Geriatrician Section Head - Department of Medicine, MUSC

ACPM; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PSLF eligibility

Generous PTO & CME allowance

Occurence malpractice coverage

Epic EMR platform

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston seeks a Geriatric Section Head within the Department of Medicine to lead its growing geriatric program. The role entails shaping a system-wide strategy for clinical care, education, and research for older adults across inpatient, outpatient, long-term care, and home settings.

Ideal candidates are BC/BE in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine with geriatric fellowship training, eligible for SC licensure, and demonstrate leadership in

Qualifications

• Fellowship trained in geriatrics or equivalent.
• Experience leading academic activities and programs preferred.
• Strong patient-centered approach and commitment to high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Direct the geriatric care vision across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and junior faculty.
• Collaborate with Charleston VA for potential dual appointment and research.
• Tailor clinical schedules to align with interests.

Skills

Geriatrics fellowship training

Clinical leadership

Patient-centered care

Teaching and mentoring

Education

BC/BE Internal Medicine or Family Medicine

Eligible for South Carolina medical licensure

Academic leadership

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Geriatrician Section Head - Department of Medicine, MUSC

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking a Geriatric Section Head to lead our growing program within the Division of General Internal Medicine, Geriatrics & Palliative Care. This leader will shape a system-wide strategy for outstanding clinical care, education, and research for older adults across inpatient, outpatient, long-term care, and home settings. The ideal candidate will be a patient-centered, compassionate team player as well as a leader with a desire to support the growth of the next generation of healthcare professionals while helping to facilitate the plan for our aging population of patients here at MUSC.

Ideal Candidates

• BC/BE Internal Medicine or FM Physician with Geriatric Fellowship training
• Eligible for medical licensure in South Carolina
• Demonstrated leadership in academics, teaching, or research
• Collaborative and collegial demeanor with commitment to high quality patient care
• Academic orientation and enthusiasm for teaching

Opportunity Details

• Leadership Role - Direct the vision for geriatric care across various settings.
• Academic Mission - Teach and mentor medical students, residents, fellows, & junior faculty
• Collaboration - Possibility of dual appointment with the Charleston VA including research
• Flexibility - Tailor your clinical schedule to your interests.

What we provide

• Faculty appointment commensurate with experience
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Excellent retirement options with employer match
• Occurrence malpractice coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Generous PTO, company holidays, and CME allowance
• Epic EMR platform
• Complimentary student debt analysis and repayment planning services

Founded in 1824, the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is home to the oldest medical school in the South as well as the state's only integrated academic health system, with a unique charge to serve the state through education, research and patient care. Each year, MUSC educates and trains more than 3,000 students and 850 residents and fellows in six colleges: Dental Medicine, Graduate Studies, Health Professions, Medicine, Nursing and Pharmacy. In 2025, MUSC was named the number one hospital in South Carolina by U.S. News and World Report for the 11th year in a row.

Charleston, South Carolina, frequently named one of the best places to live in the U.S., is a charming coastal city offering residents a unique mix of history, culture, arts, innovation, and natural beauty. In Charleston, you can explore miles of pristine beaches and waterways in the morning, and wind your way along shaded cobblestone streets, exploring centuries-old historic homes in the afternoon. At night, visit one of Charleston's many award-winning restaurants to enjoy traditional Lowcountry cuisine prepared by world-class chefs. Charleston is a place where you can live your life to its fullest.

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