Academic Pediatric Oncologic Palliative Care Physician

MUSC Children's Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks a physician trained in palliative medicine and oncology to embed specialty palliative care within the pediatric cancer services. The role focuses on ambulatory care with potential inpatient consultations, enabling coordinated care for children with cancer.

You will work with palliative care and oncology leadership to develop referral pathways, track outcomes, and support education and future growth, with opportunities for research and

Qualifications

• Board-certified or eligible in both oncology and palliative medicine.
• Demonstrated strong clinical and family-centered care skills.
• Eligible for medical licensure in South Carolina/MUSC practice.

Responsibilities

• Embed palliative care within pediatric cancer services and connect with Hematology/Oncology.
• Deliver ambulatory specialty palliative care and inpatient consultations.
• Develop referral pathways and clinic workflows with leadership.
• Track metrics, outcomes, and contribute to education for clinical teams.
• Engage in research and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Strong communication

Family-centered care

Education

Board-certified in Oncology

Board-certified in Palliative Medicine

Job description

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks a physician trained in palliative medicine and oncology to embed specialty palliative care within the pediatric cancer services. The role focuses on ambulatory care with potential inpatient consultations, enabling coordinated care for children with cancer.

You will work with palliative care and oncology leadership to develop referral pathways, track outcomes, and support education and future growth, with opportunities for research and