While every physician at the Southern California Permanente Medical Group has their own personal and professional ambitions, they all share a common vision: to transform the practice of medicine. Every day, they work hand in hand—with each other and their patients—to achieve outcomes that elevate the level of care across our organization and, ultimately, our nation.

PRIMARY CARE SPORTS MEDICINE OPPORTUNITY

Opening in San Diego, California

Our department of Orthopedics in San Diego has an opening for a primary care sports medicine physician in its El Cajon location. This full-time position is 100% musculoskeletal and covers sports medicine and general office orthopedics (no primary care panel). The physician will collaborate with a collegial network of nonoperative and surgical orthopedic physicians. 

Key features of the position:

• 100% outpatient practice, seeing consults and follow-ups in an ambulatory setting.
• There is no call, and there are no preoperative, postoperative or OR assisting responsibilities.  
• The workload is a blend of chronic/degenerative conditions, combined with sports medicine patients. 
• Ultrasound is on-site for relevant musculoskeletal procedures.  
• There are teaching opportunities for family medicine residents, surgical sports medicine fellows and more.
• The physician will collaborate with trainers of local high schools and colleges to coordinate care of injured athletes.
• There are abundant opportunities for academic development and intellectual growth.

Qualifications:

• Board-certified in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine
• Fellowship-trained in an accredited primary care sports medicine program, eligible for a Certificate of Added Qualification in Sports Medicine
• Prior experience preferred but not mandatory
• There should be enthusiastic willingness and interest to help build and refine a comprehensive sports and wellness service line

At SCPMG, you'll enjoy the amazing recreational activities, spectacular natural scenery and exceptional climate our area is known for, along with stability in today's rapidly changing health care environment.

SCPMG is proud to offer its physicians:

• An organization that has served the communities of Southern California for more than 60 years
• A physician-led practice that equally emphasizes professional autonomy and cross-specialty collaboration
• Comprehensive administrative support
• An environment that promotes excellent service to patients
• A fully implemented electronic medical record system
• An excellent salary, comprehensive benefits and partnership eligibility after 3 years

If you believe in pursuing dreams, creating hope and driving progress, then you’re the very definition of a Permanente Physician.

For consideration or to apply, please visit our website at http://scpmgphysiciancareers.com.

For questions or additional information, please contact Bettina Virtusio at 877-927-3708 or Bettina.X.Virtusio@kp.org.  

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