UNIV - Open Rank - Cardiologist (MRI/ECHO) - Pediatrics: Cardiology

Job Description Summary

The Dr. Charles P. Darby Jr. Department of Pediatrics, Division of Cardiology at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston is seeking a full-time pediatric cardiologist to serve as Medical Director of the Pediatric Echocardiography Laboratory, with expertise in advanced noninvasive cardiac imaging, including cardiac MRI. This leadership role offers the opportunity to advance cardiac imaging initiatives, provide mentorship and career development for fellows and faculty, and support the education and training of pediatric cardiology fellows.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Faculty

Cost Center

CC001011 COM PEDS Cardiology CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

The ideal candidate will be board certified or board eligible in pediatric cardiology, possess additional training in advanced non-invasive cardiac imaging, and have a minimum of five years of post-training experience. Primary clinical responsibilities include serving as a noninvasive imaging cardiologist with a focus on transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) and cardiac MRI, with opportunities to perform and interpret transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), fetal echocardiography, and cardiac CT based on experience and interest.

As Medical Director, the successful candidate will provide comprehensive oversight and strategic leadership for the Pediatric Echocardiography Laboratory, including quality assurance, protocol development, program growth, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Additional clinical and academic opportunities are available and may be tailored to the candidate’s individual interests. The role also includes active participation in the education of pediatric cardiology fellows, residents, and medical students, as well as encouragement and support to pursue individual scholarly and academic interests.

MUSC is consistently ranked among the top Children’s Hospitals nationally by U.S. News & World Report, and the Heart Center is currently ranked fourth nationally. The cardiac program has a long history of stability and is the only surgical and interventional center in South Carolina. The center provides comprehensive care for complex medical and surgical patients from newborns to adults in a dedicated cardiac intensive care unit. Annually, more than 14,000 echocardiograms, 600 cardiac catheterizations, and 450 cardiac operations are performed. MUSC is one of the few programs in the country to receive a three-star ranking from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, the highest category for quality and outcomes.

The Medical University of South Carolina is the premier quaternary care medical center and academic teaching hospital in South Carolina. The newly opened MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital is located on the downtown Charleston peninsula and features an entire floor dedicated to the Heart Center, including cardiac operating rooms, catheterization laboratories, and a state-of-the-art 29-bed inpatient unit designed to provide critical care, step-down, and acuity-adaptable care models.

Charleston offers a unique blend of coastal and cosmopolitan charm, rich history, well-preserved architecture, beautiful beaches, and a celebrated restaurant community. The city has been named the Top U.S. Small City for the thirteenth time in the last fourteen years by Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards.

Interested individuals should forward a letter of intent and curriculum vitae to:

Eric M. Graham, MD
Professor of Pediatrics
Chief, Pediatric Cardiology
Co-Director, Pediatric and Congenital Heart Center
Medical University of South Carolina
Phone: (843) 792-9570
Email: grahamem@musc.edu

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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