Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician

Job Description:

When you join us, you’ll become a part of a nationally recognized health system dedicated to our mission of “helping people live the healthiest lives possible.” You’ll practice big-city medicine with a small-city feel.

About this role

As a Primary Care Sports Medicine physician at Intermountain Health, you will join a team of healthcare professionals committed to providing exceptional patient care and an outstanding patient experience. Our integrated Sports Medicine program utilizes state of the art techniques, advanced procedures, and innovative therapies to provide comprehensive musculoskeletal care across the full continuum of treatment.

This position offers a rare opportunity to combine NCAA Division I team physician responsibilities, orthopedic practice integration, community sports medicine leadership, and program building within a highly supportive health system.

This is a unique opportunity to transition into the role of Head Team Physician for Southern Utah University Athletics while building and leading a regional sports medicine program in one of the fastest growing areas of the Mountain West. Working in close collaboration with Southern Utah Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, you will care for athletes and active individuals of all ages while helping shape the future of sports medicine across Southern Utah.

We anticipate you will treat predominantly adolescent and adult patients with acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions, sports related concussions, overuse injuries, and sports performance concerns. Clinical practice includes diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound, ultrasound guided procedures, orthopedic biologics (PRP), and advanced non operative sports medicine care.

In this role you can anticipate

• Serving as Head Team Physician for Southern Utah University Athletics, an NCAA Division I program competing in the Big Sky Conference

• Providing sports medicine leadership and medical coverage for Southern Utah University Athletics, local high schools, and community sporting events

• Building and leading a highly visible regional sports medicine program with significant opportunities for growth, innovation, and community engagement

• Integrating closely with Southern Utah Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, a growing orthopedic practice consisting of subspecialty orthopedic surgeons, advanced practice providers, and dedicated support staff

• Collaborating extensively with athletic trainers embedded within Southern Utah University and local high schools, as well as physical therapists throughout the Intermountain Health system and the surrounding community

• Working alongside orthopedic sports surgeons to provide comprehensive musculoskeletal care with strong collaboration and referral relationships

• Developing relationships with coaches, athletic trainers, schools, community organizations, and referring providers throughout Southern Utah

• Performing advanced injection techniques, platelet rich plasma (PRP), nerve blocks, diagnostic ultrasound, ultrasound guided procedures, and other sports medicine interventions

• Participating in outreach, education, and program development initiatives throughout the region

• Practicing in a rapidly growing market with substantial opportunities for leadership and long term career development

• Receiving a signing bonus of $15,000 and relocation assistance up to $20,000 (if applicable)

Why Sports Medicine Physicians Choose Cedar City

Lead an NCAA Division I Sports Medicine Program

Serve as Head Team Physician for Southern Utah University Athletics and play a central role in the health, performance, and well being of collegiate athletes competing in the Big Sky Conference.

Build a Legacy

This is not a maintenance position. It is an opportunity to help shape and grow the future of sports medicine across Southern Utah. The successful candidate will have a meaningful voice in program development, outreach, community partnerships, and strategic growth initiatives.

Practice the Full Spectrum of Sports Medicine

Care for athletes and active individuals of all ages, from youth and high school athletes to collegiate competitors, recreational athletes, weekend warriors, and active adults. Maintain a broad sports medicine practice that includes concussion management, fracture care, ultrasound guided procedures, regenerative medicine, and return to play decision making.

Work Side by Side with Orthopedic Specialists

Collaborate closely with Southern Utah Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, a growing orthopedic practice featuring subspecialty orthopedic surgeons, advanced practice providers, and experienced clinical support teams. Work alongside a robust network of athletic trainers, physical therapists, coaches, and healthcare professionals committed to delivering comprehensive musculoskeletal care and exceptional outcomes for athletes and active individuals.

High Visibility and Community Impact

Become a recognized leader within the community through relationships with Southern Utah University, local school districts, coaches, athletic trainers, community organizations, and healthcare partners throughout the region.

Exceptional Physician Autonomy

Practice in an environment that values physician leadership, innovation, and collaboration. Help develop programs, improve access, and create new opportunities to serve athletes and active individuals throughout Southern Utah.

Outstanding Lifestyle and Work Life Balance

Live in a community where world class outdoor recreation begins just minutes from your front door. Enjoy hiking, mountain biking, skiing, trail running, climbing, fishing, camping, and exploration of some of the most iconic landscapes in the American West.

National Parks and Outdoor Adventure

Cedar City is ideally situated near Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, Brian Head Resort, and countless acres of public land offering year round opportunities for recreation and adventure.

Family Focused Community

Cedar City offers excellent schools, strong youth sports programs, safe neighborhoods, and a welcoming environment that makes it an outstanding place to raise a family.

Growing Regional Healthcare Market

Southern Utah continues to experience significant population growth, creating long term opportunities for practice development, leadership advancement, and professional growth.

A Rare Combination of Opportunity and Lifestyle

Few sports medicine positions in the country offer the combination of NCAA Division I team physician responsibilities, orthopedic integration, program building opportunities, physician leadership, and immediate access to a world class outdoor lifestyle.

How we’ll support you

We care about your well being, which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package. In addition, we offer paid time off, license reimbursement, malpractice insurance coverage, and an annual CME allowance to support your continuous growth and development.

What you’ll bring

• MD or DO degree from a fully accredited medical or osteopathic school of medicine

• Completion of an accredited Sports Medicine fellowship

• Board certification or eligibility in Primary Care Sports Medicine and Board Certification in Family Medicine

• Active, unobstructed Utah medical license, or the ability to obtain one

• Ability to successfully complete Intermountain Health’s credentialing process

• Demonstrated interest in athletic coverage, community engagement, leadership, and collaborative musculoskeletal care

• We are not able to accept candidates requiring Visa sponsorship at this time

About us

Intermountain Health is a model health system providing extraordinary care and superior service at an affordable cost. We are an integrated not for profit system of 33 hospitals, 385 clinics, and a medical group with more than 5,000 employed physicians and advanced practice providers across seven states in the Mountain West.

Our value statements are core to our culture. They reflect the behaviors and attitudes that are important to us, guide how we work together, and define what patients and caregivers can expect from us.

What does it mean to be a part of Intermountain Health?

It means joining the Power of We and helping create an environment where providers and caregivers can deliver the best in healthcare. Together, we are committed to advancing research, embracing innovation, and achieving exceptional outcomes for our patients and communities.

Location:

Intermountain Health Cedar City Hospital

Work City:

Cedar City

Work State:

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

$7.25 - $999.99

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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