Colleton Medical Center in Walterboro, South Carolina is recruiting a Pediatric Hospitalist physician to join its inpatient team at this 135-bed, Joint Commission–recognized acute care facility. Ranked in the top 15 percent of U.S. hospitals for quality care and a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for four consecutive years, this HCA-owned hospital delivers both inpatient and outpatient services alongside 24/7 emergency medicine coverage for adults and children. The position offers an employed model with hourly-rate compensation, call coverage pay, and the full benefits infrastructure of a nationally scaled health system.
Perks and Benefits
- Employed physician model with competitive hourly rate plus separate call coverage compensation
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- Retirement benefits through the employing health system
- Professional liability insurance coverage included
Practice Highlights
- 135-bed acute care facility with both inpatient and outpatient medical services
- Dedicated pediatric hospitalist role serving the inpatient pediatric population
- 24/7 emergency medicine coverage for adults and children on the same campus, supporting seamless pediatric admissions and co-management
- Joint Commission Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for four consecutive years
- Ranked in the top 15 percent of U.S. hospitals for quality care
- HCA-owned facility with access to state-of-the-art technologies and system-wide clinical resources across multiple specialties
- Active community health engagement program with facility-sponsored events on health and well-being topics
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Pediatrics or Pediatric Hospital Medicine
- Completion of an accredited Pediatrics residency; fellowship training in Pediatric Hospital Medicine a plus
- Active South Carolina medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Clinical comfort managing the full spectrum of inpatient pediatric acuity in a community hospital setting
About the Community
Walterboro is a charming small city in the South Carolina Lowcountry, situated along Interstate 26 roughly 45 miles west of Charleston — giving residents easy access to world-class dining, beaches, and a major metropolitan airport while enjoying a significantly lower cost of living. The surrounding region is known for its Spanish moss–draped landscapes, outdoor recreation along the ACE Basin, and a tight-knit community atmosphere that draws physicians seeking a quieter pace without sacrificing proximity to a vibrant city. Colleton County's mild four-season climate and affordable housing make it a compelling destination for clinicians relocating with families.