Open Heart Cardiothoracic Surgeon at WVU Camden Clark

Opportunity Overview  West Virginia University School of Medicine and the WVU Heart & Vascular Institute's Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery are actively recruiting a board certified/eligible cardiothoracic surgeon (ranks available Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor) with a specialty interest in Adult Cardiac Surgery.  The candidate will practice in Parkersburg, WV.   Job Details

Duties: The successful candidate will practice in the area of cardiothoracic surgery specializing in open heart procedures. In addition to providing excellent patient care, the successful candidate will also be actively involved in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows.

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Qualifications  

• MD or DO degree 
• Will obtain a WV state medical license and DEA registration upon hire 
• BE/BC in Cardiothoracic surgery
• Completed an ACGME-accredited general surgery residency as well as a cardiothoracic surgery fellowship program 

At the WVU Heart & Vascular Institute, you’ll join a renowned team of surgeons, medical and interventional cardiologists, radiologists, vascular specialists, and others making an extraordinary difference in the lives of patients not only locally, but across our entire state. Ours is a collaborative atmosphere that allows you to practice advanced medicine in a highly satisfying academic environment. Our mission is to provide the best possible heart and vascular care for our patients. 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 in heart and vascular care; and placing the highest emphasis on achieving great quality outcomes. While this position may be based in Morgantown, the WVU Heart Institute operates several satellite clinics whereby all section faculty have the opportunity to participate at the discretion of the department.

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Financials and Benefits   

• Generous compensation package 
• Sign-on bonus  
• Productivity bonus potential  
• Relocation assistance 
• CME allowance 
• Student loan repayment options
• Comprehensive benefits package

About CCMC Work here, thrive here! WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center (CCMC) is one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals for clinical excellence. As the community hospital serving a 250,000-resident area for 125 years, CCMC maintains the leadership role as a primary source for advanced health care and wellness programs. The Camden Clark Family Community supports and services our medical providers and their families.

· Access to the power of WVU Medicine

· Level III Trauma Center

· Not-for-profit

· EPIC EMR

· Closed ICU

· 302 beds

· 220+ Physicians

· 2,000+ Employees

About Our Area Parkersburg, WV is centrally located in the Mid-Ohio Valley along the Ohio River, with easy driving distance to major metropolitan areas and international airports. Residents of the Mid-Ohio Valley participate in charitable organizations at a higher rate than anywhere else in the country. Explore an area rich with outdoor activities with excellent trails for hiking and biking and gorgeous golf courses. Parkersburg and the Mid-Ohio Valley offer the perfect mix for your ideal work/life balance.

About WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center

Work Here. Thrive Here.
Founded in 1898, Camden Clark Medical Center (CCMC), has provided the finest possible health care by serving a 250,000-resident area in the Mid-Ohio Valley, comprised of eleven counties in West Virginia and Southeast Ohio. Located in Parkersburg, WV, CCMC is a modern, full-service, not-for-profit, community hospital. There are over 220 Physicians at CCMC that represent virtually all major specialties. Supporting these physicians is a dedicated community comprised of over 2,000 employees and 586 volunteers.
In addition to being named one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals, Camden Clark has received national excellence of care awards across major clinical areas from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, CareChex, the American Heart Association, U.S. News & World Report, among other Healthgrades national awards. Camden Clark was also recognized for its journey to performance excellence utilizing the Baldrige framework and was the only hospital in the State of West Virginia to receive the Platinum Governor’s Award for Excellence in 2022 from the Partnership for Excellence.

University-Sized Healthcare. Small Town Vibe.
Parkersburg, WV is centrally located in the Mid-Ohio Valley along the Ohio River, with easy driving distance to major metropolitan areas. Parkersburg is family-oriented with a sense of community that is unlike anywhere else, it provides a family-friendly lifestyle not often found in urban areas. Low crime, quality education, advanced technology, excellent healthcare, affordable housing, cultural attractions along with a variety of recreational activities.
The Parkersburg area is a great place to achieve a healthy work-life balance. Residents of the Mid-Ohio Valley participate in charitable organizations at a higher rate than anywhere else in the country. Explore our area that is rich with outdoor activities, such as hiking and golf. Participate in community events, fairs, and festivals. Dine at award winning restaurants, bars, and wineries. Enjoy art exhibits, musical performances, sports, and historic landmarks, all at your fingertips.

Be Part of Our Growth
If you have additional questions, please contact us at: ccmcphysicianrecruiters@wvumedicine.org

To learn more about our Physician Culture please visit: https://wvumedicine.org/camden-physicians/