UNIV - Transplant Nephrology Medical Director - Department of Medicine: Division of Nephrology, Transplant
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Job Description
Job Description Summary
- The Division of Nephrology at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston, South Carolina, is seeking a fellowship trained, board-certified transplant nephrologist to join its faculty as the Medical Director of Transplant Nephrology.
- Entity
- Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)
- Worker Type
- Employee
- Worker Sub-Type
- Faculty
- Cost Center
- CC004743 COM DOM TRANS Nephrology Transplant CC
- Pay Rate Type
Salary
- Pay Grade
- University-00
Pay Range
- 0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000
- Scheduled Weekly Hours
- 40
Work Shift
Job Description
Clinical responsibilities will consist primarily of inpatient and outpatient attending coverage for transplant nephrology patients. This position will be with the Division of Nephrology, Section of Transplant Nephrology. This role may include MUSC Health System state-wide leadership opportunities in transplant nephrology.
The Medical University offers a competitive salary and benefit package commensurate with experience. The successful DO/MD candidate will have significant leadership experience and be eligible for licensure in South Carolina.
MD or MD/PhD board certified (or board eligible) in Transplant Nephrology.
Additional Job Description
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: 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: uscis.gov
Key Responsibilities
The Medical Director will provide inpatient and outpatient attending coverage for transplant nephrology patients. The role also involves providing leadership for transplant nephrology initiatives across the MUSC Health System.
Requirements
Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible transplant nephrologists with significant leadership experience. A valid medical license in South Carolina is required for the position.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 10+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Nephrology — Physician Career Context
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for South Carolina is 93.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.6% of South Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living | South Carolina index 93.7 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physician listings in South Carolina | 475 active | 22,724 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | South Carolina Physician listings: 16% state a sign-on bonus (median $88k) · 15% offer loan repayment475 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Physician pay trend | +2.4% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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