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Orthopedics - Sports Medicine Physician

Curative, Wisconsin Rapids, WI, United States

Salary max: $15.00

Duration: Full Time


Orthopedic Sports Medicine Opportunity Central Wisconsin Partnership Track

Join a collaborative, physician-led orthopedic group in Central Wisconsin with high procedural volume and a strong referral network. This Sports Medicine role offers a dynamic mix of clinic, ASC, and hospital-based practice, a clear path to partnership, and the opportunity to grow your practice while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.


Practice Overview
  • Team of 4 orthopedic surgeons + 1 foot & ankle specialist , with subspecialty support in spine, hand, and total joint
  • Practice-owned ASC, walk-in ortho clinic, onsite MRI, and therapy services all located in the main clinic
  • Dedicated APP support; incoming surgeon may have their own PA/NP for clinic and OR coverage
  • Mix of sports-focused procedures including arthroscopic shoulder, knee, and hip, with access to both ASC and hospital ORs
Schedule
  • Approx. 20 patients/day , split between clinic and OR
  • 1:5 call, moving to 1:6 in 2026; call burden typically includes 2 calls/week and 1-2 surgeries (mostly hip fractures)
  • OR time split between efficient ASC (on-site, overnight capabilities) and affiliated hospital (Level III trauma)
  • Weekly sports surgical volume 5-8 cases
Compensation & Benefits
  • First-year salary of $400,000 with sign-on bonus
  • Partnership after Year 1 with low buy-in; surgeons keep all collections
  • Ancillary income examples: $400K from EMR/therapy and $1M from surgical profits
  • Benefits include 100% paid health insurance, 4 weeks PTO + 9 holidays, 401k with 10% match, malpractice with tail, and $2,500 CME
Candidate Requirements
  • Board-certified or board-eligible orthopedic surgeon
  • Comfortable with a broad arthroscopic case mix, including ACLs, labral repairs, and sports trauma
  • Open to growth, teamwork, and community engagement
Community & Location Highlights
  • Family-friendly community with strong public schools and affordable housing
  • Ample outdoor recreation including water sports, hunting, fishing, and snow activities
  • Located in Central Wisconsin with easy access to airports in Madison and Milwaukee
  • Low cost of living and close-knit feel make this an excellent place to put down roots

Inquire now to see how this position can help you build the career and balance you deserve.