Orthopedics - Sports Medicine Physician
At a glance
Orthopedic Surgeon role posted by Protean Med LLC, a recruiter. Iowa · full-time · $739,000 a year.
physicianroles summary, based on the recruiter's listing.
What you'll do
- Build and expand the Sports Medicine service, with dedicated operating-room access and APP support
- Perform sports procedures including arthroscopy, ligament reconstruction, cartilage restoration, and shoulder and knee surgery
- Take part in the shared evening and weekend call rotation, scheduled at 1:8
- Work with primary care, urgent care and athletic programs that refer patients to the service
What you bring
- You hold an MD or DO and completed fellowship training in orthopedic sports medicine
- You are ABOS board certified or board eligible, and eligible for Iowa and Illinois medical licenses
- You bring strong arthroscopic and open sports surgery skills, an active DEA and current BLS certification
- You have a clean malpractice and license history
Who this fits
This permanent full-time role is open to experienced surgeons and graduating fellows. You’ll share evening and weekend call on a 1:8 schedule. J-1 and H-1B visa sponsorship is unavailable.
From the recruiter
Ready to build something extraordinary? Join a rapidly growing, physician-led orthopedic team in the beautiful Quad Cities and become a key player in developing a premier Sports Medicine program. Enjoy immediate case volume, cutting-edge procedures, exceptional support, and outstanding earning potential.
Location: Davenport, Iowa (Quad Cities Eastern Iowa/Western Illinois)
Position: Permanent Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgeon
$739,000 Guaranteed for the First 2 Years
Year 3 Production Model with $1M+ Earning Potential
$100,000 Recruitment Bonus
Up to $15,000 Relocation Assistance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
️ 4 Weeks PTO + 1 Week CME + 6 Paid Holidays
$6,000 Annual CME Allowance
Comprehensive Benefits Starting Day One
401(k) with Employer Match + 457(b)
️ Paid Professional Liability Coverage
Shape and grow a comprehensive Sports Medicine service
Immediate high-volume surgical case load
Advanced Arthroscopy & Ligament Reconstruction
Cartilage Restoration Procedures
Shoulder & Knee Surgery
Dedicated OR Access
️ Dedicated APP Support
Strong Referral Network from Primary Care, Urgent Care & Athletic Programs
Collaborative team including Physical Therapy, Athletic Trainers, Emergency Medicine, Pain Management & Anesthesia
Level III Trauma Center
Shared Call Schedule (1:8 Evenings & Weekends)
️ Excellent Work-Life Balance
Physician-led organization focused on leadership, collaboration, and professional growth
️ Open to Experienced Surgeons and Graduating Fellows
Live in the vibrant Quad Cities along the Mississippi River
Affordable, family-friendly communities
Excellent schools
Festivals, live music, arts, museums, and riverfront entertainment
Miles of scenic trails and outdoor recreation
️ Convenient regional airport
MD or DO
Fellowship Trained in Orthopedic Sports Medicine
ABOS Board Certified or Board Eligible
Eligible for Iowa & Illinois Medical Licenses
Strong Arthroscopic & Open Sports Surgery Skills
Active DEA
Current BLS Certification
Clean Malpractice & License History Preferred
No J-1 or H-1B Visa Sponsorship
If you're ready to build a premier Sports Medicine practice while enjoying exceptional compensation, outstanding support, and an incredible quality of life, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.
Apply Today!
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