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Join UCSF Health as a Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician -- Evidence-Based Care, Academic Excellence
The UCSF Department of Orthopedic Surgery seeks a board-eligible or board-certified Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician skilled in diagnosing and managing sports medicine conditions in children and adults. Expertise in musculoskeletal ultrasound, team and event coverage, and a strong interest in academic sports medicine are required. Appointment will be at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level in the HS Clinical, Clinical X, or In-Residence series. 

The role includes clinical care, teaching, research, and program development across UCSF’s Orthopedic Institute and affiliated sites. Responsibilities include educating learners as core faculty in the UCSF Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship and contributing to scholarship through clinical or translational research. Leadership opportunities are available in both educational and clinical programs. 

Why UCSF?


• Nationally recognized leader in Sports Medicine, serving active individuals and athletes of all levels.
• Multidisciplinary environment offering comprehensive, patient-centered musculoskeletal care.
• Strong academic foundation with robust opportunities for research, innovation, and teaching excellence.
• Meaningful community impact through team coverage and outreach programs across the Bay Area.

What We’re Looking For:

• Board-certified or eligible Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician.
• Clinical expertise in Landmark-guided and ultrasound-guided Injections and other non-surgical experience
• Experience in team and mass event coverage.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching, clinical research, and patient-centered care.
• Interest in academic leadership and interdepartmental collaboration.

What We Offer:

• Faculty appointment in the UCSF School of Medicine (rank and step commensurate with experience).
• Competitive compensation and UC benefits, including pension and health coverage.
• Access to premier facilities, cutting-edge technologies, and UCSF’s integrated health system.
• A culture of innovation, teamwork, and academic excellence.
• Opportunities to grow in leadership, education, and research.

• Vibrant Neighborhoods – From the charm of Noe Valley and Alamo Square’s Victorians to the waterfront buzz of the Embarcadero, San Francisco offers distinct communities with their own parks, cafes, and character.
• Dynamic Culture – A city alive with art, music, and diversity, San Francisco celebrates inclusivity through festivals, public art, and a thriving creative scene.
• Access to Nature – Minutes from beaches, redwoods, and Golden Gate Park, with Napa Valley and Marin trails just a short drive away.
• Exceptional Food Scene – Home to Michelin-star dining, farmers markets, and global flavors from Chinatown to the Mission—all defined by fresh, coastal ingredients.
• Connected & Convenient – Quick access to Berkeley, Silicon Valley, and Oakland via BART, ferry, or car; SFO offers nonstop flights worldwide.
• City of Inspiration – Known as “The City by the Bay,” San Francisco embodies creativity, resilience, and purpose—where people come to make an impact.

• A valid California medical license will be required as a condition of employment.
• MD or DO degree from an accredited program.
• Completed an accredited residency program in one of the following specialties: Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Emergency Medicine, or Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
• Completed Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship
• Board certified or eligible with one of the following: American Board of Family Medicine; American Board of Internal Medicine; American Board of Pediatrics; American Board of Emergency Medicine; American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
• Board-certified or eligible Primary Care Sports Medicine certification
• Clinical expertise to diagnose and manage the full spectrum of sports medicine conditions affecting both children and adults.
• Expertise in musculoskeletal ultrasound.
• Experience in team coverage.
• Applicants’ materials must list (pending) qualifications upon submission.
• Applicants must meet all of the requirements by the time of hire.

Join Us at UCSF Health

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The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay, determined by academic rank and step at the time of appointment. See Table 5. The minimum base salary for this position is $154,700. This position is governed by the UC Health Sciences Compensation Plan, APM-670 [Register to View] which allows for eligibility for negotiated additional compensation. As such, the total negotiated salary (including base and negotiated components) can be significantly higher and can range up to $900,000, depending on individual qualifications, clinical productivity, and other factors assessed at the time of offer.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• Statement of Teaching

Reference requirements
2 required (contact information only)

About UC San Francisco

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

UCSF is committed to welcoming and serving all people, honoring the dignity of every individual without preference or prejudice, in support of its public mission and in alignment with our PRIDE values and Principles of Community.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

Job location

San Francisco, CA