UNIV - Pediatric Allergist - Pediatrics: Pulmonary

Job Description: The Division of Pulmonology, Allergy and Immunology, in The Dr. Charles P. Darby Jr. Department of Pediatrics, at the Medical University of South Carolina, is seeking a board certified/board eligible allergist/immunologist to join our faculty on the clinician-educator track. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with experience. The successful applicant will help us expand our comprehensive allergy and immunology services within MUSC Children’s Health System. Responsibilities will include primarily outpatient care for children and adults, but will also provide inpatient pediatric allergy and immunology consult service. In the next few years, we plan to offer an Allergy and Immunology Fellowship Training Program. Areas of potential growth include multispecialty clinics in drug allergy, oral immunotherapy, severe asthma, severe eczema, immune dysregulation, and solid organ transplant. In addition to clinical expectations, responsibilities will also include teaching fellows, residents and medical students. Pursuing individual scholarly interests is encouraged and supported. Ideal Candidates: Board Certified or Eligible by the American Board of Pediatrics Commitment to MUSC’s educational missions Eligible for licensure in South Carolina Strong interest in working with both typical as well as medically complex children Opportunity Details: Participates in Patient-Centered Medical Home activities Displays a strong commitment to Evidence-Based Medicine and Quality Improvement in teaching and practice Practices located at MUSC’s Summey Medical Pavilion in North Charleston, in addition to allergy clinics in the greater Charleston area (currently in Mount Pleasant, West Ashley, and growing to Summerville) Full complement of allergy trained medical staff Opportunities to work with medical students and residents and elective trainees MUSC Offerings: Relocation assistance Competitive pay and signing bonus Excellent retirement options, 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) Program Qualified Employer MUSC is located in Charleston, SC, frequently named one of the best places in America to live. If charming, historic, vibrant, cultural, and coastal are adjectives that you find appealing, it’s all here. In Charleston, you might find yourself dining at a world-class restaurant tonight and relaxing on a boat as you explore our many waterways tomorrow. You might stroll along cobblestone streets, amidst centuries old homes by day and attend a jazz concert by night. Charleston is a place where you can live your life to its fullest.

Additional Job Description Physical Requirements: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent) If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! 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. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees