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Physician - Orthopedic Surgeon

Hickory, NC · On-site

Hiring Now for an Orthopedic Surgeon EmergeOrtho, the region's most comprehensive center for ... Qualified candidates will possess a strong orthopedic background and are trained to care for sports ...

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Physician - Orthopedic Surgeon

Wilson, NC · On-site

Hiring Now for an Orthopedic Surgeon EmergeOrtho, the region's most comprehensive center for ... Qualified candidates will possess a strong orthopedic background and are trained to care for sports ...

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Athletic Trainer Certified

Raleigh, NC

As part of the EmergeOrtho-Triangle Region Sports Medicine Team, the Outreach Athletic Trainer provides professional patient care, under physician supervision, to local high schools, community ...

EmergeOrtho

Physician - Orthopedic Surgeon

Hickory, NC · On-site

Hiring Now for an Orthopedic Surgeon EmergeOrtho, the region's most comprehensive center for ... Qualified candidates will possess a strong orthopedic background and are trained to care for sports ...

EmergeOrtho

Physician - Orthopedic Surgeon

Wilson, NC · On-site

Hiring Now for an Orthopedic Surgeon EmergeOrtho, the region's most comprehensive center for ... Qualified candidates will possess a strong orthopedic background and are trained to care for sports ...

EmergeOrtho

Athletic Trainer Certified

Raleigh, NC · On-site

As part of the EmergeOrtho-Triangle Region Sports Medicine Team, the Outreach Athletic Trainer provides professional patient care, under physician supervision, to local high schools, community ...

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Athletic Trainer Certified

Clayton, NC · On-site

As part of the EmergeOrtho-Triangle Region Sports Medicine Team, the Outreach Athletic Trainer provides professional patient care, under physician supervision, to local high schools and other ...

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Athletic Trainer Certified

Clayton, NC · On-site

As part of the EmergeOrtho-Triangle Region Sports Medicine Team, the Outreach Athletic Trainer provides professional patient care, under physician supervision, to local high schools and other ...

EmergeOrtho

Athletic Trainer Certified

Clayton, NC · On-site

Description As part of the EmergeOrtho-Triangle Region Sports Medicine Team, the Outreach Athletic Trainer provides professional patient care, under physician supervision, to local high schools and ...

EmergeOrtho

Athletic Trainer Certified

Clayton, NC · On-site

Description As part of the EmergeOrtho-Triangle Region Sports Medicine Team, the Outreach Athletic Trainer provides professional patient care, under physician supervision, to local high schools and ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Sports Coach, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sports Coach, you need in-depth knowledge of the sport, coaching techniques, and often a relevant degree or coaching certification. Familiarity with video analysis software, injury prevention systems, and performance tracking tools is typically required. Leadership, motivational ability, and effective communication are vital soft skills for inspiring athletes and fostering teamwork. These skills ensure coaches can develop talent, enhance performance, and maintain a positive team environment.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in the sports industry?

Professionals in the sports industry often encounter challenges such as managing high-pressure situations, adapting to rapidly changing schedules, and balancing teamwork with individual responsibilities. They may need to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, especially during peak seasons or major events. Additionally, collaborating effectively with coaches, athletes, and other departments is crucial for achieving common goals and ensuring smooth operations. Overcoming these challenges requires strong communication skills, flexibility, and a genuine passion for sports.

What are sports jobs?

Sports jobs refer to a wide range of careers that are related to the world of athletics, physical fitness, and sporting events. These can include roles such as athletes, coaches, referees, sports journalists, athletic trainers, and front-office staff for teams and organizations. Sports jobs may involve direct participation in games, support roles for teams and players, or administrative positions in leagues and associations. Many sports jobs require specialized knowledge or physical ability, while others focus on management, media, or business aspects of the industry.

Do workers at EmergeOrtho get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
58% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Does EmergeOrtho pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
38% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

At EmergeOrtho, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
94% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and April 2026.

Is the health insurance from EmergeOrtho affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
86% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get paid time off at EmergeOrtho?

Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and April 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 36% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 43% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 21% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and January 2026.

Do workers at EmergeOrtho worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
85% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do EmergeOrtho workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
61% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.

How easy is it for EmergeOrtho workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
38% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at EmergeOrtho?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
74% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do EmergeOrtho managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
76% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do workers at EmergeOrtho do extra work that they don't get paid for?

Sometimes. Some people do unpaid extra work.
36% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at EmergeOrtho?

Some people find it hard to take sick days.
34% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Is working at EmergeOrtho good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
79% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Do people at EmergeOrtho feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
75% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at EmergeOrtho get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
67% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Is it stressful to work at EmergeOrtho?

Most people feel stressed out here.
78% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at EmergeOrtho enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
73% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at EmergeOrtho recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
47% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at EmergeOrtho?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
40% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people get support to advance at EmergeOrtho?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 64% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people think EmergeOrtho’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
82% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how EmergeOrtho is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
65% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
What are the most popular jobs at Emergeortho?
What are the most popular categories at Emergeortho?
Infographic showing various Sports job openings at Emergeortho in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, and 7% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution.
Orthopedic Physician Assistant (Sports Medicine)

Orthopedic Physician Assistant (Sports Medicine)

EmergeOrtho

Sherrills Ford, NC • On-site

$88.90K - $120.40K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

EmergeOrtho rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 38 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

594th of 864 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Description
Join EmergeOrtho as an Orthopedic Advanced Practice Provider (APP) - Lake Norman / Hickory, NC
Join a Growing, High-Volume Sports Medicine Practice with Strong Mentorship
EmergeOrtho is committed to being the trusted leader in innovative, quality-focused comprehensive musculoskeletal care. With offices across North Carolina, the Foothills region is seeking an Advance Practice Provider to join their team in the greater Lake Norman and Hickory region, working in our Sherrills Ford, Hickory, Newton and surrounding offices. The Physician Assistant or NP role is trained and licensed to assist the supervising physician by performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, collecting and organizing historical and physical data, and exercising a degree of independent judgment in determining appropriate treatments and dispositions. The PA/NP is responsible for written documentation of all clinical interactions in the patient's chart.
Why Join EmergeOrtho?
  • Hiring Immediately - Start your new career without delay
  • Excellent Benefits - Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and more
  • Great Team - Join a collaborative, supportive group that values your contributions
  • Opportunity to serve as an operating room first assist
  • Direct 1 on 1 mentorship with supervising physician
  • Balanced role: OR + clinic + hospital + community engagement

Why This Role Stands Out?
  • Opportunity to serve as an operating room first assist
  • Direct 1 on 1 mentorship with supervising physician
  • Balanced role: OR + clinic + hospital + community engagement
  • Progressive path towards clinical autonomy with consistent physician collaboration
  • Fast growing practice in an area of targeted growth
  • Desirable location near Lake Norman with access to both suburban and regional healthcare settings

Who Should Apply?
If you're a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider who thrives in a fast-paced orthopedic setting, values collaboration, and is passionate about guiding patients through their surgical journey, we want to hear from you! Be part of something bigger - apply today and help shape the future of orthopedic care!
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
  • Graduate of an accredited PA or NP program
  • New graduates are encouraged to apply
  • Prior orthopedic or surgical experience is a plus, but not required
  • Physician Assistant license required
  • Medical training from an approved program
  • At least two years of experience as a Physician Assistant
  • Good knowledge of medical office software such as but not limited to Microsoft Word, Outlook, and medical practice software
  • Familiarity with EMR programs
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent documentation skills

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following
  • Patient evaluation by performing appropriate history and physical exams
  • Ordering laboratory, radiological and special studies
  • Performing diagnostic procedures such as, but not limited to, physical examination, phlebotomy, catheterization, joint injections and aspirations and administering of vaccines
  • Performing therapeutic procedures such as, but not limited to, suturing of wounds, foreign body removal, I&D of abscesses, reduction of fractures and dislocations, splinting, casting, and injections
  • Assisting the surgeon in the OR as designated
  • Reading and interpreting imaging studies and laboratory reports
  • Initiation of life-saving measures as needed
  • Diagnosing and treating minor illnesses of employees of EmergeOrtho, P.A.
  • Telephone contact with patients as appropriate.

Schedule and Call
  • 3-4 days per week
  • 1-2 operating rooms days per week
  • Participation in call responsibilities in collaboration with the on-call surgeon

Other
  • Involvement in QI and research programs.
  • Attendance at educational and department meetings.
  • Intermittent OR, UC, and other clinic coverage required.
  • Participate in community outreach and local sports coverage opportunities.

From the mountains to the coast, EmergeOrtho is North Carolina's premier provider, recognized for offering world-class, comprehensive, and compassionate care serving patients with 67 locations in 28 counties. As the largest physician-owned orthopedic practice in the state and the 2nd in the country, EmergeOrtho's medical team includes upwards of 190 highly trained orthopedic specialists and nearly as many advanced practice providers. Our subspecialty orthopedic teams offer advanced expertise in conditions of the bones, muscles, and joints. Providing multiple locations, extensive orthopedic services including therapy, and focusing on continuity of care are among the top priorities of EmergeOrtho. Please visit https://emergeortho.com/careers/ for additional information or to apply directly.
EmergeOrtho, P.A. complies with applicable civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, including but not limited to, lactation, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other class protected by the state or local law.
We are committed to the core values of Quality, Innovation, Compassion, Community, Education, Integrity, Teamwork, Diversity, and Inclusion. https://emergeortho.com/non-discrimination-notice/
Benefits:
  • 401(k) Retirement plan
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Holiday Pay
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Pet Insurance
  • Milestone Bonus Program
  • For more information: https://emergeortho.com/jobs-in-healthcare/our-benefits/

Note: Available benefits based on hours worked per week.

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Our Mission Drives Us EmergeOrtho is committed to being the trusted leader in innovative, quality-focused, comprehensive musculoskeletal care. This foundational focus motivates us daily. Our Culture Balances Us Many employers talk about work/life balance. We put it into action. The retention rate of our staff is excellent, speaking volumes about employee satisfaction. Not only do our providers find it professionally stimulating to stay up to date on surgical techniques, nonsurgical treatments, and state-of-the-art equipment—they express overwhelming contentment with the lifestyle they enjoy in their nonworking hours. See how we make working here meaningful and fun.

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Durham, NC, US

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