UNIV - Open Rank - Department of Medicine: Division of Rheumatology

Job Description Summary

Join a team that’s Changing What’s Possible – The Medical University of South Carolina’s Division of Rheumatology and Immunology is actively recruiting for a clinician faculty member with expertise in Rheumatology and Immunology at the level of Assistant Professor or above.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Faculty

Cost Center

CC000975 COM DOM Rheumatology CC

Pay Rate Type

Hourly, Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

We are seeking candidates with:

• Focus on collaboration, innovation, and teamwork

• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Rheumatology & Immunology

• Academic orientation, enthusiasm for teaching, and inpatient and outpatient care

 

About our opportunity:

• 100% of outpatient care is located at one of our Charleston clinics

• Robust clinical practice with a dedicated team of Rheumatologist

• Expectation to participate in teaching and mentoring students, interns, residents and fellows

• No research requirements, but candidates will have access to clinical trials if interested

• Very strong interdisciplinary specialty support

 

MUSC Offerings

• Faculty position with academic rank and salary commensurate with qualifications, expertise, and accomplishments

• 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

• Epic Medical Record platform

 

Charleston, SC, is frequently named one of the best places in America to live, and it’s easy to see why. This charming coastal city offers residents a unique mix of history, culture, arts, innovation, and natural beauty. In Charleston, you can explore miles of pristine beaches and waterways in the morning, and wind your way along shaded cobblestone streets, exploring centuries-old historic homes in the afternoon. At night, visit one of Charleston’s many award-winning restaurants to enjoy traditional Low Country cuisine prepared by world-class chefs. Charleston is a place where you can live your life to its fullest.

Founded in 1824, the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) continues to uphold its long tradition of M.D. to provide clinical services within adult Rheumatology. Physicians will provide inpatient and outpatient services as well as participating in bedside teaching activities.

 

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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