MUSC Health Advanced Practice Provider (APP NP/PA) – Cognitive & Behavioral Neurology (SCAN)

About the role

MUSC Health is seeking a compassionate and skilled Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join the South Carolina Alzheimer's Network (SCAN) within the Cognitive & Behavioral Neurology Division.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with Alzheimer's disease and other cognitive and behavioral neurological conditions.
• Perform comprehensive histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and provide longitudinal follow-up care.
• Collaborate closely with neurologists, APPs, primary care providers, and interdisciplinary care teams.
• Educate patients and caregivers on disease management, treatment options, and available resources.
• Participate in clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, and educational opportunities.

Requirements

• Advanced Practice Provider: Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) licensed or eligible for licensure in South Carolina.
• Current BLS certification.
• Interest in cognitive neurology, dementia care, geriatrics, neurology, primary care, or behavioral health.
• Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) or Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS).
• Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in South Carolina.
• Experience in geriatric or neurology settings preferred.

Skills

• Excellent clinical judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Proficiency in electronic health record systems.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Employer-funded retirement plans.
• Paid occurrence malpractice coverage.
• Paid parental leave.
• 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.