General Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) | Department of General Surgery | Columbia, SC

Job Description Summary

MUSC Surgical Associates is looking for an APP to join our remarkable team of 4 general surgeons, 2 bariatric surgeons, and 2 APPs in our Downtown and Northeast Columbia locations. The APP should enjoy providing care to patients across the lifespan in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. The APP will treat patients in an office setting, act as first assist in the OR, round on patients, provide quality care for patients in the hospital, and assist with consultations, admissions, and discharges in the ED and hospital.

Entity

MUSC Community Physicians (MCP)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC001882 MCP - Columbia Surgical Assc Gatewy

Pay Rate Type

Hourly, Salary

Pay Grade

Health-33

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

MUSC Surgical Associates is looking for an Advanced Practice Provider to join our remarkable team of 4 general surgeons, 2 bariatric surgeons, and 2 APPs in our Downtown and Northeast Columbia locations. The APP should enjoy providing care to patients across the lifespan in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. The APP will treat patients in an office setting, act as first assist in the OR, round on patients, provide quality care for patients in the hospital, and assist with consultations, admissions, and discharges in the ED and hospital.

About MUSC Health Columbia:

MUSC Health - Columbia Medical Center - Downtown is a 332-bed hospital located in the heart of downtown Columbia, South Carolina. Founded in 1938 by the Sisters of Charity of St. Augustine, this facility has a longstanding reputation for compassionate care and outstanding clinical services, including an award-winning Heart & Vascular Center. MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise of the Medical University of South Carolina, is dedicated to the pursuit of “Changing What’s Possible” in health care. Nationally recognized for its innovation, patient and family-centered care, and quality outcomes, this integrated health care system is accessible via its downtown Charleston campus, seven regional medical centers, more than 100 outreach locations, clinical affiliations with numerous health care partners, and a robust telehealth network.

MUSC Health – Columbia Medical Center Northeast is a 75-bed hospital located in the northeast Columbia area with easy access to I-77, and I-20. Our care team members are highly skilled professionals dedicated to providing compassionate care for the Richland County community and beyond. Northeast Columbia is a fast-growing community with award winning school districts, great shopping, fine and casual dining, and local State Parks for outdoor adventure!

Columbia, SC, conveniently located between the scenic beaches of the Lowcountry, and majestic mountains of the Upstate, became South Carolina’s capital city in 1786. Since that time, Columbia has grown to be the state’s second-most populous city, and with its unique mix of history, innovation, and culture, it’s easy to see why people flock to the place accurately dubbed “The Real Southern Hot Spot.” In Columbia, you’ll find popular attractions like the University of South Carolina Gamecocks, South Carolina State Museum, Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, Columbia Fireflies Baseball, and beautiful Lake Murray, alongside a vibrant food and drink scene, unique markets and festivals featuring local artisans, and easy access to the natural beauty of the city’s parks and outdoor spaces.

Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Salaried/Exempt
Hours per week: 40
Scheduled Work Hours/Shift:  Monday thru Friday 7am-5pm.

• These hours may vary due to the OR schedule.
• One required call weekend per month from 7am Friday to 7am Monday. Occasionally, additional call coverage may be needed.

Patient Population Focus: Inpatient, Outpatient, Operating Room/First Assist, Procedural Unit, Emergency Department Management/Consultation

Patient Population Age Range:  0 years-death

Required Minimum Training and Experience
Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant or completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as an APRN as noted below.

APRN License Type/Certification:

• FNP (Family NP): (birth to death) Stable chronic disease state management, primary care across the lifespan.
• APRN must have Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) Certification

Preferred Training and Experience