Pulmonology, Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine in Coastal Charleston, SC

Job Description

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking an energetic and talented BC/BE pediatric pulmonologist to join the Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Allergy, and Immunology within its nationally recognized Department of Pediatrics in coastal Charleston, SC. Qualified pediatric pulmonologists will enjoy a rewarding and diverse career that includes clinical care, involvement in leading-edge research, and the education of future leaders in pediatric care.

  Ideal Candidates:

• Board certified or board eligible Pediatric Pulmonologist
• Committed to MUSCs educational missions and enthusiastic about teaching
• Proven leadership and interpersonal skills, with interest in program development opportunities

The Division of Pediatric Pulmonologys Comprehensive Cystic Fibrosis Center is fully accredited by the National Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and includes both Pediatric and Adult Programs. These programs deliver the highest quality, multidisciplinary care to patients with CF across the state. At the Pediatric CF Clinic, patients are cared for by a dedicated, collaborative team that includes pediatric pulmonologists, nurses, a nutritionist, social worker, respiratory therapist, genetic counselor, and pharmacist.

Additionally, the Divisions Aerodigestive Clinic is committed to improving outcomes for children with complex needs, including those who are tracheostomy- and ventilator-dependent. This program thrives on strong interdisciplinary collaboration among specialists in Pediatric Pulmonology, Otolaryngology (ENT), Gastroenterology, and Speech-Language Pathology.

In 2020, MUSC Childrens Health opened the Shawn Jenkins Childrens Hospital and Pearl Tourville Womens Pavilion, a 100,000 square foot, 250-bed, state-of-the-art building that is transforming the delivery of fetal, womens and childrens care in the region. Supporting the outstanding clinical care at our Childrens Hospital and Womens Pavilion is the Charles P. Darby Childrens Research Institute, the largest pediatric research facility in the Carolinas, and one of only 15 like it in the country.

Supporting the stand-alone Childrens Hospital is the Summey Medical Pavilion which is a Childrens dedicated outpatient medical building that offers specialty clinics, outpatient surgery, diagnostic imaging, infusion, labs, pharmacy, and urgent care all in one location. Its been designed exclusively for children and offers hassle free parking and easy access from major roadways and bus transit lines.

Learn more about the Shawn Jenkins Childrens Hospital: -us/sjch

Opportunity Details:

• Dedicated Childrens ambulatory campus and hospital, with multi-disciplinary pediatric subspecialties, laboratories, pharmacies, infusion suites and radiology
• Collaboration with pediatric ENT, GI, cardiology and many other specialties
• Join a collaborative team of 3 pulmonary faculty, 2 sleep faculty, 3 allergy faculty, 2 pulmonary APPs
• Outpatient schedule: 4 days of clinic and 1 day of administration time
• The division strictly functions as a consult service for about 30+ patients a week
• Comprehensive pediatric pulmonary function lab including exercise testing
• Opportunity for development of an inpatient Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia team with close collaboration with NICU and PICU

We will provide:

• Dedicated departmental clinical research team
• Epic EMR platform
• Relocation assistance
• Faculty appointment with academic rank and salary commensurate with qualifications
• Excellent benefits package, 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
• CME allowance + time off

Charleston, SC , is frequently named one of the best places in America to live, and its easy to see why. This charming coastal city offers residents a unique mix of history, culture, arts, innovation, and natural beauty.

In Charleston, you can explore miles of pristine beaches and waterways in the morning, and wind your way along shaded cobblestone streets, exploring centuries-old historic homes in the afternoon. At night, visit one of Charlestons many award-winning restaurants to enjoy traditional Lowcountry cuisine prepared by world-class chefs. Charleston is a place where you can live your life to its fullest.

Founded in 1824, the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) continues to uphold its long tradition of excellence in education, research and patient care. MUSC educates and trains more than 3,000 students and nearly 800 residents in six colleges and has more than 17,000 employees. As the states only integrated academic health sciences center and largest non-federal employer in Charleston, the university and its affiliates have collective annual budgets in excess of $3.2 billion, with an annual economic impact of nearly $4 billion and annual research funding in excess of $284 million.

We invite you to join the team committed to changing whats 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 .