Physician, Surgery, Plastic Surgery

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Academic opportunities

Job summary

West Virginia University Health System in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, seeks a Board Certified or eligible Plastic Surgeon to join an established private practice embedded in a major academic health system. You will balance autonomy with academic resources, mentorship, and a robust referral network, while delivering cosmetic and reconstructive care.

The position offers university-backed clinical support, teaching opportunities, and the potential for leadership development within WVU Medicine.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required and eligibility for state medical license
• Completion of an accredited Plastic Surgery residency
• Board certification or eligibility in Plastic Surgery
• Fellowship training is encouraged but not required
• Interest in developing both reconstructive and aesthetic surgery practices
• Commitment to providing exceptional patient-centered care

Responsibilities

• Practice Plastic Surgery with reconstructive and aesthetic emphasis
• Teach medical students, residents, and fellows within the academic health system
• Collaborate with a team to grow a private practice within WVU Medicine
• Participate in academic activities and contribute to resident education

Skills

MD or DO

Board certified/eligible in Plastic

Fellowship encouraged

Eligibility for WV licensure

Reconstructive & aesthetic interest

Patient-centered care

Education

Completion of accredited Plastic Surgery residency

MD or DO degree

West Virginia medical licensure eligibility

Fellowship in Plastic Surgery

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.

Plastic Surgeon Opportunity

Shepherdstown, West Virginia | Community Practice Backed by a Major Academic Health System

The Best of Both Worlds: Build Your Practice with Autonomy and Academic Support

We are seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon to join an established and growing practice in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, part of WVU Medicine, an nationally recognized university health system. This opportunity offers a rare combination of private practice autonomy, academic affiliation, and comprehensive institutional support, allowing you to build the career you want while enjoying an exceptional quality of life.

Whether your passion lies in cosmetic surgery, reconstructive surgery, or a balanced mix of both, this position offers the clinical breadth, mentorship, and resources to develop a thriving practice without the typical barriers of private practice ownership.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Established Practice with Planned Succession

Join a respected plastic surgery practice led by a seasoned surgeon who is approaching retirement and committed to a thoughtful transition of care and practice leadership. This creates a unique opportunity to inherit an established referral base, strong community reputation, and ongoing patient demand.

Academic Environment Without Excessive Administrative Burden

As part of a large university health system, you will enjoy access to academic resources and professional collaboration while maintaining the feel of an independent community practice.

• Opportunities to teach and mentor medical students and residents
• Academic appointment available
• No expectation of around-the-clock resident supervision
• Access to a robust plastic surgery residency program within the health system
• Experienced academic faculty available for consultation, collaboration, and support when needed
• Guaranteed block time in an outpatient surgery center with a private practice ambiance, with access to Berkeley Medical Center and Jefferson Medical Center

Practice with True Breadth

Current services include:

Breast Surgery

• Breast reconstruction
• Breast reduction
• Mastopexy
• Breast augmentation
• Revision procedures
• Fat grafting

Body Contouring

• Abdominoplasty
• Panniculectomy
• Brachioplasty
• Thigh lifts
• Post-weight loss body contouring
• Liposuction

Facial Aesthetics

• Facelift and neck lift procedures
• Blepharoplasty
• Facial rejuvenation procedures

Hand Surgery

• General hand surgery and reconstructive procedures

Physicians are encouraged to develop additional areas of interest and expand services based on their expertise and career goals.

Comprehensive Cosmetic Platform

The practice includes a highly successful nonsurgical aesthetic component led by an experienced Surgical Physician Assistant with an established injectable and skin care clientele.

Services include:

• Botox treatments
• Dermal fillers
• Medical-grade skin care
• Cosmetic consultations

This creates a natural pipeline for cosmetic surgery growth and comprehensive aesthetic patient care.

Exceptional Team Support

• An experienced Surgical Physician Assistant who first assists in the operating room
• Knowledgeable and highly invested clinical and administrative staff
• Dedicated scheduling and operational support
• Health system resources and infrastructure
• An experienced marketing team focused on growth and patient engagement

Beautiful Office Environment

Practice in a modern, attractive office designed to provide an outstanding patient experience and support a premium cosmetic and reconstructive surgery practice.

What We Offer

• Employed position within a leading academic health system
• No requirement to purchase equity or buy into the practice
• Established referral network
• Strong cosmetic and reconstructive surgery volume
• Collegial work environment
• Professional autonomy with institutional support
• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits
• Relocation assistance available
• Opportunity for long-term leadership and practice succession and growth

About Shepherdstown, West Virginia

Nestled along the Potomac River, Shepherdstown is one of the region's most charming and vibrant university towns. The area offers a unique blend of historic character, outdoor recreation, and growing economic opportunity.

Highlights include:

• Beautiful rolling hills and scenic countryside
• Access to boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking, and cycling
• Thriving arts, dining, and cultural scene
• Low cost of living compared to nearby metropolitan areas
• Excellent schools and family-friendly communities
• Rapid regional growth fueled by expansion from Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia
• Easy access to Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and multiple international airports

Enjoy the lifestyle advantages of a smaller community while remaining connected to major metropolitan amenities.

Qualifications

• MD or DO
• Completion of an accredited Plastic Surgery residency
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Plastic Surgery
• Fellowship training is not required; however, candidates with fellowship experience or specialized clinical expertise are encouraged to apply and will find opportunities to further develop and grow those interests within the practice.
• Eligibility for West Virginia medical licensure
• Interest in developing both reconstructive and aesthetic surgery practices
• Commitment to providing exceptional patient-centered care

Join Us

This is a rare opportunity to step into an established practice with a planned succession pathway, strong institutional backing, academic opportunities, and the autonomy to shape your future. If you are seeking a career that combines the rewards of private practice with the resources of a leading academic health system, we invite you to explore this exceptional opportunity in Shepherdstown, West Virginia.

West Virginia University School of Medicine - Eastern Division and the Department of Surgery seek a Plastic Surgeon (ranks available: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor). The successful candidate will be expected to practice in Martinsburg, West Virginia.

Duties: The successful candidate will practice in the areas of Plastic Surgery. 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. A successful candidate must have completed a surgical residency program. Fellowship in Plastic Surgery required. Successful candidates must be board certified/eligible in Plastic Surgery. All qualifications must be met by the time of the appointment.

Martinsburg, WV

Martinsburg, WV is in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia a little more than an hour from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, MD close to 3 international airports. A rural atmosphere and a lower cost of living mixed with the easy accessibility to the Washington DC / Baltimore areas make the Eastern Panhandlean ideal place in which to live. While Berkeley County is among the fastest growing counties in the state, there is little congestion and traffic. In recent years, a steady influx of urban professionals from nearby Washington, DC and Baltimore, Maryland have contributed to the growth of local telecommuting and high-tech industries.

The West Virginia University Health System is West Virginia’s largest health system and the state’s largest employer. The System has undergone significant expansion in specialty and sub-specialty care in areas such as cancer, heart and vascular, and neuroscience, among many others. The Health System operates West Virginia’s first and only multi-organ transplant center, and opened a new, 150-bed Children’s Hospital in September 2022.

Today, the WVU Health System has more than 2,400 licensed beds, 3,900 providers, and nearly 30,000 employees. Anchored by a 700-bed academic medical center in Morgantown, the Health System includes more than 20 member hospitals that collectively serve a multi-state region that includes West Virginia, Western Maryland, Eastern Ohio, and Southwestern Pennsylvania. To learn more, visit WVUMedicine.org.

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.

For additional information for questions, please contact Betsy Gambino, Director of Provider Recruitment & Engagement: [e-mail]

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Exempt)

Company: UHA University Health Associates

Cost Center: 8435 UHAE Plastic Surgery Associates

Address: 2500 Hospital Drive

Martinsburg

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.