Physician Orthopedics-Sports Medicine - Competitive Salary

Job DescriptionOrthopedic Sports Medicine Surgeon Opportunity – Established Practice & Strong Sports FocusLocation: Columbus, GAEmployment Type: Full-Time, permanent positionPractice Type: Hospital Employed Position OverviewA regional healthcare system in western Georgia is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon with Sports Medicine Fellowship Training to join an established orthopedic practice.This opportunity offers a strong sports medicine focus, excellent support staff, hospital employment, and access to a large referral base serving more than 500,000 residents across western Georgia and eastern Alabama.Check all associated application documentation thoroughly before clicking on the apply button at the bottom of this description.Position HighlightsSports Medicine-focused orthopedic practiceFellowship training in Sports Medicine requiredJoin an established orthopedic groupHospital-employed positionStrong referral network across a large service areaOpportunity to build a high-volume sports medicine practice Practice SupportShared orthopedic call scheduleExperienced Physician Assistant supportCertified Athletic Trainer (ATC) supportDedicated OR block schedulingCerner EMR Clinical ResponsibilitiesSports Medicine evaluation and treatmentArthroscopic and reconstructive proceduresCare of athletes and active individualsParticipation in general orthopedic call coverageCollaboration with orthopedic partners and rehabilitation services QualificationsMD or DOBoard Eligible or Board Certified in Orthopedic SurgeryCompletion of an Orthopedic Sports Medicine FellowshipEligible for Georgia medical licensure Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive Base Salary GuaranteewRVU Production IncentivesSign-On BonusRelocation AssistanceStudent Loan Repayment AssistanceEarly Commitment/Training Stipends AvailableCME Allowance and CME DaysGenerous PTOComprehensive Health BenefitsRetirement BenefitsMalpractice Coverage Hospital HighlightsThe health system provides:376-bed regional medical centerService area exceeding 500,000 residentsComprehensive orthopedic servicesAdvanced surgical capabilitiesEstablished sports medicine infrastructureLarge regional referral network across Georgia and Alabama Community HighlightsColumbus is Georgia's second-largest city and offers the amenities of a larger metropolitan area while maintaining a family-friendly, community-oriented atmosphere.Community advantages include:Approximately 90 minutes from AtlantaVibrant downtown districtExcellent schoolsAffordable cost of livingStrong military and business communityExtensive outdoor recreation opportunitiesRiverfront dining and entertainmentHiking, biking, xhyhwjd kayaking, and fishing along the Chattahoochee River Position SummarySpecialty: Orthopedic Surgery – Sports MedicineLocation: Columbus, GeorgiaEmployment Type: Full-TimePractice Model: Hospital EmployedFellowship Required: Sports MedicineCall: Shared General Orthopedic CallSupport: PA and Certified Athletic TrainerCompensation: Base Salary + wRVU IncentivesSign-On Bonus: AvailableStudent Loan Assistance: AvailableLifestyle Advantage: Regional city with outdoor recreation, strong sports community, and easy access to Atlanta Ideal CandidateFellowship-trained Sports Medicine Orthopedic SurgeonInterested in developing a robust sports medicine practiceComfortable participating in general orthopedic callValues team-based care with strong clinical supportSeeks a balance of professional growth and quality of life in a growing regional market