Director – Heart Failure, Transplant & VAD Program

West Virginia University Health System

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    To learn more, visit https://medicine.wvu.edu/pediatrics/ and apply online at www.wvumedicine.org/careers. Practice at a tertiary care childrens hospital + statewide outreach network.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMorgantown, WV

    Description

     Role Overview

    • Lead and grow the Heart Failure, Transplant & VAD program
    • Join a rapidly expanding Pediatric Cardiology division
    • Practice at a tertiary care childrens hospital + statewide outreach network
    • Academic appointment: Assistant, Associate, or Professor

     Key Responsibilities

    • Direct & oversee Heart Failure, Transplant, and VAD services
    • Deliver high-quality pediatric cardiac care
    • Teach & mentor:
      • Medical students
      • Residents
      • Fellows
    • Collaborate with advanced practice providers
    • Participate in outreach clinics 

     Qualifications 

    • MD or DO (or equivalent)
    • Eligible for WV medical license
    • Completed:
      • Pediatric Residency
      • Pediatric Cardiology Fellowship
    • Board-certified / eligible in Pediatric Cardiology
    • Training or strong experience in:
      • Pediatric heart failure/transplant
      • Ventricular Assist Devices (VAD)

    Program Strengths

    • Specialists in:
      • Fetal cardiology
      • Advanced imaging
      • Interventional cath
      • Electrophysiology
      • Adult congenital heart disease
    • Dedicated Cardiac ICU with specialized staff
    • Robust outreach program across the state

    Hospital Highlights

    • New 150-bed Childrens Hospital
    • Only pediatric cardiac surgery program in WV
    • Dedicated:
      • Cardiac ORs
      • Hybrid cath/EP lab
      • Pediatric cardiac anesthesia
    • Level 4 NICU (only in state)
    • ECMO program with pediatric perfusionists
    • Level 2 Pediatric Trauma Center (advancing to Level 1)
    • Magnet-recognized nursing excellence

    Health System Snapshot

    • Largest health system in West Virginia
    • 2,400+ beds | 3,900 providers | 30,000 employees
    • 20+ hospitals across multiple states
    • Only multi-organ transplant center in WV

    Location Perks - Morgantown, WV

    • Top-ranked small metro for lifestyle & business
    • Family-friendly, safe, affordable
    • Strong schools + outdoor recreation
    • 1 hour to Pittsburgh | ~3 hours to DC & Baltimore

    Why Join

    • Leadership opportunity in a growing program
    • Strong academic + clinical balance
    • Make a statewide impact from day one

    Build your legacy as you serve, teach, learn, and make a difference from day one.  To learn more, visit https://medicine.wvu.edu/pediatrics/  and apply online at www.wvumedicine.org/careers.

    For additional questions, please contact:

    Megan Core

    Senior Physician Recruiter megan.core@wvumedicine.org

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