Pulmonary Critical Care Physician - Weirton, WV

Role Overview

WVU Medicine is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Pulmonary Critical Care Physician to join our team at Weirton Medical Center (WMCH) in Weirton, West Virginia. As a Pulmonary Critical Care Physician, you will play a vital role in providing comprehensive care to patients with pulmonary and critical care conditions. You will be responsible for offering outpatient pulmonary clinic services, inpatient pulmonary consults, sleep disorder management, performing bronchoscopies, reading pulmonary function tests, and providing inpatient critical care services.

A Day in the Life

Your day as a Pulmonary Critical Care Physician at WVU Medicine may include:

• Seeing patients in the outpatient pulmonary clinic for various respiratory conditions.
• Performing inpatient pulmonary consults to assist in the diagnosis and management of pulmonary diseases.
• Evaluating and managing patients with sleep disorders.
• Performing bronchoscopies for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
• Interpreting pulmonary function tests to assess lung function.
• Providing critical care services to patients in the intensive care unit (ICU).
• Managing patients on mechanical ventilation.
• Performing critical care procedures such as central line placement and thoracentesis.
• Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Participating in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss patient cases.
• Providing education to patients and their families about their conditions and treatment options.

Why Weirton, West Virginia?

Weirton, West Virginia, offers a unique blend of small-town charm and access to larger metropolitan areas. Located in the northern panhandle of West Virginia, Weirton provides a family-friendly environment with a strong sense of community. The area boasts affordable housing, good schools, and a variety of recreational activities. Enjoy hiking, biking, and fishing in the nearby parks and forests. Weirton is also within driving distance of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, offering access to cultural attractions, sporting events, and major transportation hubs.

Career Path

WVU Medicine is committed to supporting the professional growth and development of our physicians. As a Pulmonary Critical Care Physician, you will have opportunities to advance your career through:

• Leadership positions within the department or hospital.
• Participation in research and clinical trials.
• Teaching and mentoring medical students and residents.
• Continuing medical education and professional development programs.

Salary & Benefits

WVU Medicine offers a competitive salary and benefits package to attract and retain top talent. The salary for a Pulmonary Critical Care Physician in Weirton, West Virginia, typically ranges from $280,000 to $450,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. In addition to salary, WVU Medicine provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• CME allowance
• Retirement plan with employer matching
• Malpractice insurance

WVU Medicine Culture

WVU Medicine is committed to creating a positive and supportive work environment for all employees. We value teamwork, collaboration, and respect. We strive to provide our employees with the resources and opportunities they need to succeed. WVU Medicine is also committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that a diverse workforce is essential to providing high-quality care to our patients.

How to Apply

To apply for the Pulmonary Critical Care Physician position at WVU Medicine, please visit our careers website at http://wvumedicine.org/careers. You can also contact Brianne Sellew, Senior Physician Recruiter & Talent Advisor, at brianne.sellew@wvumedicine.org for additional questions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What are the qualifications for this position? Applicants must have an MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and be eligible to obtain a West Virginia medical license. Candidates must be board certified or eligible in pulmonary diseases and critical care medicine.
2. Where is the primary location for this position? The primary location is Weirton Medical Center in Weirton, WV.
3. What are the duties of this position? The successful candidate will practice in the area of Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine, offering outpatient pulmonary clinic services, inpatient pulmonary consults, sleep disorder management, performing bronchoscopies, reading pulmonary function tests and offering inpatient critical care services.
4. What is the salary range for this position? The salary range is typically between $280,000 and $450,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
5. What benefits are offered with this position? WVU Medicine offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, CME allowance, and a retirement plan with employer matching.
6. What is the work environment like at WVU Medicine? WVU Medicine is committed to creating a positive and supportive work environment for all employees, valuing teamwork, collaboration, and respect.
7. Is WVU Medicine committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Yes, WVU Medicine is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, believing that a diverse workforce is essential to providing high-quality care to our patients.
8. What opportunities are there for professional development? WVU Medicine supports professional growth and development through leadership positions, research opportunities, teaching opportunities, and continuing medical education programs.
9. How do I apply for this position? You can apply online at http://wvumedicine.org/careers.
10. Who can I contact for additional questions? You can contact Brianne Sellew, Senior Physician Recruiter & Talent Advisor, at brianne.sellew@wvumedicine.org.