Additional Information About the Role
BJC Medical Group is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Cardiologist to join our growing Cardiology Program serving Progress West Hospital and Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital in highly desirable St. Charles County, Missouri.
This unique hospital-based cardiology opportunity is designed for cardiologists seeking an exceptional work-life balance, career stability, and the ability to make a meaningful clinical impact without the demands of a traditional cardiology hospitalist schedule.
Unlike many inpatient cardiology positions, this role offers a consistent Monday-Friday schedule, dedicated Allowed Time Off (ATO), and protected CME days, providing flexibility to schedule time away throughout the year while maintaining a predictable practice model. This structure promotes physician wellness, continuity of care, and long-term career sustainability.
Physicians will provide comprehensive inpatient cardiology care while collaborating with a well-established team of cardiologists, advanced practice providers, and cardiovascular specialists across one of the region's leading health systems.
Position Highlights
- 100% Inpatient Cardiology
- Monday-Friday schedule
- Consistent weekday coverage model
- Shared call responsibilities (1:4 or better)
- Opportunity to focus on consultations, and inpatient management
- APP support allowing physicians to practice at the top of their license
- Integrated cardiovascular service line within BJC Medical Group
- Collegial and collaborative team environment
- Strong referral network
Compensation & Benefits
BJC Medical Group offers a highly competitive compensation package designed to support both professional and personal goals.
Financial Package
- Sign-on bonus available
- Relocation assistance available
- Student loan repayment opportunities
- Fellowship stipend available for qualifying candidates
Comprehensive Benefits
- Claims-made malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Medical insurance with HSA and FSA options
- Dental and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to 6% employer match
- Roth and 457(b) retirement plan options
- CME allowance plus 5 CME/ATO days annually
- Generous time off
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
Schedule & Lifestyle Benefits
This position is ideal for physicians seeking:
- Predictable weekday schedule
- Improved work-life balance
- Consistent inpatient practice environment
- Dedicated planned time off throughout the year
- Reduced burnout compared to traditional shift-heavy cardiology hospitalist models
- Long-term career sustainability and professional fulfillment
Ideal Candidate
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiovascular Disease
- Eligible for medical licensure in Missouri
- Committed to delivering high-quality inpatient cardiovascular care
- Strong clinical decision-making and consultation skills
- Team-oriented and collaborative approach to patient care
- Interested in a structured, weekday-focused inpatient cardiology practice
Live and Work in St. Charles County, Missouri
Located just west of St. Louis, St. Charles County is consistently recognized as one of Missouri's most desirable places to live. Physicians enjoy:
- Top-rated public and private schools
- Family-friendly communities
- Affordable housing options
- Short commutes
- Access to outdoor recreation, hiking, biking, and golf
- Proximity to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
- Vibrant dining, shopping, and entertainment districts
- Easy access to all amenities of the St. Louis metropolitan area
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Overview
BJC Medical Group is the multi-specialty physician-led organization of BJC HealthCare and includes over 600 doctors and advanced practice providers who are affiliated with top-ranked hospitals in the Midwest region.
Since 1994, BJC Medical Group has provided access to extraordinary care in over 145 locations and over 25 specialties in the greater St. Louis, mid-Missouri and southern Illinois areas. Our providers are nationally recognized for excellent patient satisfaction, quality health care, and improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
Preferred QualificationsRole Purpose
The physician will provide professional medical services within the practicing Specialty to the best of physicians ability through direct patient care and spend additional time as necessary to perform other related duties such as completing medical records, providing MyChart consultations and inbasket management, conducting patient-specific education and collaborating with advanced practice providers and care team members.
Responsibilities
Manages the medical care of patient panel by providing or otherwise arranging for inpatient hospital care of physicians patients, either through regular hospital rounds, making arrangements with one or more hospitalist(s) or other qualified physician to provide coverage for physicians hospitalized patients consistent with Medical Staff requirements.Collaborates with patients, families, and members of the care team to ensure excellent patient care outcomes at the clinic location(s) designated by BJC and any other BJC clinical outreach location to which physician may be assigned as patient care demands.Performs and documents medical histories and physicals in the patients medical record as required by hospital medical staff bylaws.Provides or arranges for call coverage for clinic patients and inpatient call coverage in a manner acceptable to BJC and in accordance with Medical Staff bylaws, while observing and following all BJC policies and procedures and all applicable legal, ethical and professional standards.Collaborates and teaches advanced practice providers, support staff or any care team member assigned in the care of physicians patient panel.BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.Minimum Requirements
Education
Doctorate - Medicine
Experience
<2 yearsSupervisor Experience
No ExperienceLicenses & Certifications
BOARD ELIGIBLE OR BOARDLicensed PhysicianPreferred Requirements
Experience
2-5 years Benefits and Legal StatementBJC Total Rewards
At BJC were committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
- Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
- Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
- 401(k) plan with BJC match
- Tuition Assistance available on first day
- BJC Institute for Learning and Development
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
- Adoption assistance
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*Not all benefits apply to all jobs
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer