Description

MUSC Health – Kershaw Medical Center is seeking a BC/BE, General Surgeon to join its well-established general surgery practice in Camden, South Carolina.  New graduates and Sub-specialty surgeons are welcome. You will provide broad general surgery care in a community-based setting with a mix of clinic, operative cases, endoscopy, inpatient care, and call responsibilities. The chosen candidate will join three experienced General Surgeons, and a dedicated support team to provide exceptional care to patients in Camden, South Carolina and surrounding communities.

About MUSC Health Kershaw Medical Center:

MUSC Health – Kershaw Medical Center is a comprehensive community hospital in Camden, South Carolina, part of the larger MUSC Health system.  Providing a range of diagnostic, medical, surgical, rehabilitation, and post-acute care services, it includes the 119-bed MUSC Health Kershaw Medical Center in Camden, MUSC Health Elgin Medical Pavilion and Urgent Care in Elgin, MUSC Health Lugoff Medical Pavilion in Lugoff, MUSC Health Camden Medical Pavilion, MUSC Health Sleep Diagnostics Center, and MUSC Health Hospice care.

Required Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree from full accredited medical or osteopathic school of medicine.
• Completion of 5-year ACGME or AOA-accredited General Surgery Residency Program.
• Full and unrestricted South Carolina Medical License. 
• Board Certified or Board Eligible through the American Board of Surgeons.
• BLS, ACLS certification

Position Highlights:

• Quick ramp-up time, and excellent marketing and outreach support.
• Established referral base. 
• Dedicated and experienced groups promote teamwork and excellent patient care.
• 1:3 Call
• Anesthesiologist and CRNA support on site.
• Efficient operating room and block scheduling.
• DaVinci X1 Robot on-site.

 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 Camden / Kershaw County SC:

Practice in one of South Carolina’s fastest-growing regions, offering year-round recreational activities, a vibrant arts and cultural scene, and affordable real estate - including lakeside living along beautiful Lake Wateree.  With an impressive 242 miles of shoreline, Lake Wateree is Kershaw County’s most attractive place for water sports, relaxation, and unforgettable sunsets.

Kershaw County blends rich history with a strong sense of community, home to approximately 73,000 residents.  It’s convenient location provides easy access to Columbia, South Carolina’s capital city, allowing residents to enjoy both small-town charm and metropolitan amenities.

Travel is equally accessible, with Columbia Metropolitan Airport just 40 miles away, and Charlotte Douglas International Airport, approximately 90 miles away.  Centrally located on the East Coast between New York and Miami, Kershaw County is nestled in South Carolina’s Midlands area – making it an ideal place to live, work, and practice.                                                                                              

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.

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.