Plastic Surgeon

WVUHS Medical Group seeks a Plastic Surgeon. The successful candidate will practice in Wheeling, WV—a vibrant, historic city offering exceptional quality of life just minutes from Pittsburgh and its international airport.

Join a well-established surgical team at Wheeling Hospital, a leading regional referral center known for its advanced technology, collaborative environment, and strong clinical support. This is an excellent opportunity to build a busy, well-rounded plastic surgery practice with a case mix that includes bread-and-butter general plastic surgery, facial cases, and hand call as needed, offering both professional variety and autonomy.

Duties: The successful candidate will practice in the area of plastic surgery.

Qualifications: Applicants must have an MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and be eligible to obtain state medical license. Successful candidates must have completed an accredited plastic surgery program and be board certified/eligible in Plastic Surgery. All qualifications must be met at the time of appointment.

Whether you are caring for patients at one of our critical access hospitals, community sites, regional, or academic medical centers, we are all part of one integrated system—WVU Health System—providing unparalleled support, resources, and referral networks across the state and beyond.

WVU Health System Highlights:

• Forbes ranks WVU Health System “Best Among America’s Large Employers”
• Ranked Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Healthcare
• Ranked within the Top 100 on Forbes’ list of “America’s Best Employers for Women”
• Recognized commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Outside of work, Wheeling offers a unique blend of historic charm, revitalized downtown living, outdoor recreation, and a low cost of living, making it an ideal place to build both a career and a life.

For additional questions, please contact Brianne Sellew, Senior Physician Recruiter & Talent Advisor at brianne.sellew@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

Wheeling Hospital, founded in 1850, has served patients longer than any other hospital in West Virginia. Today, it is a 255-bed acute care facility with a medical staff of over 225 primary care and specialty physicians.

Now known as WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital, it provides a wide array of primary and tertiary care services. In addition to the hospital, the complex includes the Continuous Care Center and the Howard Long Wellness Center. Connected to the hospital are four medical office buildings. In addition, Tower 5 features a state-of-the-art Emergency/Trauma Center, Center for Pediatrics, Intensive Care Units, physician offices and private patient rooms.

In downtown Wheeling, the Wheeling Clinic, a division of the hospital, houses additional physician offices and Visiting Nurses Services. Also downtown is the Urgent Care clinic in the Stone Center on Market Plaza.

Along with a wide range of services, Wheeling Hospital also boasts a diverse medical staff which includes the specialties of: audiology, podiatry, urology, pulmonology, gastroenterology, cardiology, hematology, oncology, gynecology, pain management, nephrology, family medicine, and general primary care services.

Health centers affiliated with Wheeling Hospital include: Bellaire, Colerain, Martins Ferry, Powhatan, Scio, Shadyside, and St. Clairsville. Physicians also see patients at Wellsburg Clinic, St. Clairsville Plaza and at East Cove Avenue in Elm Grove.

The hospital’s Ambulatory Surgery Center in Bridgeport, OH, offers a more convenient experience for patients receiving outpatient procedures such as gastroenterology, plastic surgery, cataract surgery, podiatry, gynecologic surgery, orthopedic surgery and other general surgeries.

Wheeling Hospital previously was owned by the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston. On March 31, 2021, it became a full member of the West Virginia University Health System (WVUHS) under a Letter of Intent between the Diocese and the West Virginia University Health System (WVUHS). The agreement ensures Wheeling Hospital will maintain its Catholic identity.

As a full member of the health system, Wheeling Hospital is part of a broad, integrated network of doctors, hospitals, clinics, and specialized institutes across West Virginia, Southwestern Pennsylvania, Western Maryland, and Ohio. The WVUHS operates under the brand “WVU Medicine.”

Tucked along the Ohio River, Wheeling blends historic charm with modern energy—think Victorian streets, a revitalized downtown, and iconic landmarks like the Wheeling Suspension Bridge. You get an affordable, family-friendly lifestyle with strong schools, vibrant arts, and endless outdoor recreation at places like Oglebay Park. Its central location puts you just an hour from Pittsburgh, offering big-city access without the daily grind. At the heart of it all, WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital combines the warmth of a community hospital with the strength and innovation of a leading academic system. It’s a place where you can build a meaningful career—and genuinely love where you live.