UNIV - Open Rank - Department of Medicine: Division of GI & Hepatology

Job Description Summary

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), located in coastal Charleston, SC, has an exciting opportunity for a clinician-educator Gastroenterologist to serve as the Section Chief of Advanced Endoscopy in the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. At MUSC, our faculty enjoy rewarding and diverse careers (including clinical care) and involvement in our educational missions and research.

The MUSC Gastroenterology Division was 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.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Faculty

Cost Center

CC000968 COM DOM Gastroenterology 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

Ideal Candidates:

• Completed an accredited Gastroenterology Fellowship

• Demonstrated clinical expertise in Gastroenterology

• Board Certified or Eligible in Gastroenterology

• Commitment to clinical research

• Completion of a 4th year of advanced therapeutic endoscopy training desired

• Areas of interest would include ERCP, EUS, EMR/ESD, Balloon Enteroscopy, Enteral access, POEM, Barrett’s ablation therapies and Bariatric endoscopy

Opportunity Details:

• Join a highly collegial team of 23 clinical faculty and 9 APPs comprised of general GIs, Hepatologists, GI subspecialists, and advanced Endoscopists

• Expand outpatient clinics and endoscopy procedures throughout Charleston

• Equitable inpatient coverage and call with the remainder being Outpatient

• A dedicated clinical support team of LPNs, a Dietician, and a Social Worker

• Strong collaborative support from colorectal surgery, GI pathology, GI radiology, and Pediatric GI

• Integrated practice model with a robust internal referral network

• GI-dedicated clinical research infrastructure

• 24/7 reliable hospitalists onsite

• Opportunity to teach — Institution supports strong GI fellowship and Internal Medicine residency programs

• EPIC medical record platform

MUSC Offerings:

• Relocation assistance

• 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 Faculty Appointment (commensurate with experience)

MUSC, located in Charleston, SC, is 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 is 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.

We invite you to join the team committed to “changing what’s possible” and do so in one of the most exciting cities in the country. Please send us your CV accompanied by your letter of interest for immediate consideration. Your life in Charleston awaits!

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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