The Department of Radiology & Radiological Science at The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking an Interventional Radiologist to work full-time at their hospital in Lancaster, SC. Lancaster Medical Center is part of the Catawba division which includes Chester Medical Center and Indian Land Medical Center to be built in 2027. IR should be BE/BC and able to perform a broad range of general and advanced IR procedures.

General:

CT and US biopsies, drainages, injections
Chole tubes, nephrostomy tubes, venous access
Dialysis access work, fistulagram/declot
Pleur-x, gastrostomy tubes

Specialized:

PAD interventions
- Management of chronic stenotic and occlusive disease including angioplasty, stenting for Iliac, femoropopliteal, tibial disease.
Superficial venous disease
- GSV ablation, sclerotherapy, phlebectomy
Deep venous disease
- DVT thrombectomy, chronic venous recanalization
Oncology
- TACE, y90, ablation
Renal transplant interventions
- Ureteral stenosis, biopsies, renal arteriogram/stenting
TIPS/BRTO
IVC filter placement/removal
UAE
Renal cell cryoablation
Pelvic congestion
Vertebroplasty/Kyphoplasty

This community practice functions as a busy clinically-based IR service offering a wide range of general and advanced IR procedures. The department serves a large geographic area with frequent outpatient referrals from multiple surrounding counties. Applicant would be joining a high quality, dedicated, and passionate IR team of 3 nurses and 3 IR techs at the hospital. A busy IR clinic is also present, consisting of general IR clinic, a vein clinic, and a vascular lab with dedicated full-time vascular-certified ultrasound technologist. General IR Clinic is staffed by a clinical scheduler, referral/authorization specialist, clinic office coordinator, an LPN, and a CMA. A full-time APP also assists with hospital and clinic work, including light IR procedures. Clinic time is typically 1-1.5 clinic days/week, some of which involves procedures in vein clinic. No nights or weekend call. No diagnostic imaging requirement aside for vascular lab ultrasound studies. The VIR team is committed to providing our patients with the highest level of care while maintaining a supportive and comfortable environment.

Dictation: Powerscribe

PACS: Sectra

About the opportunity:

Candidates must be BC/BE in IR/DR, IR fellowship trained
No off-site work is required. Primary location will be Lancaster, followed by Lancaster and Indian Land when open
Community-based practice serving a broad patient population
Staff are well-established, collaborative and dedicated to the hospital and community
Home workstation available

We will provide:

Competitive compensation and benefits package
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility with one-on-one student loan guidance
Occurrence malpractice coverage
Employer-funded retirement plan
$5,000 CME allowance
10 weeks time off

Lancaster, SC, is located just 25-35 minutes away from the Charlotte metropolitan area, and serves as the seat of Lancaster County, the sixth fastest-growing county in the Carolinas. The city is home to the University of South Carolina at Lancaster, the largest of the university’s regional campuses, and boasts ample outdoor recreation opportunities, including 360-acre Andrew Jackson State Park.

With access to great shopping, excellent schools, restaurants, state parks, golf courses, a vibrant art community, and an affordable cost of living, Lancaster, SC, is a great place to be.

Charlotte, NC, one of the 25 largest cities in the United States, and the largest city in North Carolina, is home to nearly 800,000 citizens. In Charlotte, you’ll find the Carolina Panthers, Charlotte Hornets, numerous entertainment venues, and the National Whitewater Center. Excellent public school systems, a buzzing culinary scene, an international airport (CLT), and short driving distances to beach getaways and mountain escapes make Charlotte a great option for Lancaster Medical Center physicians to call home.

South Carolina was the 3rd fastest growing state in 2022, according to U.S. Census data. Newcomers are drawn to the “Palmetto State” for its year-round mild climate, affordable cost of living, low taxes, thriving economy, and welcoming southern hospitality. South Carolina boasts diverse geography, including mountains, forests, lakes and beaches, all within a few hours driving distance.

MUSC Health - Lancaster Medical Center is a 225-bed, all-private room facility boasting over 1,000 physicians and care team members. Lancaster Medical Center is a place where technology and skilled professionals come together to provide compassionate, patient-focused care. We offer acute care, diagnostic services, women’s health including obstetrics, renal transplant program, orthopedic services, cardiology services, general and laparoscopic surgery including two Da Vinci robots, bariatric surgery program, rehabilitation, emergency treatment, wound care and more. We work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring, and connection for patients and families in the community we call home.