West Virginia University School of Medicine and the Department of Pediatrics seeks a Geneticist qualified for appointment at the Assistant, Associate, or full Professor rank to join our growing division and program. The primary practice location is Morgantown, WV, but candidates will have the option of working remotely for up to 50% of their time utilizing telehealth technology.

About the Role:

• Join our group of two genetic physicians, two advanced practice providers, and three genetic counselors
• Practice pediatric and adult genetics with the assistance of additional supportive personnel
• Clinical responsibilities will include patients of all ages with duties that entail a mix of inpatient consults, telemedicine, and clinics
• Active involvement in the teaching medical students and residents 
• The division is also the administrative home of an annual grant from the state of West Virginia funding medical directorship of the state newborn screening lab, and outreach through clinics and telemedicine services.

Our new 150 bed Children’s Hospital has a full suite of pediatric operating rooms, cardiac catheterization lab/interventional radiology, and GI-endoscopy with dedicated pediatric anesthesia staff. WVU Medicine Children’s is a Level 2 Pediatric Trauma Center, with plans to become Level 1, as it is for adults currently. J. W. Ruby Memorial Hospital is the only hospital in West Virginia with a pediatric cardiac surgery program, the only epilepsy monitoring unit in the state equipped to serve children, and the only hospital in the state to receive Magnet status for nursing excellence.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent
• Eligible to obtain a state medical license
• Completion of an accredited Genetics residency
• Board Certified in Medical Genetics
• Additional training in Biochemical Genetics is preferred
• Demonstrated track-record of leadership, excellent communication skills, and publications in high-impact journals

 Benefit Highlights:

• 100% employer-contributed retirement 401, including access to supplemental retirement plans
• College tuition for dependents and employees
• Access to two accredited child care centers
• Discounted WVU season athletic tickets
• Liability insurance with tail coverage
• Relocation assistance 
• Comprehensive benefits package for entire family

Our Health System:

WVU Medicine is West Virginia University’s affiliated health system, West Virginia’s largest private employer, and a national leader in patient safety and quality. The system is comprised of eighteen member hospitals, anchored by, J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, an academic medical center offering tertiary and quaternary care.

Our Community:

Morgantown, West Virginia is consistently rated as one of the best small metropolitan areas in the country for lifestyle.  The area offers the cultural diversity and amenities of a large city in a safe, family-friendly environment and convenient access to Pittsburgh, PA. An excellent school system, beautiful homes, and endless opportunities for outdoor recreation are available.

To learn more, visit https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/pediatrics/ and apply online www.wvumedicine.org/careers. Please contact Megan Core, Senior Physician Recruiter, at megan.core@wvumedicine.org. 

West Virginia University & University Health Associates are an AA/EO employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran – and WVU is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity.

About WVU Medicine

WVU Medicine is West Virginia University’s affiliated health system, West Virginia’s largest private employer, and a national leader in patient safety and quality. The WVU Health System is comprised of eighteen member hospitals and three hospitals under management agreements, anchored by its flagship hospital, J.W Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, a 700+ bed academic medical center that offers tertiary and quaternary care. WVU Medicine has more than 1,000 active medical staff members and 18,000 employees who serve hundreds of thousands of people each year from across the state of West Virginia and the nation.

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