Neurohospitalist

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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.

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Additional Job Description:

The West Virginia University Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute and the Department of Neurology seek a Neurohospitalist (ranks available: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor). The successful candidate will be expected to practice at Butler Memorial Hospital in Butler, PA.

Butler Memorial Hospital offers a strong combination of community-based care, clinical resources, and access to a broad network of medical expertise. Physicians enjoy a collaborative practice environment, diverse patient population, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced colleagues across multiple specialties. Located in the vibrant Butler community, the hospital provides an appealing setting for physicians seeking professional growth, collegiality, and a rewarding quality of life—all within a community where physicians can truly become an integral part of the healthcare landscape.

As a full member of the WVU Health System (WVUHS), Butler Memorial Hospital is part of a broad, integrated network of doctors, hospitals, clinics, and specialized institutes across West Virginia, Western Pennsylvania, Western Maryland, and Ohio. Today, WVUHS, which operates under the brand “WVU Medicine,” has more than 30,000 employees; 2,815 providers; and 30 member hospitals.

Duties: The Neurohospitalist will provide comprehensive inpatient neurological care with a diverse clinical practice encompassing inpatient consultations, acute stroke alerts, and the evaluation and management of a broad range of neurological disorders. The physician will have the opportunity to interpret routine and continuous EEGs and work collaboratively with hospitalists, intensivists, emergency medicine physicians, and a multidisciplinary team. This is an excellent opportunity for a neurologist who enjoys acute inpatient care, clinical variety, and a collaborative practice environment. The 7-on/7-off schedule provides the benefits of a predictable block schedule while allowing meaningful time away from the hospital.

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

The WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI) is a nationally recognized, multidisciplinary center for patient care, education, research, and innovation, with more than 300 physicians and scientists and over 300,000 patient visits annually. RNI advances neuroscience, brain health, and therapeutics through collaboration with academic, government, and industry partners. The Institute spearheads efforts to develop innovative solutions for neurological and psychiatric conditions ranging from Alzheimer’s to Parkinson’s; autism to stroke; and paralysis to chronic pain, addictions, and traumatic brain injury.

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.

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 30 member hospitals that collectively serve a multi-state region that includes West Virginia, Western Maryland, Eastern Ohio, and Western Pennsylvania.

Build your legacy as you serve, teach, learn and make a difference from day one.  To learn more, visithttps://rni.wvumedicine.org and apply online at https://wvumedicine.org/careers/. For additional information, contact Pam Furbee, Senior Physician Recruiter, at [email protected].

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.

JR26-49019

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Exempt)

Company:

UHA University Health Associates

Cost Center:

7580 UHA Neurology Butler

Address:

ButlerPennsylvania

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.