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Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Sports Physical Therapist to join our team, specifically working with elite high school basketball players. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in optimizing athlete performance, preventing injuries, and facilitating safe and effective return-to-play for our high-level athletes. This role requires a deep understanding of the unique demands of basketball, advanced rehabilitation techniques, and a commitment to utilizing evidence-based sport science principles.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Sports Physical Therapist to join our team, specifically working with elite high school basketball players. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in optimizing athlete performance, preventing injuries, and facilitating safe and effective return-to-play for our high-level athletes. This role requires a deep understanding of the unique demands of basketball, advanced rehabilitation techniques, and a commitment to utilizing evidence-based sport science principles.

Responsibilities

• Injury Prevention & Performance Optimization:
• Conduct comprehensive musculoskeletal screenings and biomechanical assessments to identify risk factors and areas for performance enhancement in elite high school basketball players.
• Develop and implement individualized injury prevention programs, including strength and conditioning, flexibility, plyometrics, and neuromuscular control exercises.
• Collaborate with coaches and strength and conditioning staff to integrate injury prevention strategies into daily training regimens.
• Acute & Chronic Injury Management:
• Ability to provide immediate assessment and management of acute basketball-related injuries on and off the court.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for a wide range of orthopedic and sports-related injuries, utilizing advanced manual therapy techniques, therapeutic exercise, modalities, and specialized equipment.
• Monitor athlete progress closely, adjusting treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Advanced Athletically Related Rehabilitation & Return to Play:
• Design and execute progressive, sport-specific rehabilitation programs that bridge the gap between traditional physical therapy and on-court performance.
• Implement rigorous, evidence-based return-to-play criteria and protocols, ensuring athletes are physically and psychologically prepared to safely resume full participation in basketball.
• Utilize objective measures and performance testing (e.g., jump testing, agility drills, plyometric progressions, sport-specific drills) to guide return-to-play decisions.
• Collaborate closely with coaches, athletic trainers, and physicians to ensure seamless communication and coordinated care throughout the rehabilitation and return-to-play process.
• Sport Science Integration:
• Incorporate principles of sports science, including biomechanics, physiology, and motor control, into all aspects of assessment, treatment, and performance enhancement.
• Utilize data-driven approaches to track athlete progress, analyze performance metrics, and inform rehabilitation strategies.
• Stay current with the latest research and advancements in sports physical therapy and sport science.
• Documentation & Communication:
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and communication.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with athletes, parents, coaches, physicians, and other members of the sports medicine team.
• Participate in team meetings and case conferences as required.
  

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program.
• Ability to apply and gain a Physical Therapy license in the state of Georgia.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience working directly with elite or high-level athletes, with a strong preference for experience with basketball players.
• Demonstrated expertise in sport science principles as applied to athletic performance and injury prevention/rehabilitation.
• Extensive experience in developing and implementing return-to-play criteria and protocols for high-performance athletes, particularly in dynamic, multi-directional sports like basketball.
• Advanced clinical skills in athletically related rehabilitation, including manual therapy, therapeutic exercise prescription, neuromuscular re-education, and functional training for sport-specific demands.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification.
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or other relevant certifications (e.g., SCS, OCS, ATC) highly preferred.
  
  

• Exceptional diagnostic and clinical reasoning skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with athletes, coaches, and parents.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized with excellent time management skills.
• Passionate about working with elite young athletes and committed to their holistic development.
• Adaptable and able to respond to evolving athlete needs and program demands.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

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