Physician - Reconstructive Plastic Surgery

Join a team thats Changing Whats Possible - The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Department of Surgery is actively seeking a dynamic and dedicated board-certified or board-eligible plastic surgeon to join our growing Division of Plastic Surgery. The selected candidate with an interest in breast reconstruction will play a pivotal role in expanding and advancing our breast reconstruction program, contributing to the education and mentorship of residents and fellows, and helping shape the future growth and development of our division.

About the Division of Plastic, Reconstructive & Hand Surgery: The Division of Plastic, Reconstructive & Hand Surgery at MUSC boasts fully accredited programs for both integrated residency and independent fellowship training, as well as a postgraduate microsurgery fellowship. The Division provides comprehensive care in reconstructive, aesthetic, craniofacial, hand, and microsurgical procedures, serving patients across five hospitals in Charleston.  We are seeking to expand our faculty portfolio as current clinical demand necessitates the addition of more surgeons and residents to meet the growing population in Charleston.

Required Qualifications:

• Board certification or board eligibility in Plastic Surgery
• Fellowship training in microsurgery preferred, but not required
• Demonstrated interest in research, graduate, and undergraduate education
• Commitment to excellence in patient care and professional development

Position Highlights:

• Appointment as an Assistant, Associate or Professor of Surgery
• Start date can be as soon as possible or upon graduation in 2027
• Provide exceptional clinical care in Plastic and Breast Reconstruction Surgery at Ashley River Tower, Main Hospital, Nexton Hospital and Hollings Cancer Center.
• Standard Schedule: Two days of outpatient clinic, two days of OR time, and one day of admin/research/flex time. Work schedule is flexible to cater to the candidates needs and interests.
• Department and division support to grow and streamline our Breast Reconstruction service line.
• Collaborate closely with the Division of Surgical Oncology to provide leadership and drive innovation in patient care and integration between surgical oncology and breast reconstruction.
• Research is not required; however, we welcome applicants with research interests to apply
• Actively participate in the education and training of medical students, residents, and fellows
• Engage in scholarly activities, including research, publications, and presentations
• Contribute to the academic and clinical growth of the department and institution

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 EHR 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, South Carolina, is a city where cobblestone streets weave between confection-colored antebellum mansions, and historic church steeples dot the skyline. It has been named the #1 city in the US multiple times by Conde Nast Traveler and Travel & Leisure magazine. More than four million people visit our city each year to experience 90 miles of pristine coastline, and to enjoy world-class shopping and culinary arts. Our region boasts a growing economy, top-ranked schools, year-round outdoor recreation, and some of the friendliest people in the country. 

We invite you to join a team committed to changing whats possible in healthcare, and to do so in one of the most exciting cities in the country. Your life in Charleston awaits!

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.