Geriatrician Section Head - Department of Medicine, MUSC

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview: Geriatrician Section Head

Our organization is in search of a Geriatric Section Head to spearhead our expanding program within the Division of General Internal Medicine, Geriatrics & Palliative Care. This pivotal role involves developing a comprehensive strategy for exceptional clinical services, education, and research aimed at older adults across various settings, including inpatient, outpatient, long-term care, and home environments. The ideal candidate will be a compassionate, patient-focused team player who is also a leader dedicated to nurturing the next generation of healthcare professionals while addressing the needs of our aging patient population.

• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine with Geriatric Fellowship training
• Eligible for medical licensure in South Carolina
• Proven leadership experience in academia, teaching, or research
• Collaborative and collegial approach with a strong commitment to high-quality patient care
• Academic focus and enthusiasm for mentoring

• Leadership Role: Guide the vision for geriatric care across multiple settings.
• Academic Mission: Educate and mentor medical students, residents, fellows, and junior faculty.
• Collaboration: Opportunity for a dual appointment with the Charleston VA, including research initiatives.
• Flexibility: Customize your clinical schedule to align with your interests.

• Faculty appointment based on experience
• Attractive compensation and benefits package
• Robust retirement options with employer matching
• Occurrence malpractice coverage
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Generous paid time off, company holidays, and continuing medical education (CME) allowance
• Access to the Epic EMR platform
• Complimentary student debt analysis and repayment planning services

Established in 1824, our institution boasts the oldest medical school in the South and serves as the only integrated academic health system in the state, dedicated to serving the community through education, research, and patient care. Annually, we educate and train over 3,000 students and 850 residents and fellows across six colleges: Dental Medicine, Graduate Studies, Health Professions, Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy. In 2025, we were recognized as the top hospital in South Carolina by U.S. News and World Report for the 11th consecutive year.

Charleston is often celebrated as one of the best places to reside in the U.S., offering a delightful coastal lifestyle enriched with history, culture, arts, innovation, and natural beauty. Residents can enjoy miles of unspoiled beaches and waterways in the morning, followed by leisurely strolls along shaded cobblestone streets, exploring historic homes in the afternoon. Evenings can be spent dining at one of Charleston's many acclaimed restaurants, savoring traditional Lowcountry cuisine crafted by world-class chefs. Charleston is truly a place where you can embrace life to its fullest.