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Spine Surgeon Opportunity – Huntsville, AL
Join an outstanding orthopaedic team with SportsMED Orthopaedic Specialists.
Position Overview
SportsMED is actively seeking a Board-Eligible/Board-Certified Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon to join our thriving team in Huntsville, Alabama. This unique position offers the ideal candidate the opportunity to collaborate within a leading healthcare environment, ensuring a balanced workload and rewarding experience while building a successful practice.
About SportsMED
Founded in 1995, SportsMED has evolved into one of Alabama’s largest and most diverse orthopaedic and spine care centers, embodying our commitment to orthopaedic excellence.
Growth and Success
Huntsville offers an exceptional opportunity for surgeons seeking a thriving practice environment without sacrificing quality of life.
Join an outstanding orthopaedic team with SportsMED Orthopaedic Specialists.
Position Overview
SportsMED is actively seeking a Board-Eligible/Board-Certified Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon to join our thriving team in Huntsville, Alabama. This unique position offers the ideal candidate the opportunity to collaborate within a leading healthcare environment, ensuring a balanced workload and rewarding experience while building a successful practice.
About SportsMED
Founded in 1995, SportsMED has evolved into one of Alabama’s largest and most diverse orthopaedic and spine care centers, embodying our commitment to orthopaedic excellence.
- Team includes 25 physicians and 24 advanced practice providers, including 4 fellowship-trained spine surgeons.
- Integrated on-site services for streamlined care:
- MRI
- Physical & Occupational Therapy
- DME
- Orthotics & Prosthetics
- Urgent Care & Injection Therapy
- Utilizes ModMed EMR system for efficient documentation.
- New, state-of-the-art Ambulatory Surgery Center opening in early 2027, staffed with experienced spine personnel.
- Clinical Focus: Primarily degenerative spine cases, with a typical surgical case mix of 60% lumbar / 40% cervical.
- Schedule: Balanced workload with 2.5 clinic days and 2.5 OR days per week.
- Call: Spine call is shared among the spine surgeons for a single hospital, described as “easily manageable.”
- Culture: Emphasis on a “stellar” work-life balance, supported by collaborative team dynamics and a robust referral base.
Growth and Success
- Sign-on bonus & relocation assistance
- Residency/Fellowship stipend available if in training
- High patient volume and immediate referrals
- Guaranteed base salary productivity bonus as an associate
- No buy-in required for partnership eligibility
- Additional income potential as a partner
- Clinical autonomy with strong peer support
- Orthopaedic-led network committed to your success
- BC/BE in Orthopaedic Surgery.
- Fellowship training or planned fellowship in Orthopaedic Spine.
- Strong communication skills and a patient-focused, collaborative approach.
- Eligible for or holding a valid Alabama medical license.
Huntsville offers an exceptional opportunity for surgeons seeking a thriving practice environment without sacrificing quality of life.
- Top-Ranked City to Live – Consistently named among the best places to live in the U.S. (U.S. News 2024–2025) thanks to its safety, affordability, and access to excellent schools
- Strong Regional Economy – A hub for innovation, Huntsville’s growing tech, aerospace, and medical sectors contribute to a stable, prosperous community
- Family-Friendly Lifestyle – Highly rated public schools, minimal traffic, and easy access to parks, museums, and family-centered activities
- Outdoor and Cultural Attractions – From hiking at Monte Sano State Park to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, art festivals, and performing arts venues, there’s something for every interest
- Vibrant Community Life – Enjoy a growing food and craft beer scene, live music, local sports, and a welcoming network of social and professional communities that make it easy to feel at home
- Smart Growth, Low Stress – Huntsville combines a low cost of living with a high standard of living, offering surgeons a chance to build a rewarding career with less burnout and more balance