Primary Care Physician - St. Stephens, SC - Innovative Patient centered Care

Palmetto Primary Care Physicians (PPCP), in affiliation with The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), is seeking a board-eligible or board-certified Primary Care Physician to join a well-established community-based primary care clinic in St. Stephens, South Carolina. This is a full time employed position with PPCP, serving Berkeley County, which is one of South Carolina's fastest growing communities. Located in a rural area, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on access to care and overall community health while practicing in a supportive, patient-centered environment. About Palmetto Primary Care Physicians Palmetto Primary Care Physicians (PPCP) is comprised of over 100 clinical providers with a wide range of expertise in primary and specialty care including endocrinology, gastroenterology, neurology, psychiatry, audiology and physical therapy. The company employs over 650 clinical and non-clinical staff throughout South Carolina and provides exceptional medical care for patients through 35+ physician's offices. PPCP has proudly served patients since 1996 and is known for their innovative patient centered delivery model. The group was among one of the first practices to nationally establish a successful Patient Centered Medical Home Program and the first in South Carolina. Today PPCP offers a wide range of services, including a state-of-the-art urgent care clinic, imaging, diagnostics and labs. Required Qualifications: Board Certified/Board Eligible by the American Board Family Medicine or American Board of Internal Medicine

Eligible for medical license in South Carolina

Current DEA and DPS Certification of Registration

Current CPR certificate required

Minimum two years of direct work or intern experience

Familiar with variety of the field's concepts, practices, and diagnostic procedures

Position Highlights: Provides comprehensive patient care, including preventive education, diagnosis, treatment planning, prescribing medications, ordering diagnostic tests, and exercising independent medical judgment.

Assesses patient needs to determine appropriate referrals, consultations, and urgency of follow-up care, and manages long-term cases requiring ongoing medical attention.

Documents all clinical services accurately and timely in the medical record, ensuring compliance with regulatory, legal, and confidentiality requirements.

Collaborates with the Medical Director and interdisciplinary care teams to support effective patient assessment, care coordination, education, and problem resolution.

Oversees assigned advanced practice providers and nursing staff, contributing to quality improvement initiatives, continuing education, and organizational patient care programs.

Demonstrates flexibility and efficiency in managing workload priorities, supporting team objectives, maintaining productive work practices, and adapting to changing operational needs.

Benefits & Resources for Physicians: Competitive compensation and benefits

401K with generous company match

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Short Team and Long Term Disability Offered

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility

One-on-one support services for managing student debt

Life in Berkeley County, South Carolina Berkeley County offers the perfect blend of peaceful, rural living with convenient access to the vibrant culture and amenities of the Charleston region. Residents enjoy wide open spaces, scenic waterways, and a strong sense of community, all while being just a short drive from world-class dining, historic charm, and coastal attractions. With a lower cost of living, excellent outdoor recreation-from boating and fishing to hiking and nature trails-and a growing local economy, Berkeley County provides an ideal setting for both personal and professional fulfillment. It's a place where you can build a rewarding career without sacrificing quality of life. About MUSC: As South Carolina's leading academic health system, MUSC Health serves patients across the state through a growing network of hospitals, clinics, and specialty services. Physicians here join a mission-driven organization that brings together academic medicine, research, and education with a strong commitment to patient care. Now part of the MUSC Health network, Palmetto Primary Care Physicians (PPCP) continues its decades-long legacy of delivering value-based care and high-quality patient outcomes at more than 40 medical practices positioned across the state. Together, MUSC Health and Palmetto Primary Care Physicians form an integrated network that offers the scale, resources, and infrastructure to support meaningful, long-term physician careers.