Job Description Summary
MUSC Health is seeking a compassionate and collaborative Board-certified or Board-eligible Neonatologist to join our neonatal care team at East Cooper Medical Center in beautiful Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.Entity
MUSC Community Physicians (MCP)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
RegularCost Center
CC004067 MCP - East Cooper NeonatalogyPay Rate Type
Hourly, SalaryPay Grade
Health-02Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
MUSC Health is seeking a compassionate and collaborative Board-certified or Board-eligible Neonatologist to join our neonatal care team at East Cooper Medical Center in beautiful Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.
We welcome physicians from a variety of training backgrounds and experiences who share a commitment to delivering exceptional care for newborns and their families. This opportunity offers experienced neonatologists the support, resources, and collegial environment needed to achieve long-term professional success and career satisfaction.
As part of the MUSC – Community Physicians Neonatology Division, you will provide care in a Level II Special Care Nursery/NICU while benefiting from the expertise, innovation, and resources of South Carolina's leading academic health system. The East Cooper neonatal program is integrated with MUSC Children's Health, providing seamless access to regional neonatal and pediatric subspecialty support.
Our team values:
Clinical excellence
Collaboration and mutual respect
Family-centered care
Continuous learning and innovation
Physician well-being and sustainable practice
About East Cooper Medical Center:
Located in the heart of Mount Pleasant, East Cooper Medical Center serves one of the fastest-growing communities in the Southeast. The hospital's Level II Special Care Nursery/NICU provides specialized care for newborns requiring intermediate-level support and is backed by the expertise and referral network of MUSC Children's Health, the state's premier pediatric and neonatal care provider. MUSC Neonatology supports both East Cooper Medical Center and the nationally recognized neonatal programs in Charleston, creating a collegial and highly integrated care environment.
Required Qualifications:
MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Board-certified in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Completion of an accredited Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine fellowship
Minimum of five years of neonatal practice experience following fellowship training
Eligible for South Carolina medical licensure
Experience performing circumcisions or willingness to obtain training
Experience with ventilator management
Commitment to family-centered care and participation in daily multidisciplinary rounds
Ability to collaborate effectively with speech therapy, lactation, and family support services
Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered neonatal care
Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
Position Highlights:
Practice within a well-established MUSC Neonatology program
Coverage of a Level II Special Care Nursery/NICU at MUSC Health East Cooper Medical Center
Collaborative team environment with access to pediatric subspecialty expertise across MUSC Children's Health
Provide telemedicine rounds for three MUSC-affiliated facilities utilizing the Teladoc platform
24-hour in-house APP coverage providing continuous bedside support.
Provide care for well newborns in addition to Level II nursery responsibilities
Opportunity to participate in quality improvement and program development initiatives
Academic affiliation with the Medical University of South Carolina
Access to advanced neonatal transport and tertiary referral resources
Supportive physician leadership and robust clinical infrastructure
Epic EHR platform with integrated AI-enabled documentation and workflow tools
Benefits & Resources for Physicians:
Competitive compensation and benefits
Employer-funded retirement plans
Paid occurrence malpractice coverage
Paid parental leave
CME allowance + paid days off
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
One-on-one support services for managing student debt
Epic EHR with physician-centered optimization and robust user support
AI-enabled documentation and workflow tools integrated into Epic to reduce administrative burden and support clinical decision-making at the point of care
Team-based care models that support sustainable workloads, shared responsibility, and physician well-being
Life in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina:
Mount Pleasant offers an exceptional coastal lifestyle that combines natural beauty, family-friendly living, and professional opportunity. Located just minutes from historic downtown Charleston, residents enjoy access to world-class dining, vibrant arts and culture, rich history, and some of the Southeast's most desirable beaches.
Physicians and their families are drawn to the area's outstanding quality of life, which includes:
Top-rated public and private schools
Waterfront living and abundant outdoor recreation
Boating, fishing, golf, and year-round coastal activities
Vibrant, family-friendly neighborhoods
Easy access to Charleston's renowned restaurants, entertainment, and cultural attractions
A thriving local economy and strong sense of community
With its blend of coastal charm, modern amenities, excellent schools, and endless recreational opportunities, Mount Pleasant consistently ranks among the nation's most desirable places to live and work, offering an ideal setting for physicians seeking both career fulfillment and an exceptional lifestyle.
Additional Job Description
About MUSC:
South Carolina’s leading academic health system, MUSC Health, serves patients across the state through a growing network of hospitals, clinics, and specialty services. As the clinical enterprise of the Medical University of South Carolina, MUSC Health integrates academic medicine, research, and education with a strong commitment to patient care. Physicians who join MUSC Health become part of a mission-driven organization recognized for clinical excellence, innovation, and meaningful investment in physicians’ success. With opportunities in both academic and community settings, MUSC Health provides the scale, resources, and infrastructure to support meaningful, long-term physician careers.
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.
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