Physician - Pediatric

The Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in coastal Charleston, SC is seeking a pediatric anesthesiologist to join their cohesive, highly functioning group. The position is full-time, academic, multi-disciplinary team-based practice including resident and fellow clinical and didactic education.

About the Division of Pediatric Anesthesia:

The division of Pediatric Anesthesiology has been rapidly expanding since the opening of the Shawn Jenkins Childrens Hospital and the Summey Medical Pavilion Ambulatory Surgical facilities. It excels in the full range of pediatric diagnostic, interventional catheterization, and surgical procedures for acquired and congenital cardiac diseases. The division treats patients from birth through adolescence and, in the case of congenital heart disease, into adulthood. Our comprehensive surgery program is the only one in South Carolina and has achieved an outstanding overall 30-day survival rate.

Required Qualifications:

• American Board of Anesthesiology certification or eligibility
• Pediatric anesthesiology fellowship training with board certification or eligibility
• Eligibility for South Carolina licensure
• Strong clinical, education and interpersonal skills that will enable one to work collaboratively with colleagues and be a leader within the department and institution
• Research experience and interests are preferred but not required

Position Highlights:

• Join a collaborative, team-based practice within a leading academic medical center
• Deliver specialized anesthesia care for pediatric patients
• Work alongside experienced CRNAs and multidisciplinary perioperative teams
• Opportunities for teaching, mentorship, and academic engagement 

Benefits & Resources for Physicians:

• Faculty appointment with academic rank and salary commensurate with qualifications
• Excellent benefits package, including a pension and optional tax-deferred contributions
• Paid malpractice coverage with Sovereign immunity
• Paid parental leave
• 22 days of annual leave, 15 days of sick leave, and 13 paid holidays
• CME allowance + paid days off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• One-on-one support services for managing student debt
• Epic HER with physician-centered optimization and robust user support
• AI-enabled documentation and workflow tools integrated into Epic to reduce administrative burden and support clinical decision-making at the point of care
• Team-based care models that support sustainable workloads, shared responsibility, and physician well-being

Life in Charleston:

Situated in coastal South Carolina, Charleston is a dynamic and rapidly growing region that supports both professional advancement and an exceptional quality of life. The area is home to a robust healthcare network, a strong academic presence, and a diverse patient population, all within close proximity to coastal landscapes, recreational amenities, and a highly regarded culinary and arts community. 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.

About MUSC:

South Carolinas leading academic health system, MUSC Health, serves patients across the state through a growing network of hospitals, clinics, and specialty services. As the clinical enterprise of the Medical University of South Carolina, MUSC Health integrates academic medicine, research, and education with a strong commitment to patient care. Physicians who join MUSC Health become part of a mission-driven organization recognized for clinical excellence, innovation, and meaningful investment in physicians success. With opportunities in both academic and community settings, MUSC Health provides the scale, resources, and infrastructure to support meaningful, long-term physician careers.

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.