Weirton Medical Center (WMC) is recruiting a full-time Emergency Medicine physician to join its emergency department in Weirton, West Virginia — a 238-bed acute care facility anchored in the heart of a growing tri-state health network spanning West Virginia, Ohio, and southwestern Pennsylvania. WMC has expanded from a single campus to 38 sites since 2012, reflecting sustained investment in technology, specialist recruitment, and new service lines. This employee-status position offers a competitive hourly rate, a sign-on bonus, and the clinical infrastructure of a regional referral hub serving Brooke and Hancock counties in West Virginia, Jefferson County in Ohio, and southwestern Pennsylvania.
Perks and Benefits
- Sign-on bonus available
- Competitive hourly rate with employee (W-2) employment status
- Paid professional liability insurance including tail coverage
- Health benefits package included
- CME access through a dedicated institute, including professional development tools and educational resources
- Clinician wellness program covering childcare support, financial planning, and burnout resources
- Stability of a nationally recognized, large-scale emergency medicine practice organization
- Membership in a national Patient Safety Organization providing clinical practice support and risk resources
Practice Highlights
- 238-bed acute care facility on Colliers Way in Weirton, West Virginia
- Tri-state referral catchment: Brooke and Hancock counties (WV), Jefferson County (OH), and southwestern Pennsylvania
- Part of a 38-site regional health network — one of the most expansive in the tri-state area — with continued growth since 2012
- Ongoing institutional investment in technology upgrades and expansion of specialty and procedural capabilities
- Primary and specialty care services available across the broader WMC network, supporting strong inpatient and consultative backup
- More than 1,500 staff employed across the system, reflecting a well-resourced clinical environment
- Access to professional development infrastructure and peer support through a national clinician network
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Active West Virginia medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort managing the full acuity spectrum of a regional acute care emergency department, including tri-state referral volume
- Commitment to patient safety and quality improvement consistent with national PSO standards
About the Community
Weirton sits along the Ohio River in the Northern Panhandle of West Virginia, bordered by Ohio to the west and Pennsylvania to the north — a genuinely tri-state community with easy access to Pittsburgh, approximately 35 miles to the northeast. The area offers a low cost of living, a tight-knit community feel, and proximity to the cultural, dining, and airport amenities of a major metropolitan center. Outdoor recreation along the Ohio River valley, four-season scenery, and affordable housing make Weirton a practical and appealing base for physicians who want urban access without urban overhead.