MUSC Health | General Pediatrics
Charleston, South Carolina, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Pediatrics
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location 29425, Charleston, South Carolina, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 10/01/24


Join a team that’s Changing What’s Possible – The Department of Pediatrics is seeking a BC/BE Pediatrician to join their six pediatricians in 3 thriving practice sites in the Greater Charleston area. This position is expected to roughly divide time at the Summey Medical Pavilion Primary Care practice, the new MUSC Children's Health Daniel Island practice, and the Maybank Highway John’s Island practice. The provider will be a full member of the Division of General Pediatrics, sharing newborn and circumcision weekend and holiday coverage at the Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital. There are ample opportunities for teaching and if desired spending a week in the in the newborn weekly rounding schedule.

The Division of General Pediatrics at MUSC is a cornerstone of the Department of Pediatrics, known for its extensive contributions to patient care, education, research, and leadership. Providing excellent care in ambulatory and nursery settings, the Division also plays a vital role in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. Its members are integral to training program organization and are regularly recognized for their teaching excellence.

The Division’s research program is robust, securing nearly $1 million annually, making it a leader in pediatric research both regionally and nationally. Members of the Division are active in leadership roles within the department and hold prestigious positions in regional and national organizations.

We are seeking candidates with:

  • MD or DO with board certification or eligibility by the ABP
  • Eligibility for a South Carolina Medical License
  • Commitment to MUSC’s educational missions
  • Eligible for licensure in South Carolina
  • Strong interest in working with both typical as well as medically complex children
  • Comfort with seeing Level I newborns, performing newborn circumcisions, and seeing outpatient health maintenance and sick visits

About our opportunity:

  • Participates in Patient-Centered Medical Home activities
  • Displays a strong commitment to Evidence-Based Medicine and Quality Improvement in teaching and practice
  • Shares call with existing General Pediatrics faculty members, to include weekend nursery and circumcision coverage
  • Practices located at MUSC’s Summey Medical Pavilion in North Charleston, SC, MUSC Children's Health Daniel Island, and MUSC Children’s Health Maybank Highway
  • Full complement of medical staff
  • Opportunities to work with medical students and residents in newborn nursery and elective trainees at SMP site

MUSC’s Benefits:

  • Faculty appointment aligned with experience
  • Relocation assistance
  • Excellent retirement options, including a pension and optional tax deferred contributions
  • Sovereign Immunity malpractice coverage
  • 22 days of annual leave, 15 days of sick leave, and 13 paid holidays
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
  • Personalized student loan debt review and repayment optimization

MUSC is located in Charleston, SC, frequently named one of the best places in America to live. If charming, historic, vibrant, cultural, and coastal are adjectives that you find appealing, it’s all here. In Charleston, you might find yourself dining at a world-class restaurant tonight and relaxing on a boat as you explore our many waterways tomorrow. You might stroll along cobblestone streets, amidst centuries old homes by day and attend a jazz concert by night. Charleston is a place where you can live your life to its fullest.

We invite you to join the team committed to “changing what’s possible” and do so in one of the most exciting cities in the country. Send us your CV accompanied by your letter of interest for immediate consideration. Your life in Charleston awaits!