Description

The Department of Surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking a Trauma and Acute Care Surgeon at the late Assistant or Associate Professor level to serve in a unique leadership role as the Physician Lead of an established Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Program (HVIP).  

The Turning the Tide Violence Intervention Program (https://muschealth.org/medical-services/emergency/trauma/turning-the-tide) began in 2021, and is nationally recognized for its service to patients, research, innovation and leadership. This position offers an exceptional opportunity for academic advancement, meaningful community impact, and leadership in a multidisciplinary initiative aimed at reducing violence-related trauma through intervention, advocacy, and long-term support.

Requirements

Position Requirements/Details:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery and Surgical Critical Car
• Eligible for medical licensure in South Carolina
• Minimum of 3 years post-fellowship clinical experience
• Demonstrated interest in trauma surgery, public health, and violence prevention
• Experience with or strong interest in grant writing and program development
• Academic experience and interest in research or community-engaged scholarship
• Leadership experience or demonstrated potential for leadership in programmatic or clinical roles

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical leadership and strategic direction for the HVIP in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team
• Partner with community-based organizations to develop and implement evidence-based violence prevention strategies
• Lead and contribute to grant writing efforts to secure ongoing program funding
• Support program evaluation, data collection, and research related to outcomes and impact
• Serve as a mentor and educator to trainees interested in public health, trauma, and community-engaged care

This is a unique opportunity to lead a nationally recognized violence intervention effort while maintaining a strong academic and clinical practice. MUSC offers a collaborative environment, robust institutional support, and a commitment to improving outcomes for underserved and vulnerable populations.

About MUSC:

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is a leading academic health system and the only ACS-verified Level I Trauma Center serving the Lowcountry region of South Carolina-a population of over 900,000. MUSC’s flagship campus includes the main adult hospital and Ashley River Tower, together offering more than 800 inpatient beds and supporting high-acuity surgical care across disciplines. The system is in an exciting phase of clinical expansion, including the recently opened Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital (250 beds) and new state-of-the-art adult and pediatric burn centers scheduled to open within the next academic year. As the region’s primary trauma referral center, MUSC offers unparalleled clinical volume, acuity, and complexity-making it an ideal environment for trauma surgeons committed to academic practice, innovation, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

About Charleston:

Charleston, South Carolina, offers an exceptional quality of life for medical professionals and their families. As a historic coastal city with a growing metropolitan population of over 800,000, Charleston combines academic and clinical opportunity with cultural richness and natural beauty. The city is home to a thriving medical community anchored by MUSC, and supports a collaborative healthcare environment with access to top-tier research, innovation, and patient care. Physicians enjoy a temperate year-round climate, easy access to beaches and outdoor recreation, and a vibrant culinary and arts scene. Charleston also hosts renowned cultural events like the Spoleto Festival USA and offers a range of family-friendly communities with excellent public and private schools. The region's manageable cost of living, strong sense of community, and proximity to both coastal and urban amenities make it an ideal place to build a career-and a life-in medicine.

Please apply online at https://musc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/MUSC/job/Charleston/UNIV---Trauma---Acute-Care-Surgeon---Surgery--General-Surgery_R-0000054288 and send an updated CV to:

Daniel Holena MD MSCE FACS
Chief, Division of Acute Care Surgery
Charles F. Crews Professor of Surgery

Email: holena@musc.edu

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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