Geriatrician Faculty Member - Department of Medicine, MUSC

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is on the lookout for a Geriatrician to become part of our expanding program within the Division of General Internal Medicine, Geriatrics & Palliative Care. This position provides a unique chance to offer outstanding geriatric care while also mentoring and educating the next generation of medical professionals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine with specialized training in Geriatrics
• Eligible for medical licensure in South Carolina
• Passionate about teaching and engaged in academic medicine
• Excellent communication abilities and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset

Position Highlights:

• Deliver comprehensive geriatric care, including inpatient consultations and outpatient services, with opportunities to branch into additional areas
• Instruct and guide medical students, residents, and fellows
• Work alongside a committed, multidisciplinary team
• Enjoy substantial institutional support
• Play a vital role in our mission to enhance patient care, education, and research

What We Offer:

• Faculty appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level
• Attractive salary and benefits package
• Excellent retirement plans with employer matching
• Occurrence-based malpractice insurance
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Generous paid time off, company holidays, and continuing medical education (CME) funding
• Free student debt analysis and repayment planning services

Established in 1824, our organization boasts the oldest medical school in the Southern United States and is the only integrated academic health system in the state, dedicated to serving through education, research, and patient care. Annually, we 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, South Carolina , often cited as one of the best places to reside in the U.S., is a delightful coastal city that offers a rich blend of history, culture, arts, innovation, and natural beauty. In Charleston, you can spend your mornings exploring miles of unspoiled beaches and waterways, followed by afternoons wandering through shaded cobblestone streets and historic homes that date back centuries. As night falls, indulge in the culinary delights of Charleston's many award-winning restaurants, featuring traditional Lowcountry dishes crafted by top chefs. Charleston is a place where you can truly embrace life to the fullest.