MUSC Health Virtual Rheumatologist (MD/DO)
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Job Description
Job Description Summary
MUSC Health is seeking board-certified or board-eligible rheumatologists to join its established Virtual Rheumatology team. This fully remote opportunity allows physicians to deliver high-quality specialty care from the convenience of home while expanding access for patients across South Carolina.
Physicians will evaluate and manage a broad range of rheumatic and autoimmune conditions through a collaborative virtual-care model supported by the resources, technology, and clinical expertise of a leading academic health system.
- Entity
- MUSC Community Physicians (MCP)
- Worker Type
- Employee
- Worker Sub-Type
- Regular
- Cost Center
- CC004278 MCP - Virtual First Teleconsultation
- Pay Rate Type
Salary
- Pay Grade
- Health-02
- Scheduled Weekly Hours
- 40
Work Shift
Job Description
MUSC Health is seeking board-certified or board-eligible rheumatologists to join its established Virtual Rheumatology team. This fully remote opportunity allows physicians to deliver high-quality specialty care from the convenience of home while expanding access for patients across South Carolina.
Physicians will evaluate and manage a broad range of rheumatic and autoimmune conditions through a collaborative virtual-care model supported by the resources, technology, and clinical expertise of a leading academic health system.
Virtual Rheumatology physicians will provide complex ambulatory consultations, and some clinical guidance through panel reviews for Advanced Practice Providers. This is an exciting opportunity for rheumatologists who value flexibility, innovation, and meaningful patient impact. This physician will play an important role in strengthening a growing virtual program, improving access to specialty care, and helping shape the future of Rheumatology services at MUSC Health.
About MUSC Health Center for Telehealth
The MUSC Health Center for Telehealth uses innovative virtual-care technology to connect patients throughout South Carolina with MUSC Health providers and specialists. The Center supports a broad range of telehealth services focused on expanding access, coordinating care, and improving the health of communities, especially for patients who may otherwise face barriers to specialty care.
Recognized by the Health Resources and Services Administration as one of two National Telehealth Centers of Excellence, the MUSC Center for Telehealth also serves as the headquarters of the South Carolina Telehealth Alliance. Through research, education, collaboration, and the development of promising telehealth practices, the Center helps advance virtual care across South Carolina and contributes to improvements in the broader national telehealth landscape.
Required Qualifications
- Board certified or board eligible in Rheumatology
- Licensed, or eligible for medical licensure, in South Carolina
- Telemedicine experience preferred
Position Highlights
- Deliver rheumatology care through a fully virtual model from your home
- Treat patients with a wide range of rheumatic conditions
- Help build and shape a newly established virtual Rheumatology program
- Potential leadership opportunity supporting strategy, growth, clinical operations, and provider development
- Benefits & Resources for Providers
- Competitive compensation
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
- Paid occurrence malpractice coverage
- Employer-funded retirement plan
- $5,000 continuing medical education allowance and five CME days
Epic Electronic Medical Record Platform
- Access to the resources of an academic medical center, including the MUSC medical library and opportunities to participate in leading-edge research
- Additional Job Description
About MUSC Health
MUSC Health is the clinical enterprise of the Medical University of South Carolina. The integrated health system serves patients through its Charleston campus, regional medical centers, outreach locations, clinical affiliations, and a robust telehealth network.
MUSC Health brings together clinicians, health scientists, and educators to deliver patient-centered care while developing the next generation of healthcare leaders.
At MUSC Health, providers are empowered to transform expertise, learning, and discovery into exceptional care while demonstrating the values of compassion, teamwork, diversity, accountability, and innovation.
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 physician will provide complex ambulatory consultations and manage a broad range of rheumatic and autoimmune conditions through a virtual-care model. They will also provide clinical guidance to Advanced Practice Providers and contribute to the growth and strategy of the virtual rheumatology program.
Requirements
Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible in Rheumatology and hold or be eligible for a medical license in South Carolina. Previous experience in telemedicine is preferred.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Rheumatology — Physician Career Context
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Nationally, Rheumatology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $290k, with the typical range spanning $220k to $380k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates MUSC Health Virtual Rheumatologist (MD/DO) at MUSC a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Rheumatology — ranked against 145 active Rheumatology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.
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