UNIV - Neonatologist - Pediatrics: Neonatology

Job Description Summary

The Dr. Charles P. Darby Jr. Department of Pediatrics is seeking a Neonatologist to join the Division of Neonatology at the Medical University of South Carolina. Appointment rank and academic leadership roles will be based on the applicant’s experience and academic credentials. This is a 1.0 FTE position with responsibilities that can include clinical, academic and administrative services. Enthusiastic participation in the educational mission of the Department is an obligation of every faculty member; it spans the spectrum from medical students to residents and fellows as appropriate, and includes active teaching assignments in the resident curriculum as well as attendance of teaching conferences. Likewise, enthusiastic support of the Department’s clinical and academic missions is expected.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Faculty

Cost Center

CC001025 COM PEDS Neonatology CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

$0 - $0 - $0

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

The Dr. Charles P. Darby Jr. Department of Pediatrics is seeking a Neonatologist to join the Division of Neonatology at the Medical University of South Carolina. Appointment rank and academic leadership roles will be based on the applicant’s experience and academic credentials. This is a 1.0 FTE position with responsibilities that can include clinical, academic and administrative services. Enthusiastic participation in the educational mission of the Department is an obligation of every faculty member; it spans the spectrum from medical students to residents and fellows as appropriate, and includes active teaching assignments in the resident curriculum as well as attendance of teaching conferences. Likewise, enthusiastic support of the Department’s clinical and academic missions is expected.

Providers will be required to participate in the division call schedule.

Ideal Candidates:

• Candidates must have completed a Medical Doctorate and subsequent fellowship
• Board Certified or Eligible by the American Board of Pediatrics
• Commitment to MUSC’s educational missions
• Eligible for licensure in South Carolina
• Strong interest in working with both typical as well as medically complex babies

Opportunity Details:

• Displays a strong commitment to Evidence-Based Medicine and Quality Improvement in teaching and practice
• Shares call with existing Neonatology faculty members
• Practices located at the Shawn Jenkins’ Children Hospital in Downtown Charleston, SC
• Full complement of medical staff
• Opportunities to work with medical students and residents and elective trainees

MUSC Offerings:

• Relocation assistance
• Competitive pay and signing bonus
• Excellent retirement options, 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) Program Qualified Employer

MUSC is located in Charleston, SC, frequently named one of the best places in America to live. If charming, historic, vibrant, cultural, and coastal are adjectives that you find appealing, it’s all here.  In Charleston, you might find yourself dining at a world-class restaurant tonight and relaxing on a boat as you explore our many waterways tomorrow. You might stroll along cobblestone streets, amidst centuries old homes by day and attend a jazz concert by night. Charleston is a place where you can live your life to its fullest.

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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