Medical University of South Carolina Primary Care, Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) Sumter, SC

Job Description Summary

About: Join the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC Health) in Sumter, South Carolina, and become part of a strong, established Primary Care team dedicated to delivering exceptional, comprehensive healthcare to individuals and families throughout Sumter and the surrounding communities. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and support staff in a collaborative, patient-centered environment committed to clinical excellence and outstanding patient care.

As an Advanced Practice Provider, you will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients across the lifespan while managing acute and chronic conditions, promoting preventive care, and building meaningful, long-term relationships with your patients. Practicing with a high level of autonomy and in close collaboration with a strong multidisciplinary Primary Care team, you will play an integral role in improving the health and well-being of the community while benefiting from the support and expertise of experienced colleagues.

This position is ideal for a provider who is passionate about Primary Care, values continuity of care, and enjoys practicing evidence-based medicine within a collaborative team. Join a nationally recognized academic health system that is committed to professional development, innovation, and providing the resources needed to build a rewarding and impactful career while making a lasting difference in the lives of patients across the Sumter region.

Entity

MUSC Community Physicians (MCP)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC005265 MCP - CHS - Sumter Primary Care

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-33

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

About: Join the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC Health) in Sumter, South Carolina, and become part of a strong, established Primary Care team dedicated to delivering exceptional, comprehensive healthcare to individuals and families throughout Sumter and the surrounding communities. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and support staff in a collaborative, patient-centered environment committed to clinical excellence and outstanding patient care.

As an Advanced Practice Provider, you will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients across the lifespan while managing acute and chronic conditions, promoting preventive care, and building meaningful, long-term relationships with your patients. Practicing with a high level of autonomy and in close collaboration with a strong multidisciplinary Primary Care team, you will play an integral role in improving the health and well-being of the community while benefiting from the support and expertise of experienced colleagues.

This position is ideal for a provider who is passionate about Primary Care, values continuity of care, and enjoys practicing evidence-based medicine within a collaborative team. Join a nationally recognized academic health system that is committed to professional development, innovation, and providing the resources needed to build a rewarding and impactful career while making a lasting difference in the lives of patients across the Sumter region.

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program with current licensure or eligibility for licensure in South Carolina.

• Currently licensed (or eligible) in the state of South Carolina as a Physician Assistant by the South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners or as a Nurse Practitioner with the SC Board of Nursing.

• Requires certification in BLS

• APRN or PA must maintain licenses, certifications, CNEs/CMEs, etc. as required by applicable policies and state law – put this under required qualification

• DHEC and DEA license

• At least 6 months of Primary Care Experience  

Position Highlights:

• Monday – Friday 8am-5pm

• Outpatient

• Evaluates and treats on the basis of history, physical examination, radiological, laboratory, and other diagnostic test results pursuant to the practice agreement or scope of practice guideline

• Initiates referrals to other health care provides, and/or consults with the attending physician or the collaborating physician

• Documents and bills for direct care provided

• Potential to precept students at MUSC enrolled as an advanced practice provider student; and facilitates the learning of other new team members

Benefits & Resources for Providers:

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Employer-funded retirement plans

• Paid occurrence malpractice coverage

• Paid parental leave

• Epic EHR with provider-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 provider well-being

Life in (Sumter SC):

Sumter, South Carolina, offers an exceptional quality of life with an affordable cost of living, welcoming neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community. Conveniently located near Columbia, Charleston, and Myrtle Beach, Sumter provides the perfect balance of small-town charm and modern amenities, with beautiful parks, local dining, outdoor recreation, and year-round community events, making it an ideal place to build both a rewarding career and a fulfilling life.

Additional Job Description

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. Providers who join MUSC Health become part of a mission-driven organization recognized for clinical excellence, innovation, and meaningful investment in providers’ success. With opportunities in both academic and community settings, MUSC Health provides the scale, resources, and infrastructure to support meaningful, long-term provider careers.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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.

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