Physician-Neuromuscular Medicine

wvumedicine; Evansdale (WV); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute and the Department of Neurology in the WVU School of Medicine seek a Neuromuscular specialist (Assistant/Associate/Professor) to practice primarily in Morgantown, WV. The successful candidate will provide neuromuscular neurology care and actively participate in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows.

The role emphasizes clinical service with a strong commitment to education, collaboration with neurologists and a multidisciplinary team, and

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree and eligible for state medical license.
• Completed neurology residency program and neuromuscular fellowship.
• Board certified or board eligible in neurology and neuromuscular neurology.

Responsibilities

• Provide neuromuscular neurology patient care.
• Teach medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Collaborate with neurologists, neuropathologists, and therapists to advance patient care, research and education.

Skills

Neuromuscular neurology

Academic medicine

Teaching

Education

MD/DO

Neurology residency

Neuromuscular fellowship

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 Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute and the Department of Neurology in the WVU School of Medicine are seeking a Neuromuscular specialist (ranks available: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor). The successful candidate will be expected to practice in Morgantown, WV.

Duties: The successful candidate will practice in the area of neuromuscular neurology. In addition to providing excellent patient care, the successful candidate will also be actively involved in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows.

Qualifications: Candidate must have an MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and be eligible for state medical license. Successful candidate must have completed neurology residency program as well as neuromuscular fellowship program. Successful candidates must be board certified / eligible in neurology and neuromuscular neurology. All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.

The WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute 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. You will join a renowned team of physicians and researchers making an extraordinary difference in the lives of our patients. Ours is a collaborative atmosphere that allows practicing advanced medicine in a highly satisfying environment. 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 and placing the highest emphasis on achieving great quality outcomes. Candidates will join an active team including neurologists, 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. 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 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 www.rni.wvumedicine.org and apply online at www.wvumedicine.org/careers/.

WVU & UHA are 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: 8080 UHA Neuro Neurology

Address: 1 Medical Center DriveMorgantownWest Virginia

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