Division Director - Academic Physician - Rheumatologist

Division Director, Rheumatology

Department of Internal Medicine

Saint Louis University School of Medicine | SSM Health Academic Division

The Department of Internal Medicine at Saint Louis University School of Medicine, in partnership with the SSM Health Academic Division, invites applications for the position of Division Director of Rheumatology. This is a prominent leadership opportunity for a collaborative and visionary academic physician to lead one of the Midwest's most established and respected rheumatology programs.

Guided by the Jesuit tradition of Cura Personaliscare for the whole personSaint Louis University is committed to excellence in education, clinical care, research, and service. SSM Health, a Catholic health system, shares a mission to provide exceptional, compassionate care. Together, these institutions foster an environment of innovation, collaboration, and purpose-driven leadership.

About the Division

The Department of Internal Medicine is the largest and most dynamic departments at Saint Louis University, supporting a broad portfolio of clinical, educational, and research programs.

The Division of Rheumatology provides comprehensive care for adult patients with a wide spectrum of conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile idiopathic arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and other complex autoimmune and connective tissue disorders.

The program is among the most well-established in the Midwest, serving over 7,500 patients annually. Clinical care is supported by a dedicated rheumatology laboratory offering advanced immunologic testing.

Education and Training

The Division sponsors an ACGME-accredited fellowship program in rheumatology, consistently ranked among the top 25 nationally. Fellows benefit from robust clinical exposure in high-volume outpatient settings and provide inpatient consultation at:

SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital

The Division has a strong commitment to trainee mentorship and the development of future academic leaders.

Research and Scholarship

The Division maintains a strong and growing research portfolio. Faculty are actively engaged in multicenter collaborations, national registries, and clinical trials, reflecting a sustained commitment to advancing translational research and scientific discovery.

Leadership Role

The Division Director will provide strategic, operational, and academic leadership across the Division's tripartite mission. Key responsibilities include:

• Advancing clinical excellence and program growth
• Recruiting, developing, and mentoring faculty
• Strengthening fellowship training programs
• Promoting interdisciplinary collaboration across SLU, SLUCare, and SSM Health
• Expanding research initiatives and scholarly productivity
• Elevating the Division's regional and national reputation

Qualifications

Candidates must:

• Hold an MD, DO, or MD/PhD
• Be board-certified or board-eligible in Rheumatology
• Be eligible for Missouri medical licensure

The ideal candidate will bring a strong record of academic leadership, a commitment to patient-centered care, and a clear vision for advancing clinical, educational, and research excellence.

About SSM Health

Thoughtful. Insightful. Purposeful. There is something wholly unique and special about practicing medicine at SSM Health. Being here, you’ll experience a remarkable feeling of purpose, fulfillment, and connectedness. It’s all-encompassing and inspiring, and it’s what defines and drives our teams every day. We call it the healing power of presence and it touches, enhances, and advances all aspects of the care we give and the careers we offer. 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. Together – We Care.Devoted care everywhereSSM Health’s healing legacy originated in St. Louis, Missouri over 150 years ago where five nuns, known as the Sisters of St. Mary’s, were called to aid and heal in God’s 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 13,900 providers and approximately 40,000 team members, all working together with a shared Mission to deliver exceptional health care services that reveal the healing presence of God across Missouri, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Wisconsin. With 23 hospitals, 12 post-acute care centers, and over 650 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 you’re seeking to heal, teach, learn, lead, connect, or discover, there’s a place within SSM Health for you to thrive. No matter where you work within SSM Health, you can expect to be cared for personally and rewarded professionally with:• A very comprehensive and competitive total compensation and benefits package.• Extensive support and resources to support continued personal and professional growth.• Strategic organizational investments in practice infrastructure and technologies to enhance our practice efficiency and increase clinician satisfaction.• Generous paid time off and paid family leave so our team members can achieve work-life balance.