[Hiring] Virtual Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician @Protera Health

Role Description

We are seeking a highly motivated, board-certified (or board-eligible) Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician to join our expanding remote care team. This is an exciting opportunity to provide high-quality, evidence-based musculoskeletal and sports medicine care to a broad range of patients across the United States—all from the convenience of your home office. You will be a core member of our virtual clinical staff, collaborating with PTs, orthopedic surgeons, and health coaches in a mission-driven, technology-enabled environment.

• Conduct comprehensive virtual evaluations for sports medicine and general musculoskeletal complaints
• Diagnose, manage, and create treatment plans for a wide array of injuries and conditions, including acute and overuse sports injuries, joint pain, and movement disorders
• Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic imaging or labs as clinically indicated
• Develop and oversee evidence-based, patient-specific treatment plans, including activity modification, rehabilitation, and return-to-play guidance
• Educate and empower patients on injury prevention, performance optimization, and long-term health strategies
• Participate in interdisciplinary case reviews, collaborating closely with PTs, orthopedic surgeons, and health coaches
• Identify red flags and coordinate timely escalation to higher levels of care as appropriate
• Actively contribute in clinical protocol development and telemedicine best practices initiatives
• Maintain detailed, accurate, and timely electronic health records
• Participate in regular team meetings and continuous learning sessions

Qualifications

• Board-certified (or eligible) in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Pediatrics with fellowship training in Primary Care Sports Medicine
• Passionate about sports medicine, musculoskeletal health, and innovative care models
• Experienced in remote/telemedicine care (preferred but not required)
• Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Comfortable leveraging digital health platforms and electronic health record (EHR) systems
• Committed to collaborative, multidisciplinary care and continuous professional development
• Adaptable, proactive, and enthusiastic about working in a fast-paced startup environment

Requirements

• MD/DO degree with active, unrestricted medical license in at least one US state
• Board certified or board eligible in Primary Care Sports Medicine (FM/IM/EM/Peds routes all welcomed)
• Willingness to pursue additional state licenses as needed
• At least 2 years clinical experience (fellowship may count)
• Reliable high-speed internet and professional remote workspace

Benefits

• 100% remote, flexible position
• Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience
• Bonus/equity opportunity
• Comprehensive health insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Meaningful work improving patient lives and outcomes daily
• Opportunity to contribute to protocols, innovation, and clinical leadership at a growing startup