Physician / Family Practice / Missouri / Locum or Permanent / Sports Medicine Physician Opening in Southwest MO - Community Athletic Coverage Job

Sports Medicine Physician

Locally owned, not-for-profit health system is seeking a BE/BC Sports Medicine Physician to join their practice with community athletic coverage in southwestern Missouri.

Job Description

• Employed opportunity
• Collaborate with collegial, community, family-oriented, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons
• Grow a non-operative sports medicine-focused orthopedic practice and contribute towards current and future athletic partnerships
• Position will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with a wide variety of orthopedic and musculoskeletal illness and injury
• Function as team physician and provide sideline support
• Long history of experienced certified athletic trainers serving the needs of area athletes and their families
• Partner with 20 area high schools and four college athletic programs
• Trainer designed Rehabilitation & Sports Center delivers personalized care to restore function, reduce pain, or improve ability
• Two outpatient surgery suites, X-Ray, and MRI located in clinic
• Clinic recipient of multiple patient safety and medical excellence awards from CareChex
• Practice is supported by an experienced and well-established administrative team, nurses, and physician extenders
• Physician-driven and fully integrated health system with more than 300 physicians on staff in 70+ specialties, and growing

Benefits

• Generous one-year guarantee / WRVU income model, fellowship stipend available
• Excellent benefits package including CME allowance, paid relocation assistance, paid malpractice, tail coverage, and more
• Teaching opportunities are available for medical students and residents
• New, near-site, state-of-the-art day care/learning center is available exclusively for children of employees

Community Overview

Living and working in this city offers a balance of small-town charm and accessibility to larger metro areas. The cost of living is relatively low, making it an affordable place to settle down while enjoying a slower pace of life. It's conveniently located near several larger cities, with a short drive to Springfield, MO, and Tulsa, OK, offering access to expanded job markets, cultural activities, and amenities. The community is known for its friendly atmosphere and a strong sense of local pride, along with easy access to outdoor activities, which provides a well-rounded lifestyle.