Internal Medicine - Critical Care Physician

Take the next step in your career as an Intensivist in Bridgeton, Missouri

In Bridgeton, we are committed to bringing "better" to life-through better care, better collaboration, and a steadfast commitment to our community. If you're looking for a role where you can thrive professionally while contributing to a vibrant community, we'd love to hear from you.

Local Team Collaboration:

• We take pride in our well-established team of intensivist physicians and ICU acute care advanced practice providers (APPs) at SSM Health DePaul Hospital.
• Work alongside a skilled team providing 24/7 on-site coverage in the 20-bed medical and 18-bed surgical ICU, caring for patients across various specialties, including medical, surgical, neuro, cardiac, and cardiovascular.
• Our team brings a diverse mix of ICU clinical practice experience to deliver high-quality, collaborative care.

Qualifications:

• Board-certified or board-eligible critical care physicians (MD or DO).
• Ability to obtain a Missouri license.
• A commitment to excellence in clinical service, with strong problem-solving abilities essential for the ICU setting.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and demonstrate proficiency in all technical skills required in critical care.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Flexible Scheduling:

• Full-time physicians work an average of 15 monthly shifts, typically in block shifts of 4 to 5 days at a time.
• We collaborate to manage the schedule as equitably as possible, ensuring intensivists achieve an outstanding work/family life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive care for critically ill patients in the ICU, working within a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the highest level of patient care. The ICU operates as a closed unit, with co-management for cardiovascular ICU patients.
• Collaborate with subspecialty back-up, rapid response teams, and code blue teams to ensure efficient and effective patient management.
• We will utilize EPIC and our internal informatics platform for streamlined communication and patient data management, contributing to an organized and collaborative care environment.

Living and Working in Bridgeton:

Bridgeton isn't just where we work-it's where we live, connect, and enjoy the convenience of a suburban lifestyle with easy access to the best of St. Louis. With its parks, recreational activities, and family-friendly neighborhoods, Bridgeton offers a welcoming community atmosphere. From local events to a strong sense of community, Bridgeton is the perfect place to call home.

Compensation:

• Compensation aligned with industry standards.

Cathy Harbert, Director of Clinical Recruitment