Sports Medicine - Primary Care Physician

University of Minnesota Physicians is seeking a BC/BE Primary Care Sports Medicine physician to join the multispecialty practice at CentraCare-M Physicians Orthopedics in St. Cloud, MN.

CentraCare-M Physicians Orthopedics blends the best in conservative and surgical treatment for bone, muscle and joint problems provided by our subspecialty teams in Sports Medicine, Shoulder and Elbow, Foot and Ankle, Adult Reconstruction and Trauma surgery.

This position is part of team of 10 surgeons, 1 full-time and 2 part-time Primary Care Sports Medicine Physicians and 10 APPs.  The practice is the preferred provider of orthopedic care for CentraCare, the largest healthcare system in Central Minnesota, with the additional resources and expertise of M Physicians and the University of Minnesota Department of Orthopedics.  The incumbent will have abundant opportunity to innovate and lead as the practice expands and evolves.

Practice Details:

• Provide primary care sports medicine care at CentraCare-M Physicians Orthopedics.

• Patient encounters average 20-22 patients per day.  Clinics are located at CentraCare Plaza and Monticello Hospital, with other future sites in the St. Cloud area possible.  Clinic duties will include coverage of the Walk-in Clinic. 

• Physicians work collaboratively within a large network of both primary care and specialty physicians throughout CentraCare including partners at the University of Minnesota, which includes many subspecialists through an extensive outreach program.

• The clinical practice site includes a fully integrated Electronic Medical Record (EPIC).

• Physicians work an expectation of 36 patient contact hours per week.

• Occasional ‘event’ coverage for sports activities aligned with CentraCare-M Physicians Orthopedics strategic priorities

• Patients requiring hospitalization are admitted to the hospitalist or orthopedic service at St. Cloud Hospital.

Income Details:

• 2-year market competitive salary with ability to exceed on production compensation program

• Comprehensive benefits package: generous time off, annual CME allowance, malpractice insurance with tail coverage, retirement contributions, relocation & more.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an ACGME-accredited Sports Medicine fellowship training program and Board Certified/Board Eligible with the American Board of Medical Specialties or American Osteopathic Association.

• Licensed or ability to obtain Minnesota Board of Medical Practice Licensure.

• Ability to obtain and /or maintain DEA certification for the State of Minnesota.

• Meet threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileges. 

About CentraCare-M Physicians Orthopedics:

Our team is passionate about providing excellent patient care and building the premier destination for musculoskeletal care in Centra Minnesota.  The practice has exponentially grown since its inception in 2019 and is always seeking new opportunities to expand delivery of care and innovating to provide the best patient-centered treatment plans for the CentraCare service area.  The practice provides a unique opportunity to continue building an exceptional care model leveraging the CentraCare system and the expertise of M Physicians and the University of Minnesota Department of Orthopedics.  In August of 2025, the University of Minnesota Medical School will open the CentraCare Regional Campus-St. Cloud, providing the opportunity to teach and train the next generation of rural physicians.

St. Cloud, Minnesota

St. Cloud is a wonderful place to live, work and raise a family. Enjoy easy access to Minneapolis/St. Paul but live in low stress and relaxing community.

• 60 minutes from Minneapolis

• Mini-metro area in the heart of lake country

• Four season recreation

• Theatre and arts

• Excellent education options

• Family friendly

• Four colleges

University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians), a non-profit organization headquartered in Minneapolis, seeks motivated individuals for both clinical and non-clinical roles to drive innovation in health and medicine. Our inclusive culture offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for career development in the exciting field of health care to over 1,200 physicians, 300 advanced practice providers, and 2,200 health professionals and staff across Minnesota and beyond.

Join us on a mission to advance medicine.

St. Cloud Hospital, founded by the Sisters of the Order of St. Benedict in 1886, has a longstanding commitment to providing personalized, compassionate care for the people of Central Minnesota. As the largest health care facility in the region — including approximately 6,500 employees and a medical staff of more than 550 physicians — St. Cloud Hospital offers a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services. From state-of-the-art care for heart disease and cancer to preventive health screenings and behavioral health counseling, we have the technology and skilled professionals to meet the needs of a growing region.

Award-Winning Care for Central Minnesota

The high quality care provided by St. Cloud Hospital has received national recognition.

Top 100 Hospital. St. Cloud Hospital has been named a 100 Top Hospital^® by Truven Health Analytics^TM eleven times, more than any other hospital in Minnesota. The Truven Health 100 Top Hospitals^® study identifies hospitals and leadership teams that provide the highest level of value to their communities.

Magnet Hospital Designation. St Cloud Hospital has received Magnet recognition four times since 2004, one of only 49 hospitals worldwide to receive four or more Magnet designations. Magnet Recognition® from the American Nurses Credentialing Center is the highest and most prestigious distinction a healthcare organization can receive for nursing excellence and high-quality patient care.