UNIV - Open Rank - Infectious Disease Physician - Pediatrics: Infectious Disease

UNIV - Open Rank - Infectious Disease Physician - Pediatrics: Infectious Disease

CharlestonPosted 2mo agoattending physician
~$360,000SalaryDr Signal· Strong coverage

Reported by 73 physicians · national cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay

Infectious DiseaseFull-time40 hours per week · 1:8 call schedule supporting balance and sustainability

Overview

Location
Charleston
Schedule
40 hours per week · 1:8 call schedule supporting balance and sustainability
SalaryDr Signal range
$340k – $385k

73 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay

Practice
Academic · Children's hospital

Role summary

This is a full-time academic leadership role as Medical Director of Pediatric Infectious Diseases Clinical Operations at MUSC in a 250-bed children's hospital, involving inpatient and outpatient clinical oversight, research, teaching, and program expansion with a 1:8 call schedule. Compensation is salary-based with leadership stipend and pension eligibility.

What the posting highlights

  • Care setting: Oversee two inpatient consult services and outpatient clinics
  • Patient population: Pediatric, immunocompromised, oncology, transplant, ICU, NICU, surgical subspecialties
  • Research or clinical-trial participation is noted
  • Teaching or an academic practice setting is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Physician-reported total comp$340k–$385k · $360k median
$335kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$390k

Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.

Compensation

What physicians report
$340k – $385k
Pay context
SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
Report sample
73 recent physician reports · national cohort
Compensation basis
Estimated total compensation
Physician-reported total comp$340k–$385k · $360k median
$335kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$390k

This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 73 recent, approved physician reports (national cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.

Next steps

Employer

MUSC Health

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EHR
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Source
Official employer source
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Facility & Community

Charleston
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Charleston
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Facility
Children's hospital
Market
National
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Facility details
Practice setting
Academic
Facility type
Children's hospital
Beds
250
Patient population
Pediatric, immunocompromised, oncology, transplant, ICU, NICU, surgical subspecialties
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
National
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Academic

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  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Schedule
40 hours per week
Call burden
1:8 call schedule supporting balance and sustainability
Inpatient / outpatient
Oversee two inpatient consult services and outpatient clinics
FTE
1
Teaching
Yes
Research
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Official employer source
Salary label
SalaryDr Signal
First seen
2 mo ago
Last verified
2 days ago
Extraction confidence
90%

Full description

Job Description Summary

AMN Healthcare has partnered with the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) to recruit a Medical Director of Pediatric Infectious Diseases Clinical Operations in Charleston, South Carolina. This leadership opportunity offers the ability to shape one of the fastest growing Pediatric Infectious Diseases programs in the country, driving clinical excellence, operational strategy, and program expansion within a highly collaborative academic environment.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Faculty

Cost Center

CC001024 COM PEDS Infectious Diseases 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

AMN Healthcare has partnered with the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) to recruit a Medical Director of Pediatric Infectious Diseases Clinical Operations in Charleston, South Carolina. This leadership opportunity offers the ability to shape one of the fastest growing Pediatric Infectious Diseases programs in the country, driving clinical excellence, operational strategy, and program expansion within a highly collaborative academic environment.

You will partner with divisional leadership to optimize care delivery, expand access, and lead the development of a nationally recognized Immunocompromised Pediatric Infectious Diseases program, while contributing to education, research, and multidisciplinary care across MUSC Children’s Health.

Opportunity Highlights

· Lead one of the fastest growing Pediatric Infectious Diseases programs in the country

  • 1:8 call schedule supporting balance and sustainability
  • Oversee two inpatient consult services, outpatient clinics, and antimicrobial stewardship
  • Join 7 Pediatric Infectious Diseases faculty, with continued growth approved
  • Build a premier Immunocompromised Pediatric Infectious Diseases program
  • Collaborate with oncology, transplant, ICU, NICU, and surgical subspecialties
  • Participate in a well-established fellowship program with teaching opportunities
  • Practice in a 250-bed, state-of-the-art children’s hospital environment
  • Drive measurable improvements in access, outcomes, and care coordination
  • Receive competitive compensation, leadership stipend, pension eligibility, and PSLF

Community Information

Charleston offers an exceptional blend of coastal living, career opportunity, and cultural vibrancy. U.S. News & World Report ranks Charleston among the top places to live in South Carolina, highlighting a strong job market and quality of life (2025–2026). Niche assigns Charleston an A overall grade, noting strong scores for families and outdoor activities (2026).

· Enjoy beaches, waterfront living, and nationally recognized dining (AreaVibes, 2026)

  • Strong livability rankings and economic growth (U.S. News & World Report, 2025–2026)
  • Highly rated for families, diversity, and community lifestyle (Niche, 2026)

Step into a leadership role where you can grow a premier program, lead with purpose, and thrive in Charleston’s dynamic coastal community.

MD or MD equivalent

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.

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