Nurse Practitioner - Pain Management

MUSC Health is seeking a compassionate and skilled Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our dedicated Pain Management team.

The successful applicant will be a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant interested in working full-time in the care of patients with acute and chronic pain conditions. The APP will join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team focused on delivering comprehensive pain management services, including medical management, interventional therapies, and functional restoration. The team works closely with specialists in anesthesiology, neurology, orthopedics, physical medicine and rehabilitation, behavioral health, and primary care, supported by an experienced and collegial clinical staff.

This position will primarily focus on outpatient pain management with potential involvement in procedural coordination and peri-procedural care.

About MUSC Health - Columbia Medical Center Northeast:

MUSC Health - Columbia Medical Center Northeast is a 75-bed, modern, community-based hospital serving the Richland County region. Our dedicated care team delivers high-quality, compassionate care supported by the vast resources and reputation of the Medical University of South Carolina, a national leader in academic medicine and healthcare innovation.

Required Qualifications:

• Advanced Practice Provider: Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
• DEA license with ability to prescribe controlled substances
• Experience in pain management, primary care, orthopedics, neurology, or related field preferred
• Passion for delivering outstanding patient care and working as part of a team
• Commitment to improving outcomes in pain management and enhancing patient quality of life

Position Highlights:

• Opportunity to assist with advanced interventional procedures for candidates interested in expanding their hands on clinical experience
• Primarily interventional-focused practice with minimal medication management, offering a more procedural and dynamic clinical environment
• Evaluate new and established patients with acute and chronic pain conditions, including comprehensive history, physical exam, and diagnostic review
• Develop and implement individualized, multimodal pain management treatment plans
• Manage medication therapy, including opioid and non-opioid regimens, following clinical guidelines and safe prescribing practices
• Provide ongoing follow-up care to assess treatment effectiveness and adjust plans as needed
• Educate patients and families on pain conditions, treatment options, medication safety, and lifestyle modifications
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and facilitate referrals
• Assist in coordinating interventional pain procedures, including pre- and post-procedure care
• Support clinic operations through efficient documentation, workflow management, and care coordination
• Participate in on-call coverage as needed based on clinic requirements

Benefits & Resources for Providers:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Employer-funded retirement plans
• Paid occurrence malpractice coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Epic EHR with provider-centered optimization and robust user support
• AI-enabled documentation and workflow tools are 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 provider well-being

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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. Providers who join MUSC Health become part of a mission-driven organization recognized for clinical excellence, innovation, and meaningful investment in providers success. With opportunities in both academic and community settings, MUSC Health provides the scale, resources, and infrastructure to support meaningful, long-term provider 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.