Sports Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - North Dakota/Minnesota
Sports Medicine Physician (MD/DO): Position Summary: The Sports Medicine Physician provides comprehensive, non-surgical medical care for patients with sports-related injuries and musculoskeletal conditions. This role focuses on injury prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletes and active individuals across all ages and activity levels, utilizing evidence-based, patient-centered care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Evaluate and manage patients with sports-related and musculoskeletal injuries Diagnose and treat conditions such as sprains, strains, fractures, overuse injuries, tendon disorders, and concussions Provide non-operative treatment including rehabilitation planning, injections, and bracing Perform sports medicine procedures consistent with training and privileges (e.g., joint injections, ultrasound-guided procedures) Manage acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions in athletes and active patients Coordinate care with orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, athletic trainers, and primary care providers Provide sideline or event coverage as required Educate patients on injury prevention, conditioning, and return-to-play decisions Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives Supervise and educate residents, fellows, advanced practice providers, or clinical staff as applicable Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards Qualifications : Doctorate within specified field of medical practice from respective accredited school. Must be admissible to sit for either the Canadian or American Board or be certified by the Canadian Board and are members of either the Royal College of Physicians or Royal College of Surgeons, American board certification or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) board certification. Board certification in area of specialty must be obtained within five years of employment. Must be granted medical staff appointments and associated facilities as are necessary to the commission of duties prior to commencement of employment. Must be insurable under the Health System’s professional liability carrier prior to commencement of employment. Be legally licensed to practice medicine in North Dakota and/or Minnesota, depending on the location of the practice to which they are assigned. Skills and Competencies: Expertise in sports medicine and musculoskeletal care Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills Proficiency in musculoskeletal examination and procedures Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary care teams Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care Work Environment: Outpatient sports medicine clinics, training facilities, and event venues Limited inpatient responsibilities depending on practice model Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout clinical and athletic environments Manual dexterity for musculoskeletal examinations and procedures Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and sideline coverag Requirements: Must maintain state certification and/or licensure. Must be a licensed MD/DO in ND and MN