The West Virginia University Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI) has prioritized geriatric behavioral health as a key organizational mission area. Thus, the RNI’s Department of Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry is seeking a proven leader in Geriatric Psychiatry to serve as Division Chief. The Chief will be instrumental in guiding the development and managing of clinical services, research, and education related to geriatric behavioral health across the West Virginia University Health System.
Successful candidates will have a notable track record of building quality programs in academic medicine and a well-respected reputation in the field. The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across services and disciplines will be required. In addition to excellent patient care, the candidate will participate in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows.
Qualifications: Candidate must have an MD or DO degree or international equivalent and be eligible for state medical license. Successful candidate must have completed a psychiatry residency program and geriatric psychiatry fellowship. Successful candidates must be board certified in general psychiatry and geriatric psychiatry. All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.
The WVU RNI, led by Dr. Ali Rezai, is improving lives by pioneering advances in brain health. With the latest innovative technologies, an ecosystem of partners, and a truly integrated approach we are making tangible progress in transforming lives. The WVU RNI Memory Health Clinic is the only multi-disciplinary specialty clinic in the state of West Virginia that offers comprehensive, individualized diagnosis and treatment for dementia while providing support for caregivers.
The West Virginia University Health System, with more than 2,400 licensed beds, 3,900 providers, and nearly 30,000 employees across more than 20 member hospitals, is West Virginia’s largest health system and the state’s largest employer. Anchored by our 700-bed academic medical center, the System has undergone significant expansion in specialty and sub-specialty care in areas such as cancer, heart and vascular, neuroscience, among many others. The Health System operates West Virginia’s first and only multi-organ transplant center, and opened a new, 150-bed Children’s Hospital in September 2022. We serve a multi-state region that includes West Virginia, Western Maryland, Eastern Ohio, and Southwestern Pennsylvania.
Morgantown is consistently rated as one of the best small metropolitan areas in the country for both lifestyle and business climate.The area offers the cultural diversity and amenities of a large city in a safe, family-friendly environment. There is also an excellent school system and an abundance of beautiful homes and recreational activities. Morgantown is located just over an hour south of Pittsburgh, PA and three hours from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, MD.
For additional information, please contact Pam Furbee, Senior Physician Recruiter.
WVU & UHA are AA/EO employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran – and WVU is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity.