BE/BC Open Heart Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Opportunity

Opportunity Overview

West Virginia University School of Medicine and the WVU Heart & Vascular Institute's Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery are actively recruiting a board certified/eligible cardiothoracic surgeon (ranks available Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor) with a specialty interest in Adult Cardiac Surgery. The candidate will practice in Parkersburg, WV.

Depending on operational needs, a successful candidate may also be assigned to provide services at additional worksites in West Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. In such instances, travel would be anticipated and expected to fulfill said duties at these additional sites. Your medical expertise will make a meaningful impact on the well-being of our diverse patient community. Come be the best at the best! 

Job Details*

Duties: The successful candidate will practice in the area of cardiothoracic surgery specializing in open heart procedures. In addition to providing excellent patient care, the successful candidate will also be actively involved in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. 

 
Qualifications 

• MD or DO degree 
• Will obtain a WV state medical license and DEA registration upon hire
• BE/BC in Cardiothoracic surgery 
• Completed an ACGME-accredited general surgery residency as well as a cardiothoracic surgery fellowship program  

At the WVU Heart & Vascular Institute, youll join a renowned team of surgeons, medical and interventional cardiologists, radiologists, vascular specialists, and others making an extraordinary difference in the lives of patients not only locally, but across our entire state. Ours is a collaborative atmosphere that allows you to practice advanced medicine in a highly satisfying academic environment. Our mission is to provide the best possible heart and vascular care for our patients. We do so by recruiting some of the finest physicians from across the country - men and women who are often recognized leaders in their specialty or subspecialty; investing heavily in new technology; practicing - and frequently developing - the latest techniques in heart and vascular care; and placing the highest emphasis on achieving great quality outcomes. While this position may be based in Morgantown, the WVU Heart Institute operates several satellite clinics whereby all section faculty have the opportunity to participate at the discretion of the department. 

 
 Financials and Benefits 

• Generous compensation package 
• Sign-on bonus
• Productivity bonus potential 
• Relocation assistance
• CME allowance
• Student loan repayment options 
• Comprehensive benefits package, including retirement