Major League Physical Therapist

This is a Full Time Job

The Chicago White Sox are hiring a Major League Physical Therapist. This position will require daily interaction with major league medical staff, field staff, strength & conditioning coaches, sports science staff, team Physicians, as well as other staff and front office members. Responsibilities include but not limited to, providing rehab care to injured athletes throughout the year including Spring Training, the Major League Season, and Off-Season in Glendale, AZ. This is a full-time position that does require relocation to the Phoenix area.

Responsibilities:
• Ensure consistent rehab standards and philosophy are maintained for the Chicago White Sox
• Accurately evaluate and diagnose baseball injuries and general medical conditions.
• Create and implement rehabilitation and return to play progressions (i.e., throwing, hitting, running) based on the players' injury and position within the philosophy of the Chicago White Sox
• Collaborate with the Strength and Conditioning, Sports Science, Physical Therapy, Nutrition, Mental Health, and Coaching Staff to implement rehabilitation plans and organizational initiatives.
• Communicate on prognosis and progression of athletes to Head Athletic Trainer/Medical Director
• Document all pertinent health information completely and accurately within the MLB EMR system in a timely manner.
• Assist in the supervision and mentorship of Minor League Physical Therapy Staff.
• Complete various administrative duties and reporting procedures

Expectations:
• Adhere to Chicago White Sox Organization policies and procedures.
• Function as a role model within and outside the Chicago White Sox Organization
• Demonstrate efficient time management skills and an ability to prioritize workload.
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism in high stress situations.
• Actively review and stay up to date with current research.

Qualifications:
• Doctorate in Physical Therapy; PT/ATC Dual Credential Preferred but not required.
• PT Licensure in the state of Arizona and Illinois or Eligible to meet requirements prior to hiring.
• CPR Certified
• 5 years experience in professional baseball.
• Prior experience in a coordinator/leadership role.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is preferred, but not required.

Work Environment

Position will work in an athletic training room, weight room, baseball complex, office, and stadium environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, and fax machines. The noise level is usually moderate but can be loud within the stadium environment. Work is medium in demand. Lifting one hundred pounds maximum with frequent lifting or carrying of objects. Medium strength is required to position athletes for examination and assisting them on and off the exam table. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Travel may be occasionally required to assist with physician appointments and rehab assignments.

Chicago White Sox is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.