Orthopedic Surgeon – Sports Medicine

Tryon Medical Partners is a physician-owned and led medical practice based in Charlotte, North Carolina, committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care. With a strong foundation in primary care and specialty services, Tryon offers a collaborative environment focused on innovation, access, and long-term physician success.

About the role

Tryon Medical Partners is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine to join our newly expanding orthopedic service line. This is a unique opportunity to be part of building a high-growth, physician-led musculoskeletal program with a focus on arthroscopy, joint preservation, and comprehensive sports care. The ideal candidate will play a key role in shaping the future of orthopedics at Tryon, working within a collaborative, outpatient-focused model supported by a strong and growing primary care referral network.

Why this opportunity

• Ground-floor growth opportunity within a newly developing orthopedic department
• Physician-led organization with meaningful input into program development and clinical strategy
• Built-in referral network from one of the region’s largest primary care groups
• Outpatient-focused model with access to high-efficiency ASC environments
• Flexible practice structure allowing you to build your desired mix of clinic and surgical volume
• Partnership track available

Position highlights

• Focus on sports-related injuries of the shoulder, knee, and hip
• Arthroscopic procedures including ACL reconstruction, rotator cuff repair, labral repair, and meniscal surgery
• Opportunity to develop relationships with local schools, athletic programs, and community organizations
• Ability to build a balanced practice of surgical and non-operative sports medicine
• Collaborative care environment with primary care, physical therapy, and specialty colleagues

Responsibilities

Clinical & Surgical Care

• Evaluate and manage a wide range of sports-related orthopedic conditions
• Perform arthroscopic and minimally invasive surgical procedures
• Develop individualized treatment plans incorporating operative and non-operative care
• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care with a focus on outcomes and return to activity

Program Development & Growth

• Contribute to the growth and development of the sports medicine service line
• Establish referral pathways and community relationships to build patient volume
• Participate in strategic planning for expansion of orthopedic services and ASC utilization

Collaboration & Care Coordination

• Partner closely with primary care physicians and rehabilitation teams
• Coordinate pre- and post-operative care to optimize patient outcomes
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited institution
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
• Fellowship training in Sports Medicine required
• Eligible for North Carolina medical licensure
• Interest in program development and practice growth preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with a year one guarantee to support you during the ramp up period
• Clear pathway to partnership
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement
• Generous PTO and CME allowance
• Malpractice coverage provided

Location

Charlotte, NC – one of the fastest-growing cities in the Southeast, offering a high quality of life, strong communities, and access to both mountains and coast.