company | SSM Health |
| Location | United States | US |
| Job Type | Full Time |
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SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Community Description:
About SSM Health:
About the Opportunity
SSM Health St. Marys Hospital-St. Louis seeks a dedicated
Breast Surgeon
to join our thriving breast care program. This is a unique opportunity to assume leadership of an established and growing practice following the retirement of our highly respected breast surgeon, who has been in practice for over 15 years. Youll step into a well-supported environment and established clinic with experienced, breast-trained staff and serve as part of the
second busiest breast program in the St. Louis region . This is an academic position with an appointment with Saint Louis University School of Medicine and the SSM SLUCare Physician Group.
Practice Overview:
Clinical Volume & Setting:
Most Outpatient
Over
120 breast tumor cases annually
(2024 data)
Most patients
receive integrated medical oncology and/or radiation oncology through SSM Health
Practice Infrastructure:
Turnkey clinic on campus and supported by an experienced breast surgery nurse practitioner.
Dedicated outpatient clinic with
3 exam rooms
Private office space
Experienced,
breast-trained support staff
Established referral network and growing patient volume
Position Responsibilities:
Clinical Care:
Provide comprehensive breast surgical services at SSM Health St. Marys campus
Deliver evidence-based, patient-centered breast cancer care
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment planning and coordination
Academic & Educational Engagement
This is an academic position with the Saint Louis University School of Medicine and the SSM SLUCare Physician Group. With the faculty appointment, the candidate is expected to support the educational and clinical mission of the institution. This includes:
Teaching & Mentorship:
Work alongside surgical residents, medical students, and trainees in clinical and operative settings
Foster a supportive educational environment for developing surgical professionals
Contribute to hands-on surgical education and clinical teaching
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Regular attendance and active participation in tumor board conferences
Collaborative decision-making with medical oncology, radiation oncology, radiology, pathology, and other specialists
Team-based approach to patient care and treatment planning
Academic Involvement:
Participation in quality initiatives and educational discussions
Contributions to case presentations, teaching conferences, or clinical research
Engagement in academic activities aligned with professional interests
Team Leadership:
Maintain open communication across specialties
Support institutional goals for clinical excellence and education
Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement
What Were Looking For:
Board-certified or board-eligible in General Surgery with fellowship training in Breast Surgical Oncology or equivalent background
Commitment to multidisciplinary, evidence-based breast cancer care
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Enthusiasm for teaching and mentoring trainees
Collaborative approach and team-oriented mindset
Dedication to both clinical excellence and educational mission
SSM Healths healing legacy originated in St. Louis, Missouri over 150 years ago where five nuns, known as the Sisters of St. Marys, were called to aid and heal in Gods name. Since those humble beginnings, SSM Health has grown to become one of the largest Catholic not-for-profit integrated health systems serving the Midwest. Today, our healing ministry includes over 15,000 providers and approximately 40,000 team members, all working together with a shared Mission to deliver exceptional healthcare services that reveal the healing presence of God across Missouri, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Wisconsin.
With 23 hospitals, 9 post-acute care centers, and over 490 physician offices and specialty care clinics spread across four states, SSM Health offers a world of opportunities where clinicians can do a world of good. Whether youre seeking to heal, teach, learn, lead, connect, or discover, theres a place within SSM Health for you to thrive.
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.
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.
For the clinicians at SSM Health, being here means being part of a heartful heritage of healing. It?s an opportunity to further a caring legacy while advancing medicine with an esteemed organization that encourages collaboration, empowers innovation, supports growth, and seeks to elevate care for everyone we serve.
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