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Job #418
South Carolina - Pulmonary / Critical Care
Coastal Carolina Pulmonology Employment OpportunityJob Description:
We are screening for a position in a very desirable city on the Coast of the Carolinas. Our client is seeking to employ two to three pulmonologists. There is clearly a growing need for consultative services with this hospital; system especially the Endoscopic ultrasound skills. The ICU unit is an open unit and also offers a step-down unit. This medical center also employs a hospitalist program so the candidates will know that they won't be getting a ton of direct hits from the ER but rather being consulted on an "as needed" basis. There is an option with the hospital’s neuro-spine program and those doctors desire to integrate a pulmonologist more fully into their team and care planning. Especially as it relates to growing the intracranial business. They have an 11 bed general medical -surgical ICU, meaning that they have a mixture of medically ill as well as surgical patients. With 5 neuro surgeons on staff and having OR time every day of the week, they see quite a few craniotomy patients in addition to the usual spine surgery. They do have a good mix of general surgery patients in addition. The medical patients are primarily pulmonary, GI, or neuro in nature, as most of the cardiac patients are admitted to the hospital. Almost all of the patients in the ICU have a pulmonary physician either as a consultant or as the attending, and they have their share of ventilator patients. Their average census is 8 on any given day. The unit is very well staff with seasoned RNs, have had no nursing turnover for more than a year. They also have 2 step-down units, one an 18 bed medical telemetry unit and one an 18 bed surgical telemetry unit.
Come explore opportunity with a chance to work for a great hospitalist system that boasts two campuses which you will work out of only the new facility. This employment opportunity includes a base salary exceeding the 75% percentile of the MGMA as well as an excellent full benefits program.
Location Description:
Branded as an extraordinary coastal city, rich in history and traditions, this coastal South Carolina community has earned national and international recognition of distinction in economic development, access to global markets, tourism, medical care and entrepreneurial opportunity. With its diverse economic mix the area continues to grow; yet its rich, historic charm and cultural sophistication are evident throughout the city. These distinguishable qualities have established the foundation which has lead this communityto the forefront of cities created with innovation, creativity and a steadfast commitment to building excellence for the future. The region also boasts a multi-billion dollar visitor industry, one of the Southeast's most impressive medical hubs, a well-established base of national and international manufacturers. In addition, arts, recreational and cultural opportunities are abundant.
Boasting a comfortable climate, a great location, historical charm and a variety of resources, this area is one of the best places to live in the nation.
The metropolitan area is stretches some 50 miles (80km) inland, with 90 miles (145km) of oceanfront.
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