Orthopedics - Sports Medicine Physician
Company: Veterans Health Administration
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: January 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Join Us as a Part-Time Sports/Upper Extremity Orthopedic Surgeon
in Vibrant Charlotte, NC! The Salisbury VA Health Care System is
actively seeking a Full-Time Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in
Sports Medicine/Upper Extremity to join our dedicated orthopedic
team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact
on the lives of those who have served our country. This position is
based at the Charlotte Health Care Center and operates under the
overall management of the Section Chief of Orthopedics.
Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive surgical and clinical
services for sports-related injuries and upper extremity
conditions. Ensure compliance with established policies within the
Department of Surgery/Orthopedic section. Requirements: Full,
unrestricted medical license in any State. Degree of Doctor of
Medicine or an equivalent degree in medicine or osteopathic
medicine. Completed residency training approved by the Secretary of
Veteran Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program,
leading to board certification eligibility. Board
Certified/Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery with a focus on Sports
Medicine/Upper Extremity. U.S. Citizenship: Non-citizens may be
appointed only when it is not possible to recruit qualified
citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Preferred Experience: Board
Certified and Fellowship-trained in Sports Medicine or Upper
Extremity Surgery. Experience in developing outpatient programs for
sports injuries and upper extremity conditions. Academic
Affiliation: Atrium Wake Forest Baptist and Atrium Affiliations.
Compensation & Benefits Package: Pay: $300,000-$400,000 Paid Time
Off: 50-55 days per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick
leave, 11 paid Federal holidays, and possible 5-day paid absence
for CME). Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting)
and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA. Insurance:
Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care
insurance (many federal insurance programs can be carried into
retirement). Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US
State or territory. CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement
(must be full-time with board certification). Malpractice: Free
liability protection with tail coverage provided. Contract: No
Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on
moonlighting. Incentive Authorized Make a lasting impact on the
lives of our veterans. Apply today and become part of a team
dedicated to excellence! Interested candidates, please email your
CV to Annie Luckey, Physician Recruiter, at .
Keywords: Veterans Health Administration, Winston-Salem , Orthopedics - Sports Medicine Physician, Healthcare , Charlotte, North Carolina
