Gastroenterologist, Dr. Joseph Elmunzer performs a procedure at MUSC Health in Charleston, South Carolina

GI Careers at MUSC

The Medical University of South Carolina and MUSC Health are seeking innovative Gastroenterologists for academic and community-based positions in well-respected practices located throughout South Carolina.

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Join a team committed to providing high-quality patient care, advancing laboratory and clinical science, and educating the next generation of GI leaders.

Opportunities Across the Palmetto State

As South Carolina's only comprehensive academic health system, the Medical University of South Carolina takes seriously its mission to preserve and optimize human life throughout our state, and to do so while developing the next generation of innovative health care leaders. MUSC's clinical enterprise, MUSC Health, sees more than one million patient encounters each year, and our specialized care teams consistently rank among the best in the country.

Our integrated health care system includes a main campus located in Charleston, SC, nine regional medical centers positioned throughout South Carolina's Lowcountry, Pee Dee, and Midlands regions, more than 100 outreach locations, clinical affiliations with numerous health care partners, and a robust telehealth network. At MUSC, you can explore academic and clinical physician opportunities in the unique communities that make our state special.

State of South Carolina map graphic featuring MUSC Health's hospital facilities across the state.

Why MUSC Gastroenterology?

The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) provides clinical, research, and educational services in all aspects of gastroenterology and hepatology medicine for patients located throughout South Carolina and the Southeastern United States. In 2023, MUSC Health was once again recognized as high-performing in gastroenterology and GI surgery by U.S. News & World Report, meaning it ranks among the top 10 percent of hospitals in the nation for complex care in this specialty.

Integrated Health System

At MUSC, all GI positions are connected by our Digestive Health, Endocrine, and Metabolism Integrated Center of Clinical Excellence (ICCE), meaning all GI physicians have access to MUSC's academic libraries, can participate in research and grand rounds, and can attain affiliate-faculty appointment, even if not in a faculty position.

Diverse Opportunities

Current openings with MUSC Gastroenterology include academic and community-based roles in the Lowcountry, Pee Dee, and Midlands regions of the state. We're looking for General Gastroenterologists, as well as specialists in IBD and Motility for clinician-educator roles, and positions in respected community practices.

Physician-led Organization

MUSC is a physician-led organization, meaning our leadership team is made up of physicians who advocate for patients at the highest levels of our health system, and uphold our tripartite mission of achieving excellence in education, research and patient care.

GI Education & Training

The MUSC Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Fellowship Program offers comprehensive training in digestive diseases, designed to produce competent, independent, board-certified subspecialists and clinical investigators after a three-year tenure.

Gastroenterologist Dr. Don Rockey works in the research lab at MUSC in Charleston, South Carolina

Gastroenterologists Dr. Peter Cotton, and Dr. Joseph Elmunzer work in the Gastroenterology Division at MUSC.

The benefits of joining MUSC:

Customized compensation packages
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
Generous paid time off
CME allowance + time to grow in your field
Use of Epic electronic health record (EHR) software, with robust Epic optimization support
Commitment to team-based care and provider wellness

Complimentary student debt analysis, savings optimization, and repayment planning services
Paid Parental Leave
Employer-funded retirement plans
Paid malpractice coverage
Excellent opportunities for career growth
Opportunities for involvement in research and education

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Work With an Award-Winning Team

In 2024, for the 10th consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report named MUSC Health's University Medical Center the No. 1 hospital in South Carolina.

MUSC is thrilled to be one of only 34 health systems named to Forbes' list of Best Large Employers across the country.

MUSC is honored to be included on Forbes' 2023 list of the Best-in-State Employers for South Carolina.

For six years in a row, MUSC has been the proud recipient of Insight Into Diversity's Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award.

MUSC was recognized as a Diversity Champion by Insight Into Diversity Magazine for the 6th year in a row in 2023.

MUSC Health Gastroenterology was rated as High Performing in Gastroenterology & GI Surgery in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024-2025 rankings.