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Posted 12 August, 2026

MUSC Health Midlands seeking Orthopaedic Surgeon-Foot and Ankle

Medical University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Become a part of a dynamic orthopaedic team at our organization located in Columbia, South Carolina. We are in search of a fellowship-trained Foot and Ankle orthopaedic surgeon to join our group of four physicians and advanced practice providers.

The perfect candidate will be dedicated to providing exceptional, patient-focused care within a collaborative and innovative setting. This role involves participating in a rotating general orthopaedic call that is shared among our surgical team.

Essential Qualifications:
  • Board-certified or board-eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery.

  • Completion of a Foot and Ankle Fellowship is mandatory.

  • Must hold an unrestricted South Carolina medical license or be eligible for licensure in South Carolina.

Position Highlights:
  • Well-staffed office with outstanding support.

  • No trauma call obligations.

  • Access to integrated care pathways.

  • Robust referral network.

  • Utilization of advanced technology.

  • EPIC electronic medical records system.

  • Efficient operating room scheduling and quick case turnover.

  • General call is required and compensated on a 1:5 basis.

Benefits & Resources for Physicians:
  • Attractive compensation and benefits package.

  • Employer-sponsored retirement plans.

  • Paid malpractice insurance coverage.

  • Paid parental leave.

  • Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance with paid time off.

  • Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

  • Personalized support services for managing student loans.

  • Epic EHR with physician-focused enhancements and comprehensive user support.

  • AI-driven documentation and workflow tools integrated into Epic to alleviate administrative tasks and aid clinical decision-making.

  • Collaborative care models that promote manageable workloads, shared responsibilities, and physician well-being.

Living in Columbia, SC:

Columbia, SC, is a vibrant city that combines the energy of a college town with the charm of a state capital. Here, historic sites coexist with lively cafés, music venues, and enthusiastic game-day crowds. This mid-sized city offers a flourishing economy, a cost of living below the national average, and excellent educational options, both public and private. Unlike larger metropolitan areas, traffic is minimal, and the community is inviting.

Residents of Columbia enjoy a rich arts, music, and culinary culture, along with easy access to lakes, rivers, and outdoor activities just minutes from the city center. Its central location allows for convenient travel, with Charlotte Douglas International Airport and Charleston International Airport both within 1.5 hours, and Columbia Metropolitan Airport only 15 minutes from downtown.

About Our Organization:

As South Carolina’s premier academic health system, our organization provides care to patients statewide through an expanding network of hospitals, clinics, and specialized services. As the clinical arm of a leading medical university, we integrate academic medicine, research, and education with a strong focus on patient care. Physicians who join us become part of a mission-driven entity recognized for clinical excellence, innovation, and a genuine commitment to supporting physicians’ success. With opportunities available in both academic and community environments, we offer the scale, resources, and infrastructure necessary for fulfilling, long-term medical careers.

Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state or federal laws. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment based on their qualifications, merit, and organizational needs.