UNIV Neurohospitalist Physician Open Rank Department of Neurology
Charleston, SC - USA
Job Summary
Job Description Summary
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Department of Neurology seeks a qualified individual to join one other Neurohospitalist in our growing Neurology Department and provide bedside and remote care to hospitalized patients with neurologic issues. Candidates must be board-certified or eligible in Neurology and have demonstrated excellent qualifications in education and clinical care. Experience as a Neurohospitalist is desirable but not necessary.Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
FacultyCost Center
CC000985 COM Neurology CCPay Rate Type
SalaryPay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
The Neurohospitalist Program is an innovative service for patients who require hospital-based treatment for complex neurological disorders. Patients and their families benefit from improved continuity of care and seamless transition to outpatient practice following discharge. Our neurohospitalists each run their own outpatient discharge clinics requiring follow-up care with our team. For more specialized care our team will refer patients to one of our divisions specializing in Epilepsy Movement Disorders Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology General Neurology Neuromuscular or Stroke upon discharge. The Neurohospitalist Program improves efficiency and quality of care. Our patients are treated by experts in inpatient neurologic care and have access to the most cutting-edge technology and facilities available at MUSC Health.
Our opportunity:
Very strong interdisciplinary specialty support
Involvement in the teaching of medical students neurology residents as the General Neurology inpatient and Consultation Services function as one of the primary teaching rotations
Alternating inpatient service weeks which run Monday through Sunday
Special interests fully supported
We are seeking candidates with:
Focus on collaboration innovation and teamwork
Interest in program directorship to establish a Neurohospitalist fellowship program
Board certification or eligibility in Neurology and have demonstrated excellent qualifications in education and clinical care
MUSC Offerings
Tenure track faculty position with academic rank and salary commensurate with qualifications expertise and accomplishments
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
Academic rank will be commensurate with experience and training. The MUSC Medical Center is a high-volume tertiary referral center serving a large population where a broad range of common acute neurological conditions are encountered. Charleston SC is frequently named one of the best places in America to live and its easy to see why. This charming coastal city offers residents a unique mix of history culture arts innovation and natural 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 Charlestons 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.
We invite you to join the team committed to changing whats possible and do so in one of the most exciting cities in the country.
Send us your CV accompanied by your letter of interest for immediate consideration. Your life in Charleston awaits! Zoe Bleacher MUSC Provider Recruiter
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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The Medical University of South Carolina located in beautiful historic Charleston, South Carolina.