Physician, Sports/TBI Neurology

West Virginia University Medical Corporation dba University Health Associates; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sports/TBI Neurologist to join their innovative team at the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute. This role offers the unique opportunity to practice in a first-in-the-nation program dedicated to concussion and brain injury management. The successful candidate will provide exceptional patient care while also engaging in the education of future medical professionals. With a commitment to community outreach and a collaborative environment, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the field of neurology. Experience the vibrant community of Morgantown, known for its quality of life and professional opportunities, while building your legacy in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Must have an MD or DO degree and be eligible for state medical license.
• Board certification in neurology and sports neurology required.

Responsibilities

• Practice sports neurology at the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute.
• Involve in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows.

Skills

Sports Neurology

TBI Management

Patient Care

Teaching

Education

MD or DO degree

Neurology Residency

Neurology/TBI Fellowship

Job description

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.

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Additional Job Description:

The West Virginia University Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute and Department of Neurology are recruiting a Sports/TBI Neurologist qualified for appointment at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor rank. The candidate will be expected to practice in Morgantown, WV.

The NeuroPerformance Innovation Center at the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute is a first-in-the-nation program. The Center houses a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary concussion and brain injury team of neurologists, physiatrists, psychiatrists, neuropsychologists, and therapists (physical and occupational). This team is part of a hospital-wide Neurotrauma program composed of emergency physicians, neurosurgeons, neurointensivists, and TBI outreach coordinators.

Patient populations include mild, moderate and severe TBI patients from various mechanisms; falls, MVCs, sports, work injuries, and domestic violence. Special community programs include youth sports outreach, domestic violence support, and first responders. The program is supported by a full time PhD researcher dedicated to neuroperformance studies.

Duties: The successful candidate will practice sports neurology at the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute Innovation Center. 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.He or she must have completed a neurology residency program as well as neurology/TBI fellowship program. Successful candidates must be board certified or eligible in neurology with additional board certification in sports neurology. All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.

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. To learn more, visit WVUMedicine.org.

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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, visithttps://rni.wvumedicine.organd apply online at https://wvumedicine.org/careers/. For additionalinformation, please contact Pam Furbee, Senior Physician Recruiter, at [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.

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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:

33 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. 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.