Geriatric Medicine Job at Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, & Palliative Care is seeking a Geriatrician to join their growing department. The geriatric faculty will serve a unique role by participating in the academic activities of the department while providing comprehensive geriatric care. The ideal candidate will be a patient-centered, compassionate team player with the desire to support the growth of the next generation of healthcare professionals.

The section of Geriatrics has 3 faculty members and an advanced practice provider, within both outpatient and inpatient clinical practices, along with an ACGME – approved Geriatrics Fellowship that accepts 2 fellows per year. The division is committed to meeting the healthcare needs of the rapidly growing geriatric population of the Charleston tri-county area, and to enhancing the mission of the University in the domains of patient care, education, research, & healthcare leadership development.

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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. With over $300 million in research funding, the collaboration between faculty, staff, students, and our partners accelerates the movement of scientific discoveries that improve lives. In 2024, MUSC was named the number one hospital in South Carolina by U.S. News and World Report for the 10^th 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.