Family Medicine/Internal Medicine Faculty Position at West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine in Lewisburg, West Virginia

Job Description:

Summary: The Department of Clinical Sciences at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine is actively seeking physicians to join our faculty. These can be tenure-or non-tenure track faculty positions and are 12-month, full-time positions. Candidates should be residency trained and be Board Certified or eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine. Ideally the successful candidate will have clinical and teaching experience. The successful candidate must be able to be licensed to practice medicine in the State of West Virginia.

Duties and Responsibilities

The percentage of academic responsibility may vary depending upon the candidate, however ideally around 50% Academic and 50% Clinical at the Robert C Byrd Clinic. If desired, this position could provide an opportunity for hospital and/or nursing home practice. Academic duties include training medical students, interns and residents with the primary responsibility being instruction of first and second year medical students in the classroom, lab and/or in the clinic. Academic responsibilities may include preparing and delivering lectures, assisting in skills labs, and other small group activities. Research is supported and participation in scholarly activities is expected. Research facilities and research start-up funds are available.

WVSOM is currently transitioning to a Systems Based Curriculum entitled "Finding Health" in which all disciplines are integrated, employing a variety of formats and modalities including lecture, out-of-class learning, simulations, lab, small group, and Team Based Learning. Team-teaching is routine and the successful applicant will be expected to work collaboratively in the delivery of our curriculum. Teaching facilities at WVSOM include a cutting-edge lecture facility, team-based learning room, and a state-of-the-art simulation center.

Salary and faculty rank will be commensurate with experience and includes an excellent benefits package including medical malpractice insurance, educational loan reimbursement, and relocation expenses. Our ambulatory clinic the Robert C. Byrd Clinics is certified as a Rural Health Clinic and serves communities in the greater Greenbrier Valley.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested applicants should apply online by visiting: http://www.wvsom.edu/hr. Review of applications starts immediately. Applications are considered confidential, and references will not be contacted without notification to the applicant. Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Leslie Bicksler, Vice President of HR at lbicksler@osteo.wvsom.edu or (304) 647-6279 for more information. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Final candidates are subject to employment and credential verification, reference and background checks.

Additional Information

WVSOM has been consistently recognized as A Great College to Work For by the Chronicle of Higher Education. WVSOM is a free-standing medical school nestled in the Allegheny Mountains. Located in "America's Coolest Small Town" (Budget Magazine 2011), WVSOM is just minutes from the famed Greenbrier Resort, a Five Diamond hotel and spa. WVSOM brings over 50 years of history serving the health and wellness needs of the Greenbrier Valley, the state of West Virginia and beyond. The school's small-town, rural community cherishes its connection with the college and our students are actively engaged in service outreach and support for over 40 non-profit organizations in this area. Additionally, WVSOM faculty and staff enjoy a vibrant cultural community which features one of only four operating Carnegie Halls in the world, as well as the state professional theatre of West Virginia. Throughout the year, employees enjoy live plays and musicals, a broad representation of visual artists, an annual chocolate festival, a flourishing literary series, and live music events within a historic preservation area featuring 19th century architecture, unique shops and dining, and limitless outdoor recreation. This one-of-a-kind environment brings together farmers and artists, lumbermen and world-renowned musicians, holistic physicians and thrill-seeking whitewater rafters in a diverse melting pot that is truly unique!

The West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to enhancing diversity among its faculty and staff.

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