West Virginia’s only dedicated multidisciplinary Center for
Atrial Fibrillation, bringing together medical, catheter-based, and
surgical treatment options
An ACGME-accredited, two-year Clinical Cardiac
Electrophysiology Fellowship with one fellow entering annually and
historically strong GME environment
An expanding system-wide network of electrophysiology and
outreach services serving communities across West Virginia and the
surrounding region
Close collaboration with cardiac surgery, structural heart,
advanced heart failure, cardiovascular imaging, interventional
cardiology, and cardiovascular critical care
Opportunities to grow clinical trials, investigator-initiated
research, quality-improvement programs, and academic
scholarship
A leadership platform within a rapidly growing, integrated
academic health system committed to expanding access to advanced
cardiovascular care
Leadership Scope
- Establish and execute a unified strategic vision for cardiac
electrophysiology across WVU Medicine
- Lead the clinical and administrative operations of the academic
electrophysiology program in Morgantown and provide system-wide
leadership for quality, access, growth, and clinical standards
- Recruit, mentor, develop and retain electrophysiology faculty
and advanced practice clinicians
- Advance programs in atrial fibrillation, complex ablation,
device therapy, lead management and extraction, and other emerging
areas of electrophysiology
- Standardize care pathways, quality measures, and operational
practices across the system while promoting excellent outcomes and
patient experience
- Develop regional outreach, referral relationships, and new
models of care that expand access to specialized arrhythmia
services
- Partner with cardiovascular and health-system leaders on
strategic planning, capital priorities, resource allocation, and
program development
- Provide academic leadership for the Clinical Cardiac
Electrophysiology Fellowship and support the education and
professional development of fellows, residents, medical students,
and other learners
- Expand clinical research, industry-sponsored trials,
investigator-initiated studies, and scholarly productivity
- Foster an inclusive, collaborative culture grounded in
accountability, professional development, and clinical
excellence
- Maintain an active tertiary-care clinical and procedural
electrophysiology practice
Qualifications
- An M.D., D.O., or equivalent medical degree
- Completion of accredited fellowship training in Cardiovascular
Disease and Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
- Board certification in Cardiovascular Disease and Clinical
Cardiac Electrophysiology
- Eligibility for an unrestricted state medical license
- Academic accomplishments supporting appointment at the rank of
Associate Professor or Professor
- A record of clinical excellence, professional integrity, and
collaborative leadership
- Demonstrated experience in faculty mentorship, program
development, quality improvement, clinical operations, or
service-line growth
- A commitment to graduate medical education, research, and the
academic mission
Leadership experience within an academic medical center, integrated
health system, or multi-site electrophysiology program is strongly
preferred. Experience leading fellowship education, clinical
research, regional program development, or complex operational
growth will be highly valued.
Academic Appointment and Support
Academic rank and tenure status will be commensurate with the
candidate’s qualifications and experience. WVU offers a competitive
compensation package that includes leadership support,
comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, continuing medical
education support, and resources for program development and
academic advancement.
Why WVU Medicine
The West Virginia University Health System, operating as WVU
Medicine, is West Virginia’s largest health system and largest
private employer. The system includes 25 hospitals, more than 3,400
licensed beds, 4,600 providers, and 35,000 employees. Its flagship,
J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, is an 880-bed academic medical center
in Morgantown, WV.
WVU Medicine is building an integrated, multi-state system of
advanced specialty care, with the WVU Heart & Vascular
Institute serving as a central driver of clinical innovation,
regional access, education, and research. The incoming Division
Chief will have the opportunity to build a lasting legacy by
advancing heart rhythm care for a large, diverse, and historically
underserved patient population.
Life in Morgantown
Morgantown combines the energy and amenities of a university
community with an affordable cost of living, excellent outdoor
recreation, and a family-friendly environment. The city is located
approximately 75 miles south of Pittsburgh and within driving
distance of Washington, D.C., and Baltimore.
Application
Qualified candidates should submit a curriculum vitae and letter of
interest to:
Erin Mills, CPRP
Manager, Physician & Provider Talent Management
erin.mills@wvumedicine.org
Applications will be reviewed as received and accepted until the
position is filled. Nominations are welcome.
WVU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity among
our faculty, staff, and students and invite applications from all
qualified individuals.
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Cost Center:
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Morgantown
West Virginia
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