The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking a Pediatric Advanced Endoscopist to join the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology within its nationally recognized Department of Pediatrics in coastal South Carolina. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead and advance the field of pediatric interventional endoscopy as the only pediatric specialist in the state of South Carolina. The ideal candidate will have specialized expertise in performing complex interventional endoscopic procedures and a passion for improving pediatric gastrointestinal health outcomes. The qualified pediatric gastroenterologist will enjoy a rewarding and diverse career that includes clinical care, involvement in leading-edge research, and the education of future leaders in pediatric care.

The Gastroenterology & GI Surgery program is repeatedly recognized on the US News & World Report Best Children's Hospital Rankings, and it is the largest and most comprehensive program in the region. The program maintains an active consultation service for children with gastrointestinal, nutritional, and liver problems. We celebrate our established and vibrant pediatric gastroenterology fellowship program. The Pediatric Gastroenterology Division performs over 13,000 outpatient visits, 2,000 inpatient consultations, and 1,200 procedures annually with an emphasis on excellence in clinical care. The team is the only pediatric liver transplant center and motility center in South Carolina. We also collaborate with many other specialties at MUSC Children's Health to treat patients holistically.

In 2020, MUSC Children's Health opened the Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital and Pearl Tourville Women's Pavilion, a 100,000 square foot, 250-bed, state-of-the-art building that is transforming the delivery of fetal, women's and children's care in the region. Supporting the outstanding clinical care at our Children's Hospital and Women's Pavilion is the Charles P. Darby Children's Research Institute, the largest pediatric research facility in the Carolinas, and one of only 15 like it in the country.

Learn more about the Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital: https://musckids.org/about-us/sjch

Ideal Candidates:

• BC/BE Pediatrician who has completed an accredited Pediatric Gastroenterology Fellowship and advanced fellowship training in Pediatric Interventional Endoscopy or equivalent experience

• Perform a wide range of advanced interventional endoscopic procedures in pediatric patients, utilizing cutting-edge techniques and equipment, including but not limited to:
• Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
• Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)
• Endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR)
• Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD)
• Balloon-assisted enteroscopy
• Endoscopic hemostasis
• Foreign body removal
• Endoscopic dilation
• Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube placement
• Endoscopic cyst gastrostomy
• Endoscopic variceal band ligation
• Other complex interventional endoscopic procedures as needed

• Committed to MUSC's educational missions and enthusiastic about teaching
• Proven leadership and interpersonal skills, with interest in program development opportunities

Opportunity Details:

• MUSC Children's Health Pediatric Gastroenterology will launch our pediatric advanced endoscopy therapeutics service in 2025
• Join a collaborative team of 10 faculty physicians, 4 APPs, dieticians and nutritionists
• Dedicated procedure time with pediatric anesthesiology coverage
• Seeking to establish a Pediatric Pancreas Center to parallel our world renown MUSC (adult) Gastroenterology Pancreas Center of Excellence
• Inpatient-call for general pediatric gastroenterology consult service is equally shared amongst 8 of our Charleston-based pediatric gastroenterologists. Anticipate 6 weeks per year shared between 9 faculty in 2025.

We will provide:

• Dedicated departmental clinical research team
• Epic EMR platform
• Relocation assistance
• Faculty appointment with academic rank and salary commensurate with qualifications
• Excellent benefits package, including a pension and optional tax-deferred contributions
• Sovereign Immunity malpractice coverage
• 22 days of annual leave, 15 days of sick leave, and 13 paid holidays
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• CME allowance + time off

Coastal South Carolina is frequently named one of the best places in America to live, and it's easy to see why. The charming coastal cities offer 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.

Founded in 1824, the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) continues to uphold its long tradition of excellence in education, research and patient care. MUSC educates and trains more than 4,100 students and residents in six colleges and has more than 23,600 FTE direct impact employees across 16 hospitals, 2,700 beds, and 750 care locations. As the state's only integrated academic health sciences center and largest non-federal employer in Charleston, the university and its affiliates have collective annual budgets in excess of $5.3 billion, with an annual economic impact of nearly $10.1 billion and annual research funding in excess of $300 million.

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. Send us your CV accompanied by your letter of interest for immediate consideration.

Recruitment Contact: Maiya Souvoravong, providerrecruitment@musc.edu