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The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Infectious Disease physician to join its expanding Division of Infectious Diseases within the Department of Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. This position will support efforts to broaden access to care and serve a diverse patient population across the Charleston area. The role offers participation in either a clinical educator or modified clinical track, with primary responsibilities based at MUSCs Main Hospital in downtown Charleston, along with opportunities to provide outreach care in surrounding communities.

About The Division of Infectious Diseases:

The division includes 21 physicians and 3 advanced practice providers, dedicated to excellence in patient-centered care, research, and education. Faculty lead key institutional programs such as infection control, antimicrobial stewardship, and transplant infectious diseases. The division has provided comprehensive HIV care for over 30 years, supported by the HRSA Ryan White Program and SC DHEC. Active research areas include HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, antimicrobial resistance, and related fields. Educational programs include a two-year Infectious Diseases Fellowship and a one-year Transplant Infectious Diseases Fellowship, offering robust clinical and research training.

Required Qualifications:

• MD or MD/PhD
• Must be Board Certified/Board Eligible in Infectious Diseases
• Committed to MUSCs educational missions and enthusiastic about teaching

Position Highlights:

• Provide inpatient and consultative Infectious Diseases care across MUSC Health facilities, including a diverse and complex patient population
• Become part of a well-established, collaborative team of 21 physicians and 3 advanced practice providers.
• Participate in inpatient teaching services, including attending on resident and fellow led teams
• Provide inpatient and consultative Infectious Diseases care via telehealth prn
• Engage in multidisciplinary collaboration with transplant teams, hospital medicine, critical care, and surgical services
• Contribute to established programs such as antimicrobial stewardship, infection prevention, and transplant infectious diseases
• Attend and participate in division conferences, case discussions and grand rounds
• Opportunity to develop or expand subspecialty interests within infectious diseases (e.g., HIV care, transplant ID, antimicrobial resistance, global health)
• Flexible modified clinical track with protected time for academic, research, or educational pursuits
• Opportunities to participate in clinical trials, outcomes research, and quality improvement initiatives
• Shared call responsibilities with a collegial division faculty

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:

Charleston offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern coastal living. Known for its cobblestone streets, vibrant culinary scene, and waterfront views, the city consistently ranks among the top places to live and visit in the U.S. Residents enjoy a mild climate, easy access to beaches, and a rich cultural landscape filled with art, music, and history. With its welcoming community and high quality of life, Charleston provides an exceptional setting for both personal and professional growth.

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.

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.

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.