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Posted 02 August, 2026

Academic Physician - MD/DO - Breast Surgeon

SSM Health
Richmond Heights, MO, US Full Time

Job Description

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:Community Description:About SSM Health:\n
\n About the Opportunity\n
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\n SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis is seeking a Breast Surgeon to step into a high-impact, leadership-ready role within one of the region's most active and respected breast programs. This is a rare opportunity to inherit and grow a well-established practice following the retirement of a long-tenured surgeon, offering immediate access to a strong referral base, experienced staff, and consistent case volume.\n
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\n Join the second busiest breast program in the St. Louis region, where you'll practice in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients across the continuum of breast care. This role also offers a faculty appointment with Saint Louis University School of Medicine, blending clinical excellence with academic engagement.\n
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\n Why This Role Stands Out\n
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    \n Immediate volume + built-in referrals with over 120 breast tumor cases annually \n
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    \n Turnkey practice with dedicated breast-trained team and infrastructure already in place\n
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    \n Predominantly outpatient practice supporting strong work-life balance\n
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    \n Opportunity to shape and lead the next chapter of a respected program\n
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    \n Integrated care model with on-site medical and radiation oncology collaboration\n
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\n Practice Overview\n
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\n Clinical Scope & Environment\n
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    \n Primarily outpatient breast surgery practice\n
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    \n Robust and growing patient population\n
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    \n Seamless access to multidisciplinary oncology services within SSM Health\n
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\n Practice Infrastructure\n
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    \n Fully equipped, on-campus clinic with 3 exam rooms and private office\n
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    \n Dedicated breast surgery nurse practitioner\n
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    \n Highly experienced, breast-focused support staff\n
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    \n Established and expanding referral network\n
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\n Your Role\n
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\n Clinical Excellence\n
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    \n Deliver comprehensive, evidence-based breast surgical care\n
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    \n Provide compassionate, patient-centered treatment across the care continuum\n
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    \n Collaborate closely with oncology, radiology, and pathology teams\n
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    \n Faculty appointment with Saint Louis University School of Medicine\n
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    \n Teach and mentor residents, medical students, and trainees\n
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    \n Participate in clinical education, case discussions, and potential research initiatives\n
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\n Multidisciplinary Leadership\n
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    \n Active participation in tumor boards and care coordination\n
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    \n Partner across specialties to drive high-quality outcomes\n
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    \n Contribute to program growth, innovation, and quality improvement\n
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\n What We're Looking For\n
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    \n Board-certified or board-eligible in General Surgery\n
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    \n Fellowship training in Breast Surgical Oncology (or equivalent experience)\n
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    \n Passion for multidisciplinary, patient-centered cancer care\n
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    \n Interest in teaching, mentorship, and academic collaboration\n
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    \n Strong communicator and team-oriented leader\n
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\n This is an exceptional opportunity for a breast surgeon seeking clinical autonomy, academic involvement, and program leadership - all within a supportive, mission-driven health system committed to excellence in cancer care.\n
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With care delivery sites in Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin, SSM Health provides convenient access to high-quality community-based services as well as world-class academic medicine, clinical trials, and research studies. The organization's footprint includes hospitals, physician offices, outpatient and virtual care services, senior care, comprehensive home care and hospice services, a fully transparent pharmacy benefit company, a health insurance company and an accountable care organization. As one of the largest employers in every community it serves, the organization's more than 40,000 team members and more than 15,000 providers are dedicated to fulfilling SSM Health's Mission: Through our exceptional health care services, we reveal the healing presence of God.

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\n Richmond Heights, Missouri is a centrally located community in the St. Louis metro area, set near Clayton, Forest Park, and major regional destinations. Residents enjoy established neighborhoods, local dining and shopping, parks, recreation amenities, and easy access to destinations like the Saint Louis Galleria and The Boulevard. With its blend of historic character, everyday convenience, and close proximity to the heart of St. Louis, Richmond Heights offers a connected lifestyle in a welcoming suburban setting.\n
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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.