UNIV -Open Rank- Pediatric Neurologist - Department of Pediatrics : Neurology

Job Description Summary

The Dr. Charles P. Darby Jr. Department of Pediatrics at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks a Pediatric Neurologist at the assistant or associate professor level. Candidates must be eligible or certified by the ABPN with Special Qualification in Child Neurology. Candidates must be a US citizen or permanent US residents who are eligible for medical licensure in South Carolina.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty

Cost Center

CC001027 COM PEDS Neurology 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 Dr. Charles P. Darby Jr. Department of Pediatrics at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks a Pediatric Neurologist at the assistant or associate professor level. Candidates must be eligible or certified by the ABPN with Special Qualification in Child Neurology. Candidates must be a US citizen or permanent US residents who are eligible for medical licensure in South Carolina.

The Division of Pediatric Neurology currently includes 8 physicians and 4 Advanced Practice Providers and provides the full range of both inpatient and outpatient clinical services at MUSC Children's Hospital. MUSC's Comprehensive Epilepsy Center is designated a Level IV epilepsy center, the highest designation offered by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers. The center offers multidisciplinary diagnostic and treatment services to patients from infancy to young adulthood through the MUSC Children's Hospital. MUSC's Neurophysiology Lab has a complete combination of accredited labs in EEG, EMG, Intraoperative Monitoring, and Intracranial and Extracranial Vascular Imaging, in conjunction with a Level IV Epilepsy Center. Specialty services such as speech-language pathology and neuropsychology are available, as well as diagnostic services such as inpatient and outpatient video EEG monitoring.

MUSC is the premier quaternary care medical center and academic teaching hospital in South Carolina, located in the beautiful and richly historic city of Charleston- a city known for its unique blend of coastal and cosmopolitan charm. MUSC and the Department of Pediatrics both have an impressive record of recent growth and expanding multidisciplinary services, and the newly opened Shawn Jenkin's Children's Hospital is truly exceptional, offering a myriad of highly specialized services. The Charleston community is very family-friendly with excellent neighborhoods and schools, access to numerous cultural and outdoor activities to include beaches and national parks, and easy transportation.

Ideal Candidates :

Board Certified or Eligible by the ABP

Commitment to MUSC's educational missions

Eligible for licensure in South Carolina

Strong interest in working with both typical as well as medically complex children

Opportunity Details :

Displays a strong commitment to Evidence-Based Medicine and Quality Improvement in teaching and practice.

Practices located at MUSC's Summey Medical Pavilion in North Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Okatie, and the Shawn Jenkin's Children's Hospital in Downtown Charleston.

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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