General Surgery – Minimally Invasive Hernia & Abdominal Wall Reconstruction

West Virginia University; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia University Health System seeks a General Surgeon with expertise in minimally invasive hernia surgery and abdominal wall reconstruction in Morgantown. The successful candidate will be appointed at Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor rank, commensurate with experience and academic accomplishments.

The role focuses on a growing, multidisciplinary practice that utilizes robotic, laparoscopic, and open techniques to expand a specialized hernia and abdominal wall

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required and eligibility for state medical license.
• Board certification or eligibility in general surgery is required.
• Fellowship training or substantial demonstrated experience in complex hernia surgery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Join a growing multidisciplinary general surgery practice with focus on hernia surgery and abdominal wall reconstruction.
• Utilize robotic, laparoscopic, and open techniques to treat routine and complex cases.
• Participate in education and mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows; engage in clinical research and quality improvement.
• Contribute to program development and academic advancement within a collaborative environment.

Education

MD or DO degree

Board certification/eligibility (General Surgery)

Fellowship in complex hernia surgery or equivalent experience

Job description

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.

The West Virginia University Health System, the state’s largest health system and largest private employer, comprises 18 hospitals throughout the state and bordering states. In addition, it includes five institutes, as well as providing management services for other local hospitals through affiliate agreements.

Whether you are caring for our patients at one of the critical access hospitals, community sites, regional or academic medical centers, we are all one WVU Health System.

Work Here. Thrive Here.

Additional Job Description

West Virginia University School of Medicine and the Department of Surgery are seeking a General Surgeon with expertise and interest in minimally invasive hernia surgery and complex abdominal wall reconstruction. The successful candidate will be appointed at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor rank, commensurate with experience and academic accomplishments, and will practice in Morgantown, West Virginia.

Duties: The successful candidate will join a growing, multidisciplinary general surgery practice with a focus on herniasurgery and abdominal wall reconstruction, utilizing advanced robotic, laparoscopic, and open surgical techniques. The position offers the opportunity to help expand a specialized hernia and abdominal wall program within a collaborative academic environment.

In addition to providing high-quality, patient-centered surgical care, the successful candidate will actively participate in the academic missions of the Department of Surgery, including the education and mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows. Opportunities for clinical research, quality improvement, program development, and academic advancement are also available.

Qualifications: Candidate must have an MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and be eligible for state medical license. Successful candidate must have completed a general surgery residency program. Successful candidates must be board certified / eligible in general surgery. Have fellowship training or substantial demonstrated clinical experience and case volume in complex hernia surgery and abdominal wall reconstruction. Experience with robotic and minimally invasive approaches to complex abdominal wall reconstruction is strongly preferred. All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.

All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic, specialized, multidisciplinary hernia practice committed to providing comprehensive care for patients with routine and complex abdominal wall disease. The program emphasizes minimally invasive and robotic approaches while offering the full spectrum of surgical options necessary to individualize treatment for each patient.

The WVU Department of Surgery is dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care and an exceptional patient experience while advancing the academic missions of education, research, and innovation. Our collaborative environment provides faculty with opportunities to develop specialized clinical programs, advance surgical techniques, educate the next generation of surgeons, and grow professionally within a highly supportive academic setting.

The Division of General Surgery includes faculty with expertise across a broad range of surgical disciplines, including hernia and abdominal wall reconstruction, foregut surgery, endocrine surgery, metabolic and bariatric surgery, palliative general surgery, and acute care general surgery. Faculty utilize advanced robotic, laparoscopic, endoscopic, and open surgical techniques to provide comprehensive surgical care to patients throughout West Virginia and the surrounding region.

The Department of Surgery is committed to building and expanding outstanding academic surgical programs and recruiting highly qualified faculty who share our commitment to clinical excellence, education, innovation, and collaborative patient care.

About the WVU Health System

The West Virginia University Health System is West Virginia’s largest health system and the state’s largest employer with more than 3,400 licensed beds, 4,600 providers, 35,000 employees, and $7 billion in total operating revenues. The Health System is comprised of 25 hospitals – including J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, an 880-bed academic medical center, and the 150-bed WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital in Morgantown, West Virginia – and five institutes.

To learn more, visit WVUMedicine.org.

We invite you to view this video and reach out today to learn why our physicians believe WVU Medicine is Like NoOther!

Morgantown is consistently rated as one of the best small metropolitan areas in the country for both lifestyle and business climate. The area offers the cultural diversity and amenities of a large city in a safe, family-friendly environment. There is also an excellent school system and an abundance of beautiful homes and recreational activities. Morgantown is located just over an hour south of Pittsburgh, PA and three hours from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, MD.

Build your legacy as you serve, teach, learn and make a difference from day one. To learn more, visit https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/surgery/and

For additional questions, please contact Megan Core, Senior Physician Recruiter, [e-mail].

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.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Exempt/Non-Exempt

United States of America (Exempt)

Company

UHA University Health Associates

Cost Center

8240 UHA Surgery

Address

1 Medical Center Drive Morgantown West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

University Health Associates and its subsidiaries (collectively"UHA") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. UHA strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All UHA employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.