Pulmonology Physician

Pulmonology Physician at MUSC Health summary:

This position is for a board-certified or board-eligible pulmonologist to establish a new outpatient pulmonary practice in Bluffton, SC, focusing on chronic respiratory diseases such as asthma, COPD, and lung cancer. The role offers advanced diagnostic services, a full range of bronchoscopic procedures, and outpatient sleep medicine evaluations without call responsibilities. The opportunity includes competitive compensation, professional development support, and work within a new multi-specialty medical pavilion in a rapidly growing community.

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible pulmonologist to join the Division of Pulmonology, Allergy, and Immunology in Bluffton, SC. This is an exciting opportunity to establish a new outpatient pulmonary practice in one of the fastest-growing regions in the state. The practice will serve a high-demand area with diverse pulmonary pathology, including sarcoidosis, asthma, COPD, and lung cancer diagnosis and management.

Ideal Candidate:

• BC/BE in Pulmonary Disease
• Sleep Medicine certification preferred
• Interest in outpatient practice development, with future inpatient consult opportunities

Opportunity Details:

• 100% outpatient pulmonary clinic with potential to expand into inpatient consult services
• Manage chronic respiratory diseases including asthma, COPD, emphysema, tuberculosis, and lung cancer
• Access to advanced diagnostic services: pulmonary function testing, lab services, X-ray, and mobile CT
• Full spectrum of bronchoscopy (hospital-based), including navigational bronchoscopy and EBUS
• On-site Comprehensive Pulmonary Function Lab
• Sleep Medicine Center located within the medical office building
• Evaluation and treatment of sleep apnea and other sleep-related disorders
• No call responsibilities
• Monday-Friday, typical clinical hours
• Productivity-based RVU compensation model

We will provide:

• Competitive compensation
• 5 Days for CME + CME Allowance
• Generous PTO
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Employer-funded retirement account
• Occurrence malpractice coverage
• Epic EMR (Electronic Medical Record) platform.

MUSC Health Bluffton

The MUSC Health Bluffton Medical Pavilion, opening in spring 2026 at 700 Buckwalter Towne Boulevard, will be a three-story, 54,000-square-foot facility providing comprehensive medical services to the Bluffton community. The pavilion will consolidate primary care and a wide range of specialties, including cardiology, dermatology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, orthopedics, and neurology. It will also house a satellite location of MUSC s Hollings Cancer Center, offering oncology, infusion, lab services, and a compounding pharmacy.

Why Bluffton?

Located just 30 minutes from Savannah, Bluffton offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle, family-friendly communities, and proximity to world-class beaches, golf, and outdoor recreation. It s one of South Carolina's fastest-growing areas, drawing patients and providers alike to its expanding hub.

Keywords:

pulmonology, respiratory diseases, asthma, COPD, lung cancer, sleep medicine, bronchoscopy, outpatient clinic, pulmonary function testing, medical practice development