Rheumatologist | MUSC Health Rheumatology | Columbia, SC

Rheumatologist | MUSC Health Rheumatology | Columbia, SC

Columbia, South CarolinaPosted 2mo agoattending physician
~$350,000SalaryDr Signal· Limited coverage

Reported by 8 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay

RheumatologyFull-time4-day schedule, 40 hours/week · No call

Overview

Location
Columbia, South Carolina
Schedule
4-day schedule, 40 hours/week · No call
SalaryDr Signal range
$285k – $385k

8 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay

Practice
Community practice

Role summary

MUSC Health Rheumatology seeks a BC/BE Rheumatologist for a full-time, 100% outpatient community practice position in Columbia and Elgin, SC, offering a 4-day schedule with no call or weekends. The position includes competitive salary, benefits, employer-funded retirement plans, malpractice coverage, parental leave, CME support, and use of Epic EHR with AI tools to reduce administrative burden.

What the posting highlights

  • Team-based care model supporting shared responsibility
  • Care setting: 100% outpatient practice
  • Patient population: Diverse and complex patient population with autoimmune diseases, arthritis, musculoskeletal disorders

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Physician-reported total comp$285k–$385k · $350k median
$273kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$397k

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

Compensation

What physicians report
$285k – $385k
Pay context
SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
Report sample
8 recent physician reports · region cohort
Compensation basis
Estimated total compensation

Benefits named in the posting

  • Employer-funded retirement plans
  • Paid occurrence malpractice coverage
  • Paid parental leave
  • CME allowance plus paid days off
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
  • One-on-one support services for managing student debt
Physician-reported total comp$285k–$385k · $350k median
$273kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$397k

This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 8 recent, approved physician reports (region 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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Trust state
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EHR
Epic
Source
Official employer source
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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Community practice
Patient population
Diverse and complex patient population with autoimmune diseases, arthritis, musculoskeletal disorders
EHR
Epic
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
South Carolina
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Community practice

SalaryDr will show local peer compensation and hiring supply here once this role has enough physician-reported data.

Questions to ask the employer

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

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Work Design

Schedule
4-day schedule, 40 hours/week
Call burden
No call
Inpatient / outpatient
100% outpatient practice
Coverage model
Team-based care model supporting shared responsibility
Admin burden
Reduced administrative burden with AI-enabled documentation and workflow tools integrated into Epic
FTE
1

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Official employer source
Salary label
SalaryDr Signal
First seen
1 mo ago
Last verified
today
Extraction confidence
95%

Full description

Job Description Summary MUSC Health Rheumatology is seeking a highly motivated BC/BE fellowship-trained Rheumatologist to join our team in Columbia and Elgin, South Carolina. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment alongside excellent support staff with access to cutting-edge technology, and a diverse and complex patient population. Entity MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type​ Regular Cost Center CC005151 MCP - Rheumatology at Elgin Med Pavilion Pay Rate Type Salary Pay Grade Health-02 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift Job Description MUSC Health Rheumatology is seeking a highly motivated BC/BE fellowship-trained Rheumatologist to join our team in Columbia and Elgin, South Carolina. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment alongside excellent support staff with access to cutting-edge technology, and a diverse and complex patient population. About MUSC Health Rheumatology MUSC Health Rheumatology is a specialized medical practice focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of autoimmune diseases, arthritis, musculoskeletal disorders, and other conditions affecting the joints, muscles, and connective tissues. The practice serves patients throughout the Midlands and surrounding communities, providing comprehensive, patient-centered care through advanced treatment options, ongoing disease management, and a multidisciplinary approach to improving quality of life. Required Qualifications Must be BC/BE in Rheumatology by the American Board of Medical Specialties or AOA Must hold an unrestricted South Carolina permanent license and SC DEA license. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Position Highlights 100% Outpatient Practice. See a wide variety of cases. A patient-centered, team-based care model. Strong administrative and clinical support. 4-day schedule. Established referral base. Excellent staffing support. No Call, No Weekends Opportunity to grow and expand MUSC Health’s Rheumatology services in the Columbia and Elgin areas. 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 Columbia, South Carolina Bustling with energy and tradition, Columbia, SC, blends the vibrancy of a college town with the influence of a state capital, where historic landmarks stand alongside lively cafés, music venues, and spirited game-day crowds. This mid-sized city offers physicians a thriving economy with a cost of living that remains below the national average and excellent public and private school options. Unlike larger metros, traffic here is light, and the atmosphere is welcoming. Columbia’s residents enjoy a vibrant arts, music, and culinary scene, and access to lakes, rivers, and outdoor recreation just minutes from downtown. The city’s central location also means easy travel with Charlotte Douglas International Airport and Charleston International Airport, both within 1.5 hours and Columbia Metropolitan Airport just 15 minutes from downtown. 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. 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