Addiction Medicine Physician

Addiction Medicine Physician at SSM Health summary :

The Addiction Medicine Physician serves as the Medical Director for the Missouri Poison Control Centers, overseeing clinical consultation and patient care toxicology services across the state. They are responsible for developing medical guidelines, ensuring quality assurance, and assisting with departmental policy and administration. This role involves collaboration with a dedicated team within a large integrated health system, SSM Health, that prioritizes exceptional healthcare services.

Medical Director - Missouri Poison Control - Clayton MO

Medical Director - Missouri Poison Center - St. Louis, MO

• Full Time 1.0 FTE
• Mon - Fri (flexible hours) with on call responsibilities
• Join a collaborative team under the Dept of Cardinal Glennon
• Clinical Consultation for patients of all ages throughout the state of MO
• Oversight of the patient care toxicology services of the Poison Center for the state of Missouri
• Acts as an advisor and consultant in the establishment of operational policies of the practice to include : (1) Purchasing and capital allocations; (2) Managed care
• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Accredited by the American Association of Poison Control Centers
• REQUIRED : Medical Board Certification - subspecialty Board Certification in Medical Toxicology

Job Summary :

Responsible for providing clinical supervision, clinical consultation, develop of medical guidelines, professional education and staff development for the Missouri Poison Center. Additionally, provides assistance to director in quality assurance activities, departmental policy and administration of grants and contracts while demonstrating active involvement in toxicology as evidenced by education, research and publications

Primary Responsibilities :

Responsible for obtaining call coverage by other medical staff members for holidays, vacations and other time off. Responsible for the standard of practice for patient population. Responsibility for maintaining a private office and all clinical decision making within the office during times of service.

About SSM Health :

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 13,900 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, 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 youre seeking to heal, teach, learn, lead, connect, or discover, theres a place within SSM Health for you to thrive.

Community Description :

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 an Equal Opportunity Employer :

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

Keywords :

Addiction Medicine, Poison Control, Medical Director, Toxicology, Clinical Consultation, Healthcare Administration, Patient Care, Quality Assurance, SSM Health, Medical Toxicology