Team Physician Jobs
Team Physician jobs are open across professional sports, collegiate athletics, military, and occupational health organizations, from entry-level staff physician to medical director, with specializations in orthopedics, sports medicine, and primary care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Indiana University Health Medical Group is HIRING! We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Gastroenterology Team Lead in Avon, IN at IU West Hospital!
Job Description:
- Full-Time, Day Shift
- 10% outpatient, 90% inpatient
Key Responsibilities:
- Quarterly 1:1 rounding on all APP's
Qualifications:
- ACNP, FNP, or PA certification required
- Master's degree required
- Certified NP or PA with more than 1 year of experience who already has served in an informal leader role
IU Health offers a value-based compensation package that includes: group insurance (health, dental, life, disability), 401k with company match, generous PTO, CME allowance/time off, relocation assistance, and malpractice insurance coverage.
See how you can thrive, right here at Indiana University Health
Community Description
Avon, Indiana is a beautiful and growing suburb of Indianapolis located just five miles west of downtown Indianapolis in Hendricks County. Residents enjoy a variety of entertainment and recreation along with an assortment of other wonderful amenities.
- Ranked by Niche in 2022 as one of the top ten counties to buy a house in America, and amongst the best counties for families
- Rich musical tradition paired with major retailers and local cuisine options
- Entertainment options and cultural amenities for the entire family to enjoy
- Twenty minutes to top ranked international airport: "Best Airport in North America" twelve consecutive years
- 30 parks and five golf courses within 7 miles offer outdoor amenities including trails, lakes, fishing, boating, disc golf, splash pad and athletic playing areas.
- Quick drive to lively downtown Indianapolis provides residents with big- city amenities including:
- Leading educational system and top-ranked universities paired with a diverse population
- Vibrant downtown offering arts, theaters, world-class museums, zoo, aquarium, concerts and memorials
- Lively nightlife, local wineries, retail, and cuisine with local flavors
- Historic neighborhoods with surrounding cultural districts and low cost of living
- Collegiate and professional sports, golfing, boating and unique parks
- Home of the Colts (NFL), Fever (WNBA), Pacers (NBA), Indians (MiLB), Indianapolis 500 (IndyCar), Indy Eleven (NASL), NCAA and USTA Midwest
- Nation's largest half marathon (OneAmerica Mini-Marathon) and winner of the National Biking Award
- Close proximity to Chicago, St. Louis and Cincinnati
Healthcare System/Hospital Description
IU Health West Hospital, located in Avon, a beautiful suburb of Indianapolis, is a 177-bed, full-service, community-based hospital rooted in the history of excellence established by Indiana University Health. Completed in 2021, a $84 million vertical expansion to the hospital added 48 inpatient beds (ICU and acuity-adaptable), a new operating room, an inpatient dialysis unit and cath lab capacity.
A special place to give and receive healthcare services, IU Health West Hospital offers a full range of patient care services, including maternity, orthopedics and cancer care.
Many elements come together to create what is known as IU Health West Hospital's Sanctuary of Healing - building design and decor, technology and relationship-centered care, just to name a few. The physical environment and our highly skilled staff work in harmony to create a soothing, stress-free, remarkable healthcare experience for patients and their loved ones.
The hospital sees more than 7,000 admissions and nearly 175,000 outpatient visits annually, and has earned advanced certification as a Primary Stroke Center from The Joint Commission.
Indiana University Health Medical Group is HIRING! We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Gastroenterology Team Lead in Avon, IN at IU West Hospital!
Job Description:
- Full-Time, Day Shift
- 10% outpatient, 90% inpatient
Key Responsibilities:
- Quarterly 1:1 rounding on all APP's
Qualifications:
- ACNP, FNP, or PA certification required
- Master's degree required
- Certified NP or PA with more than 1 year of experience who already has served in an informal leader role
IU Health offers a value-based compensation package that includes: group insurance (health, dental, life, disability), 401k with company match, generous PTO, CME allowance/time off, relocation assistance, and malpractice insurance coverage.
See how you can thrive, right here at Indiana University Health
Community Description
Avon, Indiana is a beautiful and growing suburb of Indianapolis located just five miles west of downtown Indianapolis in Hendricks County. Residents enjoy a variety of entertainment and recreation along with an assortment of other wonderful amenities.
- Ranked by Niche in 2022 as one of the top ten counties to buy a house in America, and amongst the best counties for families
- Rich musical tradition paired with major retailers and local cuisine options
- Entertainment options and cultural amenities for the entire family to enjoy
- Twenty minutes to top ranked international airport: "Best Airport in North America" twelve consecutive years
- 30 parks and five golf courses within 7 miles offer outdoor amenities including trails, lakes, fishing, boating, disc golf, splash pad and athletic playing areas.
- Quick drive to lively downtown Indianapolis provides residents with big- city amenities including:
- Leading educational system and top-ranked universities paired with a diverse population
- Vibrant downtown offering arts, theaters, world-class museums, zoo, aquarium, concerts and memorials
- Lively nightlife, local wineries, retail, and cuisine with local flavors
- Historic neighborhoods with surrounding cultural districts and low cost of living
- Collegiate and professional sports, golfing, boating and unique parks
- Home of the Colts (NFL), Fever (WNBA), Pacers (NBA), Indians (MiLB), Indianapolis 500 (IndyCar), Indy Eleven (NASL), NCAA and USTA Midwest
- Nation's largest half marathon (OneAmerica Mini-Marathon) and winner of the National Biking Award
- Close proximity to Chicago, St. Louis and Cincinnati
Healthcare System/Hospital Description
IU Health West Hospital, located in Avon, a beautiful suburb of Indianapolis, is a 177-bed, full-service, community-based hospital rooted in the history of excellence established by Indiana University Health. Completed in 2021, a $84 million vertical expansion to the hospital added 48 inpatient beds (ICU and acuity-adaptable), a new operating room, an inpatient dialysis unit and cath lab capacity.
A special place to give and receive healthcare services, IU Health West Hospital offers a full range of patient care services, including maternity, orthopedics and cancer care.
Many elements come together to create what is known as IU Health West Hospital's Sanctuary of Healing - building design and decor, technology and relationship-centered care, just to name a few. The physical environment and our highly skilled staff work in harmony to create a soothing, stress-free, remarkable healthcare experience for patients and their loved ones.
The hospital sees more than 7,000 admissions and nearly 175,000 outpatient visits annually, and has earned advanced certification as a Primary Stroke Center from The Joint Commission.
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Who's Hiring
- GlyCare11
- AccentCare9
- Dollar General9
- Indiana University Health3
- Optum2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in team physician jobs.
- MD or DO degree with an active state medical license
- Board certification in sports medicine, orthopedics, or family medicine
- Current ACLS and BLS certification
- Minimum two years of clinical experience in a sports medicine or athletic setting
- Experience administering and documenting pre-participation physical examinations
- Familiarity with return-to-play protocols and concussion management guidelines
Tips for Your Team Physician Job Search
Tailor your resume to game-day duties
Sideline experience reads differently than clinic hours on a team physician resume. Lead with on-site coverage, acute injury management, and travel commitments you've handled so hiring managers see your real availability before they read anything else.
Get your CSCS and CAQ credentials ready
Many team physician postings specifically screen for a Certificate of Added Qualification in sports medicine or a CSCS alongside your board certification. Listing these prominently, not buried in a credentials appendix, saves you from early-round cuts.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists team physician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target organizations by season and roster size
Hiring timelines for team physicians often align with pre-season windows in spring or late summer. Filtering your search by sport type and roster size helps you find organizations whose medical demand matches your capacity for travel and irregular hours.
Prepare for practical scenario questions in interviews
Team physician interviews frequently move beyond credentials into real-time scenarios: a sideline ACL call, a concussion protocol dispute with coaching staff, or a return-to-play decision under pressure. Walk interviewers through your clinical reasoning out loud, not just your conclusion.
Negotiate coverage scope before accepting an offer
Travel obligations, away-game coverage, and after-hours athlete access vary widely between organizations and rarely appear in job postings. Clarify exact coverage expectations, call schedules, and whether a secondary clinical role is included before you finalize any offer.
Team Physician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most team physicians?
The companies hiring the most team physicians right now include GlyCare, AccentCare, and Dollar General, with the largest share of openings in Maryland, Georgia, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Openings are distributed across professional leagues, university athletic departments, and large occupational health organizations.
How many team physician jobs are remote?
About 71% of team physician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles. Administrative positions such as medical director oversight, telehealth-based athlete consultations, and policy development tend to offer the most scheduling flexibility within the field.
How do you become a team physician?
Start by completing medical school and a residency in a relevant specialty such as family medicine, orthopedics, or internal medicine. From there, pursue a sports medicine fellowship to build hands-on athletic care experience. Obtaining a Certificate of Added Qualification in sports medicine and volunteering with athletic programs at any level builds the clinical reputation and network that leads to paid team roles.
How do you get hired as a team physician with little experience?
Start by offering coverage for high school or club sports teams, often on a voluntary or stipend basis, to build documented sideline experience. Connecting with athletic trainers is valuable because they frequently recommend physicians for open coverage roles. Presenting at sports medicine conferences and publishing case reports can also establish credibility when your clinical hours in an athletic setting are still limited.
What does the team physician interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a phone or video screen focused on your clinical background and availability for travel and irregular hours. A panel interview follows, often including athletic directors, head athletic trainers, and sometimes coaching staff, covering both clinical competency and your ability to communicate across a multidisciplinary team. Some organizations ask candidates to complete a practical scenario exercise or shadow an existing team physician before a final offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to team physician jobs?
You can find and apply to team physician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred setting, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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