Job Description

The Physical Therapist/Athletic Trainer (PT, ATC or PT, SCS) provides evidence-based rehabilitation services while supporting injury prevention, athletic performance, and sports medicine coverage for local schools, community athletic programs, and sports organizations. This role combines outpatient orthopedic physical therapy with athletic training services, creating a seamless continuum of care from injury prevention through return-to-sport.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education

Required

· Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree

· Current state Physical Therapy license.

· Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) credential through BOC or SCS certification

· Current CPR/BLS certification.

Preferred

· Sports Certified Specialist (SCS) certification.

· Dry needling certification (if permitted by state regulations).

Minimum Work Experience

· Strong orthopedic and sports medicine clinical skills, required

· Experience working with middle school, high school, or collegiate athletics, preferred

· Previous outreach or sports medicine program development experience, preferred

Work Schedule

· Full-time (40 hours/week).

· Typical clinic hours Monday–Friday.

· Some evening and weekend athletic event coverage required.

FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS

Physical Requirements

Sitting - 1-15%

Walking - 16-31%

Standing - 16-31%

Bending/Squatting - 16-31%

Climbing/Kneeling - 1-15%

Twisting - 16-31%

OSHA Category

High potential for direct body fluid exposure

Visual and Hearing Requirements

Must be able to hear clearly with assistance.

Must be able to see with corrective eyewear.

Other Physical/Environmental Demands

· Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and assist patients throughout the workday.

· Ability to travel to athletic events and school sites.

· Ability to respond to emergencies in athletic settings.

LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES

Supports the hospital Mission, Service and Values.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Physical Therapy Services 50%

· Evaluate and treat patients with orthopedic, sports-related, post-surgical, and musculoskeletal conditions.

· Develop individualized treatment plans and establish measurable goals.

· Perform evidence-based therapeutic interventions and manual therapy techniques.

· Complete accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.

· Collaborate with physicians, coaches, athletic trainers, and other healthcare professionals.

· Educate patients and families regarding injury prevention, home exercise programs, and wellness initiatives.

Athletic Training Services 50%

· Evaluate and treat patients with orthopedic, sports-related, post-surgical, and musculoskeletal conditions.

· Develop individualized plans of care utilizing evidence-based treatment approaches.

· Perform advanced sports rehabilitation, return-to-sport testing, movement analysis, and performance assessments.

· Utilize manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, and sports-specific interventions.

· Complete timely and accurate documentation within the electronic medical record.

· Collaborate with physicians, coaches, athletic trainers, strength coaches, and healthcare professionals.

· Educate athletes, patients, and families regarding injury prevention, wellness, and performance enhancement strategies.

· Develop and implement return-to-play and return-to-performance protocols.

Program Development

· Build relationships with local schools, coaches, physicians, and community organizations.

· Participate in outreach events, sports medicine education programs, and community wellness initiatives.

· Support growth of sports medicine and orthopedic rehabilitation services.

· Assist with marketing and community engagement activities.