Sports Medicine Physician Team | UCSF

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Join UCSF Health as a Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician Evidence-Based Care, Academic Excellence

The UCSF Department of Orthopedic Surgery seeks a board-eligible or board-certified Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician skilled in diagnosing and managing sports medicine conditions in children and adults. Expertise in musculoskeletal ultrasound, team and event coverage, and a strong interest in academic sports medicine are required. Appointment will be at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level in the HS Clinical, Clinical X, or In-Residence series.

The role includes clinical care, teaching, research, and program development across UCSFs Orthopedic Institute and affiliated sites. Responsibilities include educating learners as core faculty in the UCSF Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship and contributing to scholarship through clinical or translational research. Leadership opportunities are available in both educational and clinical programs.

• Nationally recognized leader in Sports Medicine, serving active individuals and athletes of all levels.

• Multidisciplinary environment offering comprehensive, patient-centered musculoskeletal care.

• Strong academic foundation with robust opportunities for research, innovation, and teaching excellence.

• Meaningful community impact through team coverage and outreach programs across the Bay Area.

• Board-certified or eligible Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician.

• Clinical expertise in Landmark-guided and ultrasound-guided Injections and other non-surgical experience

• Experience in team and mass event coverage.

• Demonstrated commitment to teaching, clinical research, and patient-centered care.

• Interest in academic leadership and interdepartmental collaboration.

• Faculty appointment in the UCSF School of Medicine (rank and step commensurate with experience).

• Competitive compensation and UC benefits, including pension and health coverage.

• Access to premier facilities, cutting-edge technologies, and UCSFs integrated health system.

• A culture of innovation, teamwork, and academic excellence.

• Opportunities to grow in leadership, education, and research.

• Vibrant Neighborhoods - From the charm of Noe Valley and Alamo Squares Victorians to the waterfront buzz of the Embarcadero, San Francisco offers distinct communities with their own parks, cafes, and character.

• Dynamic Culture - A city alive with art, music, and diversity, San Francisco celebrates inclusivity through festivals, public art, and a thriving creative scene.

• Access to Nature - Minutes from beaches, redwoods, and Golden Gate Park, with Napa Valley and Marin trails just a short drive away.

• Exceptional Food Scene - Home to Michelin-star dining, farmers markets, and global flavors from Chinatown to the Mission all defined by fresh, coastal ingredients.

• Connected & Convenient - Quick access to Berkeley, Silicon Valley, and Oakland via BART, ferry, or car; SFO offers nonstop flights worldwide.

• City of Inspiration - Known as The City by the Bay, San Francisco embodies creativity, resilience, and purpose where people come to make an impact.

• A valid California medical license will be required as a condition of employment.

• MD or DO degree from an accredited program.

• Completed an accredited residency program in one of the following specialties:
  Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Emergency Medicine, or Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

• Completed Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship

• Board certified or eligible with one of the following:
  American Board of Family Medicine;
  American Board of Internal Medicine;
  American Board of Pediatrics;
  American Board of Emergency Medicine;
  American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

• Board-certified or eligible Primary Care Sports Medicine certification

• Clinical expertise to diagnose and manage the full spectrum of sports medicine conditions affecting both children and adults.

• Expertise in musculoskeletal ultrasound.

• Experience in team coverage.

• Applicants materials must list (pending) qualifications upon submission.

• Applicants must meet all of the…