Physician, Movement Disorders

WVU; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU is seeking a Physician in Movement Disorders to join the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute in Morgantown, WV. The successful candidate will provide patient care, teach medical students and neurology residents, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team. Applicants must have an MD or DO degree, completed neurology residency and movement disorders fellowship, and be board certified/eligible. This position offers a supportive environment with innovative approaches to patient care and education.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a neurology residency program.
• Must be board certified/eligible in neurology and movement disorders.
• Must have an interest in teaching and collaborative patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent patient care in movement disorders.
• Teach medical students and neurology residents.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team in patient care and research.

Skills

Patient care

Teaching medical students

Collaboration in patient care

Education

MD or DO degree

Completion of neurology residency

Movement disorders fellowship

Job description

Physician, Movement Disorders page is loaded## Physician, Movement Disorderslocations: Ruby Memorial Hospital (WVUH)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR26-35316## Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. 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 Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute and the Department of Neurology in the WVU School of Medicine**are seeking a **Movement Disorders**specialist qualified for appointment at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor rank. The successful candidate will be expected to practice in Morgantown, WV. Duties: In addition to providing excellent patient care, the successful candidate will also be actively involved in teaching medical students and neurology residents. Qualifications: Successful candidates must have an MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and be eligible for state medical licensure. Candidate must have completed a neurology residency program and movement disorders fellowship program and be board certified/eligible in neurology and movement disorders. All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment. Candidates will join an active multidisciplinary team including neurologists, neurosurgeons, advanced practice providers, neuropathologists, and physical, occupational, and speech therapists for collaboration in the areas of patient care, research and education. WVU Neurology has an active multidisciplinary ALS clinic and the only MDA clinic in West Virginia. Our clinic offers a range of some of the most innovative approaches available including DBS, injections, medications, MR-guided focused ultrasound, rehabilitation and speech therapy. Through a new vision and strategic thrust for neuroscience at WVU, and through basic, applied, and translational/clinical research, the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute is a global leader in the discovery, development, and delivery of world-class research in human performance and brain health. The WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI) is a comprehensive multidisciplinary patient care, education, and research institute providing neurological and mental healthcare through more than 300,000 visits annually. The 300+ physicians and scientists of the RNI improve lives by pioneering advances in neuroscience, brain health, and therapeutics. The RNI team uses the latest technologies with academic, government, and industry partners to make tangible progress to combat public health challenges ranging from addiction to Alzheimer’s disease.**The Department of Neurology**offers patients a full spectrum of innovative therapies for neurologic disease, including stroke, epilepsy, neuromuscular diseases, headache, immunology, and movement disorders. WVU is a Joint Commission approved Comprehensive Stroke Center and Level IV Epilepsy Center. Morgantown, West Virginia 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 and one-half hours from Washington, DC and Baltimore, MD. Build your legacy as you serve, teach, learn and make a difference from day one. To learn more please visit and apply online at For additional information, please contact Pam Furbee, Senior Physician Recruiter, at [e-mail] 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. JR26-35316**Scheduled Weekly Hours:**40**Shift:****Exempt/Non-Exempt:**United States of America (Exempt)**Company:**UHA University Health Associates**Cost Center:**8086 UHA Neuro Neurology RNI**Address:**1 Medical Center DriveMorgantownWest 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. 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