Physician - Cardiac Electrophysiology

West Virginia University School of Medicine and the Department of Cardiology seek fellowship-trained Cardiac Electrophysiologists (ranks available: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor) to join our rapidly growing, academic, state-of-the-art, employed faculty.

Position Overview:

The successful candidate will have primary practice sites in Wheeling, WV as well as the Morgantown, WV campus. This position is structured as a 50/50 split between Wheeling and Morgantown, ensuring integration with the academic medical center while maintaining a strong presence in the Wheeling community. The selected physician will participate in a rotation with current electrophysiologists in Morgantown to maintain this balance.

Duties:

• Provide exceptional patient care in the field of cardiac electrophysiology.

• Actively participate in the teaching and mentoring of medical students, residents, and fellows.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree (or foreign equivalent) and eligibility for a state medical license.

• ABIM Electrophysiology Board Certification or Eligibility required.

• All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.

Incentive/Benefits Package:

• Competitive salary with quality incentives.

• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, disability).

• Generous PTO and CME time/dues allowance.

• 401K/403B with proportional matching.

About WVU Medicine & Heart and Vascular Institute:

WVU Medicine is a rapidly growing, physician-led, vertically integrated health care system committed to improving the health of West Virginians through patient care, research, and education. The WVU Heart and Vascular Institute includes more than 100 faculty members and 1,500 affiliated team members, offering nation-leading innovations in cardiovascular care.

WVU Cardiac Electrophysiology is currently comprised of five full-time faculty, supported by dedicated staff including five APPs, four RNs, and six remote CIED monitoring personnel. Our service portfolio and equipment are state-of-the-art, and we are supported by cardiac anesthesia, surgery, imaging, and a large general cardiology fellowship program. An Electrophysiology fellowship program will launch in July 2025. Call is uniquely non-intrusive.

Why Wheeling & Morgantown?

Wheeling, WV, offers the comforts of a small town with the amenities of a big city, all at a lower cost of living. It is less than an hour from Pittsburgh, PA, and two hours from Columbus, OH. The region boasts vibrant arts and culture, year-round outdoor activities, and an outstanding quality of life.

Morgantown, WV, home to West Virginia University, is consistently ranked as one of the best small cities in America. With excellent schools, outdoor recreation, and a strong academic and medical community, Morgantown offers the ideal environment for professional and personal growth.

Join Us:

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

To learn more, visit WVUMedicine.org/Heart.

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.

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.