Physician- Nephrology

WVU Medicine; West Virginia; On-site; USD 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

403B retirement match

Significant recruitment incentives

Job summary

WVU Medicine seeks a nephrologist to join an established hospital nephrology group in Bridgeport, WV. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal and clinical skills, with board certification or eligible status in Nephrology.

Join WVU Health System Medical Group (SMG) and enjoy benefits including comprehensive health plans, a 403B retirement match, and recruitment incentives with an initial multi-year contract.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree required and license eligible.
• Board certification in nephrology or board-eligible status.
• Completion of ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine residency and nephrology fellowship.

Responsibilities

• Join an established nephrology practice within WVU Health System Medical Group (SMG).
• Provide comprehensive nephrology patient care and manage complex kidney diseases.
• Collaborate with hospital-based teams to support the SMG System Medical Group network.

Skills

MD/DO degree

Board Certified Nephrology

ACGME Nephrology fellowship

Internal Medicine residency

Education

MD/DO or foreign equivalent

ACGME Nephrology fellowship

Internal Medicine residency

Job description

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

Nephrology opportunity at United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV. Located in North Central West Virginia where you can have a significant impact on the lives of your patients while enjoying the benefits of living in one of West Virginia's top-ranked communities.

WVU Health System Medical Group (SMG) seeks a nephrologist to join a well-established and expanding hospital practice. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal, diagnostic, and clinical skills.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must have an MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and be eligible to obtain a state medical license. Applicants must have completed an ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine residency, and completion of an ACGME-accredited Nephrology fellowship. Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Nephrology.

Opportunity and Benefit Overview

• Employment through WVU Health System Medical Group (SMG)
• Non-profit, 300 bed hospital facility
• Comprehensive health benefits provided by WVU Medicine
• 403B retirement match program with optional 457B plan
• Short term disability plan covering 100% base salary for up to 6 months
• Significant recruitment incentives with an initial multi-year contract

SMG System Medical Group is a member of WVU Medicine, West Virginia's premier provider of advanced specialty care. WVU Medicine is West Virginia University's affiliated health system. Through its twenty hospitals, five institutes, and many affiliates, WVU Medicine provides comprehensive healthcare services to all of West Virginia, Southeast Ohio, Western Maryland, and Southwest Pennsylvania.

Community Highlights

Bridgeport is an economically strong and vibrant community, as it is home to government and private enterprises that includes the FBI, energy, aerospace and health care. Located less than two hours south of Pittsburgh, PA, and within easy driving distance of several mid-Atlantic and Midwest cities, Bridgeport offers residents the best of small-town America with the top ranked high school in the state according to Niche.com. This North Central West Virginia community offers ease of access to incredible recreational opportunities, with West Virginia earning accolades from Condé Nast Traveler and Time magazine as one of the best places to travel.

Contact Information

For more information about this exciting opportunity to join our team, please contact our Director of Physician Recruitment, Donna Bulger at [e-mail] or 681-342-5194.

We are an EOE/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability, veteran status or other protected status.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Shift

Exempt/Non-Exempt

United States of America (Exempt)

Company

SMG System Medical Group

Cost Center

1606 SMG Non-Allocated Unassigned

Address

327 Medical Park Drive

Bridgeport

West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS 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 WVUHS 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.