UNIV Assistant Professor Psychiatry Brain Stimulation Services

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The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks a full-time Assistant Professor of Psychiatry to join Brain Stimulation Services. The faculty member will provide advanced neuromodulation treatmentsincluding ECT TMS SAINT VNS and DBS programmingand rotate across neuromodulation and inpatient psychiatric services. Responsibilities include clinical care teaching and optional participation in research and program development.

Department: Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences

Division: Brain Stimulation Services

Rank: Assistant Professor (Clinician-Educator Track)

Location: MUSC Charleston SC

FTE: Full-Time 100% 40 hours/week

FLSA: Salaried

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Clinical Services (commonly 2-week rotating blocks):

- Provide clinical care in ECT TMS (Coleman Clinic) SAINT VNS and DBS programming.

- Conduct neuromodulation evaluations and consultations as needed.

- Provide inpatient psychiatric care on a general psychiatry service.

Teaching & Supervision

- Teach and supervise residents medical students and APPs.

- Participate in academic activities case conferences or educational sessions.

Additional Responsibilities

- Participate in quality improvement and service development initiatives.

- Optional call duties with additional compensation once credentialed.

Minimum Requirements

- MD or DO degree.

- Board-eligible or board-certified in Psychiatry.

- Eligible for medical licensure in South Carolina.

- Demonstrated competency in ECT TMS SAINT VNS and DBS.

- Clinical experience in inpatient psychiatry.

Required Qualifications

- Prior experience in interventional psychiatry or neuromodulation-focused practice.

- Interest in academic teaching clinical research or program development.

- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Work Location & Environment

- Brain stimulation procedures performed within MUSC Brain Stimulation Services downtown.

- TMS services provided at the Coleman Clinic Mt. Pleasant.

- Inpatient coverage provided on MUSC Institute of Psychiatry units.

Salary & Benefits

- Competitive academic salary commensurate with experience.

- Full MUSC benefits package.

- Opportunities for additional clinical compensation (call/shift work).

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit a CV cover letter and three references. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

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!

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