Faculty Physician - OB/GYN: Urogynecology

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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.

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.

Additional Job Description:

/The Opportunity                                               

Innovative approaches in Obstetrics and Gynecology start here. Join a team of nationally respected, board-certified providers who are committed to providing quality care, educating providers, and conducting research to advance the field.

We celebrate and continue to support the evolution of world-class care – right here at WVU Medicine.

West Virginia University School of Medicine and the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences seek a fellowship-trained, board certified or board eligible Urogynecologist (faculty ranks commensurate with experience: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor) to join our growing team in Charleston, West Virginia.

Duties: The successful candidate will practice in the areas of Urogynecology. 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. Successful candidate must have completed an OB/GYN residency program, as well as a URPS fellowship program. Successful candidates must be board certified / eligible in URPS. All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.

/Pillars to Reimagining our Physical Footprint.

By 2035, we aspire to accelerate value and population health, operate as a clinically integrated system that provides full-spectrum healthcare,  and offers easy and convenient access, and a seamless end-to-end experience to patients and providers across the communities we serve.

WVU Medicine 2035 will bring renewed vigor, vision, and dedication to serve the people of West Virginia and beyond.

Pillar I: We will deliver care through a reimagined physical footprint based on regional acute care hubs, an extensive ambulatory network to shift lower-acuity care out of hospitals, and digital care offerings designed to meet the unique needs of our patients.

Pillar II: Our Workforce will be sufficient, stable, highly engaged, and prepared to deliver care models of the future. We will make WVU Medicine an exceptional place to work and will create, attract, and retain talent using expanded training programs, innovative health and wellness initiatives, and a focus on improving quality of life in our communities.

Pillar III: System-wide coordination will enable patients to easily access integrated, high-quality, safe, and personalized care across every site in our System, enabled by digital scheduling and navigation tools and standardized, research-informed clinical protocols.

Pillar IV: We will be ready for our value-based future by coordinating and collaborating System-wide, aligning provider roles and models, conducting applied research to impact rural population health, and integrating Peak Health to align and transform care delivery, beginning with patient loyalty, health management, and frictionless administration.

/Meeting our Aspirations

Our capital project budget for 2024 & and 2025 totals nearly one billion dollars. “Expanding access to care in West Virginia isn’t just a goal – it’s our responsibility,” Albert L. Wright, Jr., President and CEO of the WVU Health System, said.

 /Work Here. Thrive Here.

At West Virginia University, we’re changing the future of healthcare. As a land-grant institution and R1 designated research university, we’re dedicated to responding to today’s health issues and conducting research to combat the problems of tomorrow. Renowned for our rural healthcare initiatives, we bring the highest level of medical care to West Virginia and the surrounding region in the state’s only comprehensive academic health sciences center—where students, healthcare professionals and scientists work together to build a healthier future. The WVU Medicine health system is the state’s largest private employer. Here, we’re all teachers playing a pivotal role in educating and mentoring medical students and residents to help shape the future generation of healthcare leaders.

The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences was established to advance the health and wellbeing of the women of West Virginia and surrounding Region. Our faculty are nationally respected and board certified and are committed to providing quality health care services to all women; educating health care providers; and conducting research to advance our understanding of Obstetrics and Gynecology. We are recognized for our care of women with high-risk pregnancies and advanced Gynecologic problems. Our high-risk pregnancy physicians are backed up by the largest NICU in the state while our gynecologic surgeons are trained in advanced minimally invasive and robotic surgery. Our infertility practice has an IVF pregnancy rate that exceeds national success rates.

/Why this Opportunity?

• Build your legacy as you serve, teach, learn, and make a difference from day one.

• Full specialty support including general OB/GYN, reproductive medicine, urogynecology, gynecologic oncology, and robust women’s health programs.

• A 4-year, ACGME accredited, OB/GYN residency program with a planned expansion to four residents per PGY-level.

• As the largest private employer in West Virginia, WVU Medicine is committed to supporting the health and wellness of its employees and offers a comprehensive benefit plan.

• Help build a comprehensive Urogynecology program

• Lead advanced, ground-breaking research that will further enhance and elevate the patient care we provide.

• Academic appointment at our WVU School of Medicine with the opportunity to educate medical students and OB/GYN residents helping to shape the future generation of healthcare leaders

• Supportive environment to engage in cutting-edge research and scholarly activities aimed at advancing the field of UroGyn and improving clinical outcomes

• Teams include Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Certified Nurse Midwives, Genetic Counselors, and more

• Access to a multi-state network of renowned specialists

• You’ll enjoy great work/life balance with our nationally ranked department in Obstetrical & Gynecological care (2023-2024 US News & World Report)

/Meet the Chair

Brian Casey, MD, joined the WVU Medicine team in March of 2024 as Chair, Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences. Dr. Casey brings with him and extensive background in high-quality healthcare and a commitment to improving care for women in West Virginia and beyond.

Casey joined WVU Medicine from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where he held numerous leadership roles, including the Vice Chair of Obstetrics, Division Director of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, assistant program director of the MFM Fellowship, alternate principal investigator for the Eunice Kennedy-Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development Maternal-Fetal Medicine Units Network, and the interim director of the Obstetric Medical Complications Clinic.

Before his time in Alabama, Casey served as MFM division director, MFM fellowship director at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, principal investigator for the Dallas MFMU Network site, and as Chief of Obstetrics for Parkland Health and Hospital System in Texas. He also serves as an editor of Williams Obstetrics. Casey completed his fellowship in MFM at UT Southwestern/Parkland Health and Hospital System in Dallas, Texas, and his residency at Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, NJ. He received his medical degree from the Temple University School of Medicine.

/Working and Living in West Virginia

Pursuing a career at West Virginia’s largest health system and the state’s largest private employer, the West Virginia University Health System (WVU Medicine), means you have access to many challenging and rewarding opportunities in Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences.

The System has undergone significant expansion in specialty and sub-specialty care in areas such as women’s health, 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 150-bed Children’s Hospital, which includes our state-of-the-art Birthing Center, in September 2022.

Today, the WVU Health System has more than 3,000 licensed beds, more than 4,000 providers, and more than 35,000 employees. Anchored by an 880-bed academic medical center in Morgantown, the Health System includes more than 30 member hospitals that collectively serve a multi-state region.

West Virginia offers a unique blend of natural beauty and thriving healthcare opportunities. Whether you’re exploring the Appalachian Mountains, hiking through scenic parks, or strolling through charming small towns, West Virginia is a place where every step brings you closer to nature’s wonders.

Each season in West Virginia brings its own magic. Spring blossoms with vibrant flowers and scenic hikes. Summer invites you to explore outdoor adventures like rafting or visiting the stunning lakes. In fall, experience the beautiful foliage and harvest festivals. Winter brings opportunities for skiing and cozying up by the fire in picturesque mountain cabins.

West Virginia is home to renowned institutions like WVU Medicine, which leads the way in medical innovation and patient care. The state is also rich in cultural experiences, with local music, arts, and food reflecting its diverse heritage.

/Careers at WVU Medicine

Whether it’s measured by lives improved, accolades earned, or the personal fulfillment of growing your skills, a career with WVU Medicine is unlike any other in healthcare.

Here, you’ll experience a workplace where collaboration and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do. Physicians, nurses, technicians, staff, and management form a close-knit, supportive team united by a shared commitment to exceptional patient care and mutual respect.

WVU Medicine offers an unparalleled range of benefits, and a strong dedication to work/life balance.

Whether it’s ensuring your personal life thrives alongside your career or offering meaningful rewards for your hard work, one thing is certain: WVU Medicine is the perfect place for an incredibly fulfilling and impactful career.

For those looking to grow professionally, WVU Medicine offers access to advanced education opportunities and a strong focus on professional development.

Come enjoy the peaceful pace, the stunning landscapes, and the sense of community that defines West Virginia, where your career and lifestyle can flourish together.

/Contact Information

Brian Casey, MD

Chair, WVU Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, & Reproductive Sciences

[email protected]

Trevor Haddix, MHA, CPRP, RACRMD, RACR

Physician Provider Recruiter & Talent Advisor, WVU Medicine

[email protected]

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Exempt)

Company:

UHA University Health Associates

Cost Center:

8120 UHA Obgyn

Address:

4605 Maccorkle Ave SW

South Charleston

West Virginia

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