Family Physician & Sports Medicine

The University of Massachusetts Amherst; Amherst (MA); On-site; USD 187,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking a Family Physician with a focus in Sports Medicine to join University Health Services, a dynamic clinical setting serving students, faculty, staff and dependents. The role includes teaching opportunities and a fellowship-aligned structure with the Sports Medicine Fellowship based at UMass Medical Center in Worcester.

Providers operate independently under supervision, with emphasis on comprehensive primary care and adherence to institutional

Qualifications

• M.D. or D.O. degree with Massachusetts or equivalent licensure at appointment.
• Three years of residency and board eligibility/certification in adult primary care or current fellowship.
• Interest in sports medicine and ability to obtain hospital privileges.
• Registration as a controlled substance practitioner and medical malpractice insurability.

Responsibilities

• Provides outpatient clinical services and timely medical records documentation.
• Orders medications and conducts relevant referrals and follow‑ups.
• Maintains CME as required by the MA Board of Registration in Medicine.
• Participates in staff meetings, committees and quality improvement activities.
• Coordinates programs (walk-in clinic, occupational health, sports medicine) as assigned.

Education

MD/DO

Residency 3 years

Board eligibility or certification (adult primary care)

Sports medicine interest

Job description

Title: Family Physician/Sports Medici

Executive Area: Administration and Finance

College/School/MBU: Direct Medical Care

Department: Direct Medical Care

Work Location: Amherst

Schedule:Full Time

Work Arrangement:Onsite

Job Summary

University of Massachusetts University Health Services (UHS) is a dynamic clinical setting providing health care for students, faculty, staff and their dependents. UHS provides acute health care in conjunction with a program of comprehensive primary care. Most patients are between the ages of 18-25, though UHS also cares for newborns and retired faculty. There are many opportunities for teaching, including undergraduates, medical students and residents. Providers function independently within the broad scope of departmental and institutional policies and goals, while working under the direct supervision of the Executive Director of UHS for Medical Care in accordance with the regulations of the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine.

Campus life is vibrant, with numerous opportunities to enjoy arts, entertainment and athletics. The Pioneer Valley has been recognized as one of the top locations in New England, as the 5-college region has numerous cultural, epicurean and recreational activities available.

Provides clinical services for students, faculty/staff and families eligible for health care; provides episodic health care in conjunction with a program of comprehensive primary care; provides programs of health education. Works under the direct supervision of the Medical Director of University Health Services in accordance with the regulations of the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine. This position includes shared Team Physician duties for varsity sports coverage. Faculty appointment is with the Sports Medicine Fellowship based in the University of Massachusetts Medical Center in Worcester, MA.

Essential Functions

Provides clinical services to outpatients during regular clinic day and evening hours. Responsible for timely entry in medical records and appropriate referral to other providers. Performs procedures appropriate to training. Orders medications including controlled substances.

Maintains a program of continuing medical education as required by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine and includes annual CPR review.

Participates in scheduled staff meetings, committees, and quality improvement activities.

Coordinates a major program activity as assigned by the Medical Director of UHS, such as walk-in clinic, occupational health, sports medicine.

Understands and contributes to implementation of department and institutional goals for achieving non-discrimination and creating a multi-cultural environment.

Other Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

M.D. or D.O. degree and licensure for the practice of medicine in Massachusetts or licensed in another state with Massachusetts licensure at time of appointment.

Completed three years of residency training and Board eligibility or certification in adult primary care specialty; or currently enrolled in a fellowship.

Interest in sports medicine.

Qualified for a local hospital staffing privilege, either as a courtesy or active staff member.

Registration as a controlled substance practitioner in Massachusetts and with the FDA at time of appointment.

Insurable by the Massachusetts Medical Professional Insurance Association or equivalent insurer.

Preferred Qualifications

CAQ/Fellowship in Sports Medicine and skill in musculoskeletal ultrasound.

Fellowship training in sports medicine.

Additional Details

Functions independently within the broad scope of departmental and institutional policies and goals; refers exceptions to the Medical Director.

This position is subject to final budgetary and administrative approval.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a laboratory or healthcare setting and may involve exposure to chemicals or infectious diseases. Requires standing for extended periods of time and/or use of protective gear.

Work Schedule and Work Arrangement

40 hours per week, rotation of some weekend and evening hours. Regular weekday hours during academic year (open until 8 pm), some holidays and share call and weekend clinic hours in rotation with ten (10) other physicians. No hospital responsibilities.

Salary Information

UMass Amherst expects to pay within an approximate range between$186,804 and $228,000 for this position. The specific pay for this position will bedeterminedby the University based on consideration of all relevant factors when and if it decides to extend an offer of employment.

This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.