Medical Director Jobs in South Carolina

Medical Director jobs in South Carolina are concentrated in Columbia, Charleston, and Greenville, where major health systems such as MUSC Health, Prisma Health, and Bon Secours anchor consistent hiring at the senior leadership level. Demand is particularly strong in population health management, behavioral health, and utilization review, driven by the state's growing insured population and expanding Medicaid managed care footprint. The market reaches from large academic medical centers to independent rural health networks, with openings at both the clinical and administrative director level. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles22
Top employerConcentra
Top cityCharleston, SC
Cities hiring15
Work type50% Remote
Top industryHealthcare

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Senior Director of Primary Care Medical Network
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Senior Director of Primary Care Medical Network
Self Regional Healthcare
Greenwood, South Carolina
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physicians
Master's degree
1,001-5,000

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Chief Medical Officer, Contractor Medical Director
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Chief Medical Officer, Contractor Medical Director
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Columbia, South Carolina
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Growth Marketing
Doctoral degree
1,001-5,000

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Medical Director | South Carolina | Colonial Healthcare, a part of Optum
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Medical Director | South Carolina | Colonial Healthcare, a part of Optum
Optum
Sumter, South Carolina
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
$280k - $441k/yr
Managed care organization experience
10,000+

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Veterinarian Medical Director
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Veterinarian Medical Director
SynergyVet
Greenville, South Carolina
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
On-Site

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Medical Records Director Non Nurse/HIM
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Medical Records Director Non Nurse/HIM
LIFE CARE CENTER OF HILTON HEAD
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Compliance & Legal
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Legal Counsel
Bachelor's degree

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Medical Director Jobs by City in South Carolina

Where South Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Charleston
4 jobs
Aiken
2 jobs
Columbia
2 jobs
Greer
1 job
Conway
1 job
Ladson
1 job
Sumter
1 job
Manning
1 job
Greenwood
1 job

Medical Director Job Market in South Carolina

A snapshot from current South Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Concentra3 open roles
TeamHealth3 open roles
Blue Cross Blue Shield2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What South Carolina Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in medical director jobs across South Carolina.

  • Active South Carolina medical license issued by the South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners
  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution
  • Board certification in a relevant clinical specialty recognized by ABMS or AOA
  • Minimum five years of clinical practice experience with demonstrated leadership responsibilities
  • Experience with quality improvement, utilization management, or clinical program development
  • Strong knowledge of value-based care models, regulatory compliance, and accreditation standards

Medical Director Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a medical director in South Carolina?

Becoming a medical director in South Carolina requires a medical degree, completion of a residency program, and an active license from the South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners. Most positions also require board certification in a clinical specialty. Candidates typically move into the role after several years of clinical practice, often building leadership experience through department chair, CMO, or quality committee roles within a South Carolina health system or medical group.

Which companies hire medical directors in South Carolina?

South Carolina medical director roles are posted by Concentra, TeamHealth, and Blue Cross Blue Shield and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. South Carolina's largest hiring volume comes from integrated health systems, managed care organizations, and the state's federally qualified health centers serving rural and underserved communities.

Which South Carolina cities have the most medical director jobs?

Charleston, South Carolina, and Aiken lead South Carolina for medical director openings. Columbia's concentration of state government health agencies and large academic medical centers drives the highest volume, while Charleston's growth as a health sciences hub and Greenville's expanding Prisma Health network account for strong and consistent demand outside the capital.

Are there remote medical director jobs in South Carolina?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical fields given the clinical oversight component most medical director roles carry. About 50% of medical director openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting steady demand from managed care and telehealth companies. Utilization management and population health medical director roles are the most likely to offer full or partial remote arrangements.

How can I get hired as a medical director in South Carolina with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is transitioning from a clinical leadership role such as department chief, medical staff president, or quality officer within a South Carolina health system. MUSC Health and Prisma Health both run formal physician leadership development programs that prepare clinicians for administrative advancement. Earning a credential such as the Certified Physician Executive designation strengthens a candidacy, and applying first to associate or interim medical director openings within community health centers or managed care plans is a practical entry point.

Where can I find and apply to medical director jobs in South Carolina?

You can find and apply to medical director jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings, identify the roles that fit your specialty and experience level, and apply directly to the ones that match.

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