Join a team that s Changing What s Possible The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking a board certified or board eligible Adult Cardiothoracic surgeon to join their growing team in charming Greenwood, SC. The chosen candidate will play a key role in educating future leaders in cardiac surgery, as well as broadening surgical access throughout the state of South Carolina. This position would be hired through MUSC, and the individual would work at Self Regional in Greenwood, SC.
The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery is the only team in South Carolina with the expertise to perform complex procedures such as heart transplants, robotic valve surgery, and aortic surgeries. Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in aortic valve and heart bypass surgeries, the division also holds a Blue Distinction Center+ designation for Adult Heart Transplant. The program has achieved a 3-star rating by the Society of Thoracic Surgeons for CABG for several consecutive reporting periods. The division is led by Dr. Arman Kilic, an internationally recognized cardiac surgeon with expertise in CABG, mitral valve repair, and heart failure.
Self Regional Healthcare is widely recognized for providing high quality cardiovascular care, from complex interventions that require cardiothoracic surgery, to diagnosing, treating and managing heart and vascular disease. Self Regional s Heart and Vascular Center provides a broad range of advanced heart care ranging from prevention and emergency cardiac care, to open heart surgery and rehabilitation. The Heart Failure Clinic at Self Regional has been recognized by the American Heart Association s Get With the Guidelines based on the clinic s quality and outcomes in stroke care and heart failure. Also, it s nationally accredited Chest Pain Center ensures that the team of emergency physicians, cardiologists, critical care nurses, paramedics and cardiac catheterization lab follow national guidelines to diagnose and quickly provide lifesaving treatment for patients experiencing potential cardiac life-threatening events.
Required Qualifications:
- MD or DO with board certification or eligibility in Thoracic Surgery
- Minimum of 5 of years experience
- Eligibility for a South Carolina Medical License
- Academic orientation, interest in teaching, and passion for outreach
- Preference for applicants with a demonstrated ability to design and carry out clinical or basic science research
Position Highlights:
- Appointment as an Assistant or Associate Professor of Surgery
- Provide all aspects of general adult cardiac surgery including, but not limited to coronary artery bypass, aortic and mitral valve repair/replacement, aortic surgery.
- Split time between Greenwood, SC and our 4 affiliated cardiac surgery programs around South Carolina including Florence, Anderson, and Columbia.
- A hybrid practice model with three physicians, combining office and hospital-based care.
- Support team of two Physician Assistants, dedicated heart OR team, onsite lab, and weekly Tumor Board meetings.
- Work for the first medical center in South Carolina to attain ACS COT Level 1 Trauma Center verification
Benefits & Resources for Physicians:
- Faculty appointment with academic rank and salary commensurate with qualifications
- Excellent benefits package, including a pension and optional tax-deferred contributions
- Paid malpractice coverage with Sovereign Immunity
- Paid parental leave
- 22 days of annual leave, 15 days of sick leave, and 13 paid holidays
- 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 Greenwood, South Carolina, is a charming and vibrant small town nestled in the heart of the Palmetto State. The city is situated in the foothills of South Carolina and on the shores of Lake Greenwood. It is a three-hour drive to Charleston s beautiful beaches, two hours to the Appalachian Mountains, and equivalent distances to both Atlanta and Charlotte. It is called both the Emerald City and the Lakelands due to its desirable climate and the numerous lakes in close proximity. It offers year-round golf, seasonal watersports and excellent hunting and fishing opportunities. Learn more about living in the Greenwood area.
We invite you to join a team committed to changing what s possible in healthcare, and to do so in one of the most exciting cities in the country. Your life in South Carolina awaits!
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.
