Academic Chief of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Opportunity with WVU Medicine in Morgantown, WV for WVU Medicine (2024)

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Internal Number: JR24-39202

Elevate Your Career: Lead the Future of Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Are you an accomplished gastroenterologist seeking a rewarding leadership opportunity?

West Virginia University Medicine invites you to join our esteemed team as the Section Chief of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. In this pivotal role, you will shape the future of gastroenterology and hepatology care, education, and research across our renowned healthcare system.

As the Chief, you will spearhead a comprehensive program encompassing general gastroenterology, advanced liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease, motility, and pancreaticobiliary disorders. Your visionary leadership will drive the development of an integrated gastroenterology program across our 24-hospital network, ensuring seamless patient care and collaboration.

Alongside your clinical responsibilities, you will mentor the next generation of gastroenterologists through our robust Gastroenterology Fellowship, Advanced GI Fellowship, and resident/medical student education programs.

With state-of-the-art facilities, including a innovative endoscopy center, you'll have the resources to deliver exceptional patient care and advance your academic pursuits.

If you are a board-certified gastroenterologist with a passion for leadership, education, and research, we invite you to explore this exceptional opportunity. Join a nationally recognized healthcare system committed to excellence, innovation, and making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and communities.

The Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Fellowship trained and Board certified in Gastroenterology.
• Demonstrated excellence in clinical care, education, and research appropriate for the appointment of Associate Professor level or higher.
• Expertise in Hepatology preferred.
• An accomplished physician and leader with excellent communication skills and the ability to lead and maintain a collegial and highly productive culture with a commitment to team development.
• Passion for advancing patient care through innovation.

What WVU Medicine Offers:

• Lead an integrated system-wide gastroenterology program.
• A nationally recognized program with cutting-edge endoscopy center and advanced technologies
• Robust academic fellowship programs and opportunities for teaching
• Research focused on gastroenterology and hepatology, endoscopy, and therapeutics.
• Very competitive compensation, excellent retirement savings and a pension program, and free college tuition to WVU for family dependents

The Morgantown Lifestyle:

• Vibrant college town surrounded by lush mountains and four-season recreation.
• 1 hour to Pittsburgh, 3 hours to DC/Baltimore/Columbus.
• Suburban feel with historical charm and amenities that include excellent education and an abundance of beautiful homes and recreational activities.
• Ranked among best small metro areas for lifestyle.

Kindly direct any inquires, job prospectus requests, nominations or applications to:

Francine Kyaw,WVU Medicine, Director of Physician Talent

c: 719-985-9529 |Francine.Kyaw@WVUMedicine.org

West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.

Minimum Education, Certification, Licensure, and Experience:

• MD, MD/PhD or DO degree from an accredited medical school (employer accept foreign educational equivalent).
• Completion of an accredited internal medicine residency program and gastroenterology fellowship.
• Certified by a board of the American Board of Medical Specialties or the American Osteopathic Association in Gastroenterology.
• Hold or able to obtain medical licensure in the State of West Virginia by start date.
• Demonstrated experience with established evidence of achievements in clinical care, education, and research.