Neurology - Movement Disorders Opportunity

American Academy of Neurology; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Malpractice coverage

Paid parental leave

Leave and holidays

CME allowance

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina's Movement Disorders program in Charleston, SC seeks a Neurologist specializing in movement disorders to join a leading academic team. The role focuses on outpatient care, teaching medical students and residents, and collaborative clinical research with strong mentorship.

Applicants should be Board-certified in Neurology with a movement disorders fellowship and a passion for teaching, outreach, and scholarly activity.

Qualifications

• Board certification in Neurology with a movement disorders fellowship.
• Academic orientation with interest in teaching, outreach and research.
• Expertise in Movement Disorders including Parkinson's Disease and DBS.
• Collaborative, team-focused approach to multidisciplinary care.

Responsibilities

• Outpatient care with strong interdisciplinary support.
• Teaching medical students, neurology residents and fellows.
• Participation in movement disorders clinical research with mentorship.
• Protected research time depending on qualifications.
• Minimal on-call (1–2 nights per month).

Skills

Movement disorders

Parkinson's disease

Deep Brain Stimulation

Teaching

Collaboration

Team-based care

Education

Neurology residency

Movement disorders fellowship

Board-certified Neurology

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

Neurology - Movement Disorders Opportunity in Coastal Charleston, SC

Join a team that's Changing What's Possible - The Medical University of South Carolina's Movement Disorders program is a clinical leader in the state. As the first Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence in South Carolina, MUSC offers the only comprehensive movement disorders program in the state with an interdisciplinary care model, opportunities for patients to participate in clinical trials, patient support and educational programs.

About Neurology Movement Disorder in Charleston:

• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating team composed of 7 Faculty, 2 APPs,
  research coordinators, nursing staff, and comprehensive administrative support
• Advanced diagnostics, multidisciplinary planning, and a full spectrum of medical and
  innovative therapies
• Division is active in research and highly collaborative with MUSC's neurosciences
  program, the College of Health Professionals for Movement Rehabilitation, and the Center for Bio Imaging
• Division has achieved multiple national designations, including being designated as a
  Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence, Huntington's Disease Society of America Center of Excellence, and CurePSP Center of Care

Required Qualifications:

• Focus on collaboration, innovation, and teamwork
• Expertise in the specific areas of Movement Disorders, such as Parkinson's Disease, Huntington's Disease, Dystonia and specifically Deep Brain Stimulation
• Board certification in Neurology, and completion of a movement disorders fellowship
• Academic orientation, enthusiasm for teaching, passion for outreach and research

Position Highlights:

• Position focused on outpatient care
• Very strong interdisciplinary specialty support
• Involvement in the teaching of medical students, neurology residents, and fellows
• Opportunity to participate in the movement disorders clinical research program with many possibilities for collaboration university-wide, as well as senior investigators and PIs available for mentorship
• Protected research time available depending on candidate's qualifications and background
• Minimal call - only 1-2 nights per month
• Special interests fully supported

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:

Frequently named one of the best places in America to live, and it's easy to see why. This charming coastal city offers 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 Low Country cuisine prepared by world-class chefs. Charleston is a place where you can live your life to its fullest.

We invite you to join the team committed to "changing what's possible" and do so in one of the most exciting cities in the country.

About MUSC:

South Carolina's 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.