Family Practice Sports Medicine Physician/Non-Operative Orthopedic Physician

Shriners Hospitals for Children; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pediatric healthcare provider is seeking a Family Practice Sports Medicine Physician or Non-Operative Pediatric Orthopedics Physician for its Doylestown clinic. The role involves diagnosing and treating pediatric patients with sports-related injuries, ensuring comprehensive care in a supportive environment. The position promises a balanced work schedule with no nights or weekends, making it ideal for those maintaining work-life balance.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans

403(b) plan with company match

Generous CME budget

Relocation assistance

Employer provided professional liability coverage

Loan Forgiveness Program

Voluntary benefits like disability insurance

Qualifications

• Must possess or be eligible for PA medical license.
• Board certification in Family Medicine or Pediatrics required.
• Fellowship in sports medicine is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat sports-related injuries and pediatric orthopedic conditions.
• Develop treatment plans focusing on rehabilitation and prevention.
• Collaborate with specialists and provide family-centered care.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Collaboration

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Job description

Company Overview

Why Shriners Children’s?

Shriners Children's is the premier pediatric burn, orthopedic, spinal cord injury, cleft lip and palate, and pediatric subspecialties healthcare system. With multiple hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Our mission is to change and improve lives by caring for our patients, conducting research to gain knowledge and develop new treatments, and providing educational opportunities for physicians and other healthcare professionals.

• 4 locations ranked on S. News & World Report’s list of Best Children’s Hospitals for pediatric orthopedics
• Winner of 9 Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Awards and 5 Pinnacle of Excellence Awards for Patient Experience (2023)
• $20 million in annual funding for innovative research in genomics, clinical motional analysis, and other forms of translational research.

About Shriners Children’s Doylestown Clinic

Shriners Children’s provides the highest quality orthopedic care, when and where you need it most…close to your home. That is why we have expanded into the Doylestown area, fulfilling our mission of caring for more kids, in more places. At this clinic, board-certified pediatric orthopedic surgeons from Shriners Children’s Philadelphia offer appointments for first-time patient evaluations, second opinions, follow-up care and urgent fracture care. Surgeries and multidisciplinary care for more complex orthopedic conditions will continue to be provided at our hospital in Philadelphia.

Located just an hour north of Philadelphia, Doylestown offers job seekers a blend of career opportunities, affordability, and quality of life. Its proximity to major employment hubs like Philadelphia and Princeton provides broader job access while offering a quieter, more affordable lifestyle. The town also supports work-life balance with its charming downtown, cultural attractions, and outdoor spaces.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans. Benefits eligible from Day 1
• 403(b) plan with generous company match and 457(b) deferred compensation plans
• Generous CME budget
• Relocation assistance
• Employer provided professional liability coverage
• School Loan Forgiveness Program and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Voluntary benefits: short and long-term disability insurance, critical illness and accident insurance, hospital indemnity, legal services, identity theft protection, pet insurance

Job Overview

Shriners Children's is seeking a skilled and compassionate Family Practice Sports Medicine Physician or Non-Operative Pediatric Orthopedics Physician to join our multidisciplinary team at our Doylestown clinic. As a vital part of our team, you will work with pediatric patients in a dynamic and collaborative environment, providing comprehensive care to children with sports-related injuries and conditions, fracture care, and general pediatric orthopedic conditions.

This position entails a full-time, 1.0 FTE commitment with no nights or weekends and minimal call responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat sports-related injuries and musculoskeletal conditions, and fractures in pediatric patients.
• Develop individualized treatment plans focusing on rehabilitation, prevention, and return-to-play strategies. In addition, conservative care management for pediatric orthopedic conditions.
• Collaborate with a team of specialists, including orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, and physical medicine and rehabilitation doctors.
• Provide education and support to patients and families on injury prevention and long-term wellness.
• Ensure a positive and family-centered care experience.
• Participate in community outreach and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school
• Must possess or be eligible for PA medical license
• Must hold a current board certification in Family Medicine or in the final year of ACGME accredited program leading to certification OR current board certification in Pediatrics having completed or currently completing a fellowship in non-operative pediatric orthopedics
• Must possess or be eligible for DEA license
• Successful completion of a fellowship in sports medicine
• Experience working with pediatric populations is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.