Sports & Functional Medicine Physician

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

Our organization is excited to announce the expansion of our services to include a Sports & Functional Medicine division, dedicated to enhancing metabolic health, optimizing performance, and providing non-surgical musculoskeletal care. We are in search of a board-certified physician with expertise in Sports Medicine, along with a keen interest or experience in functional, metabolic, and hormone-related care, to spearhead this new service line.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and treat active adults and athletes dealing with non-surgical musculoskeletal issues.
• Deliver sports medicine-focused care, which includes injury prevention, exercise recommendations, and planning for return to activity.
• Lead medical weight loss initiatives, incorporating GLP-1 and body recomposition strategies.
• Diagnose and manage male hypogonadism and hormone optimization, including testosterone therapy.
• Design and supervise nutrition and supplement protocols based on evidence-based practices.
• Analyze advanced laboratory tests related to metabolism, hormones, and performance.
• Address lifestyle factors such as sleep, stress, recovery, and training intensity.
• Work closely with orthopedic surgeons to enhance pre- and post-operative results.
• Make appropriate referrals for surgical cases within the orthopedic practice.

Program Development

• Contribute to the creation and refinement of standardized clinical protocols for:
  • Weight loss and metabolic health
  • Hormone optimization
  • Performance and longevity care
• Engage in shaping the brand and clinical identity of the Sports & Functional Medicine division.
• Assist in overseeing or collaborating with advanced practice providers (NPs/PAs), dietitians, or health coaches as the program expands.

Qualifications

Required

• MD or DO degree.
• Board certification in:
  • Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship.
• Possession of an active, unrestricted medical license (or the ability to obtain one).
• Comfortable operating within a self-pay or cash-based clinical framework.
• Excellent communication skills with a patient-centered focus.

Preferred

• Additional training or certification in one or more of the following areas:
  • Functional Medicine (e.g., IFM or equivalent)
  • Obesity Medicine (ABOM or equivalent experience)
  • Hormone replacement therapy
  • Lifestyle or longevity medicine
• Previous experience in:
  • Sports medicine clinics
  • Concierge or direct primary care
  • Practices focused on performance, wellness, or optimization
• A desire to develop and expand a service line within a larger orthopedic organization.

Practice Environment & Model

• Cash-pay or membership-based structure with bundled care options.
• No obligations for primary care call.
• Robust internal referral network from orthopedic specialists.
• Focus on quality of care, patient outcomes, and overall experience.
• Opportunities for leadership and program development.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Enjoys integrating sports medicine with metabolic and functional care.
• Aims to move beyond the limitations of insurance-driven visits.
• Values patient outcomes, education, and fostering long-term relationships.
• Recognizes the interplay between weight, hormones, performance, and musculoskeletal health.
• Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit but prefers a focus on clinical leadership rather than administrative tasks.