Physician - Palliative and Supportive Care

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position. Position West Virginia University School of Medicine and the Department of Medicine seeks a Palliative Care Physician (ranks available: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor). The successful candidate will be expected to practice in Morgantown, WV. Travel Depending on operational needs, a successful candidate may also be assigned to provide services at additional worksites in West Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. In such instances, travel would be anticipated and expected to fulfill said duties at these additional sites. Duties The successful candidate will practice in the areas of Palliative Care medicine. In addition to providing excellent patient care, the successful candidate will also be actively involved in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. Qualifications MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and be eligible for a state medical license. Completed residency in internal medicine or family medicine and fellowship in palliative care by the time of appointment. Board certified or eligible in Palliative Medicine. All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment. Mission The Section of Geriatrics, Palliative Medicine and Hospice at WVU has the main mission to advance health care and quality of life for older people and those with serious illnesses. Our Palliative Medicine and Hospice team provides patient and family centered care that offers quality of life for patients with life‑limiting illnesses by anticipating, preventing, and treating suffering. Inpatient and outpatient services, including care in local nursing homes, are provided. Additional Information Build your legacy as you serve, teach, learn and make a difference from day one. Your application can be submitted online at For additional questions, please contact Joseph Lombardi at View email address on click.appcast.io. Equity West Virginia University & University Health Associates are an AA/EO employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran – and WVU is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The organization prohibits discrimination and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Work Hours Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Exempt) #J-18808-Ljbffr