The Department of Orthopaedics and Therapy Services at Penn State Health is seeking a full-time board certified  fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Sports Medicine physician, with additional sub-specialty interest in hip and knee arthroplasty or foot and ankle surgery.  Other sub-specialty interests will be considered.  This position will be located in State College, PA.  

This position will maintain a community orthopaedic patient practice with some call obligation, and have responsibility supporting Pennsylvania State University’s main campus Division 1 Intercollegiate Athletic (ICA) program.  In combination with other sports medicine providers within the department located in State College, the individual in this position will be responsible for supporting several assigned sports teams.

Sports team coverage may include athletic practices, home games, away games, after-hours call, and other events as deemed necessary by the ICA and Penn State Health in compliance with Big 10 and NCAA standards.

This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a collegial, patient-focused group with a rich history of providing great care to Penn State’s athletes and the community. We are looking for a motivated team-player to join a team that consists of three orthopaedic surgeons, five primary care sports medicine physicians, two physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians, one surgical podiatrist, and five advanced practice providers.

The qualified candidate will be a full-time faculty member of the Penn State Health Department of Orthopaedics and Therapy Services, and hold an academic rank within the Penn State College of Medicine. 

What we’re seeking:

• Medical degree – MD, DO, or foreign equivalent.
• Board Certification in Orthopaedics, and Sports Medicine CAQ preferred.
• Fellowship training in Sports Medicine.  Additional sub-specialty interest in hip and knee arthroplasty, foot and ankle surgery, or other sub-specialty interests will be considered.
• A minimum of 5 years relevant experience.
• Direct experience working with collegiate athletes.
• This position will report to Penn State Health, and interact with Penn State University’s Athletic Department.
• Excellent patient care abilities and an interest in teaching and clinical research.

What the department offers:

• Highly collaborative culture
• Interaction with dynamic clinicians across departments and participation in innovative educational approaches
• Outstanding academic orthopaedic residency program and four fellowship training programs in Orthopaedic Foot/Ankle, Orthopaedic Trauma, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, and PCP Sports Medicine with a national reputation.
• Opportunity to collaborate in orthopaedic related research
• Faculty rank commensurate with experience
• Competitive salary and generous benefits

What the Area Offers:

State College, PA is home to Pennsylvania State University & University Park, which is the largest campus in the Penn State system. If you’ve never visited, State College is more than just a quintessential college town. It is vibrant with exciting nightlife, great shopping, many options for arts & culture, and a diverse array of restaurants. Nestled at the base of Mount Nittany, State College is a unique and wonderful combination of small town charm and college town action that makes it no surprise that this area of central Pennsylvania is known as “Happy Valley.”

For immediate consideration, please send CV and letter of interest to: 

Savannah Stauffer, PSH Physician Recruiter at sstauffer@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.