Greenwich Sports Medicine is a high end chiropractic sports medicine facility looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Physical Therapist to join our team. We are seeking a highly motivated candidate who is skilled in rehabilitative care and corrective exercise with special attention to athlete care. Our state-of-the-art facility is located in Greenwich CT. We provide on-site care to many New York Professional Sports Teams and Division-1 collegiate athletes. We pride ourselves on our “no ego” team mindset. Our comprehensive team of doctors, therapists, and chiropractors has helped everyone from Olympians and Pro-Athletes to Moms and Movie Stars heal their injuries, perform their best, and keep doing what they love to do.
We are in search of a highly engaged professional that desires working in an office environment as well as an athletic setting. The desired candidate must possess skills of high-level soft tissue care, such as ART [Active Release Technique] coupled with skilled movement and rehabilitation/exercise capabilities. Must have knowledge of anatomy and physiology. As a Physical Therapist, you will be responsible for creating programs to take patients from an injured state to strength and conditioning . We are looking for someone who is interested in establishing themselves in the practice long-term.
If you have a go-getter personality and truly love working with and helping athletes, this is the job for you!
Physical Therapist Qualifications:
- Four-year degree in kinesiology, sports medicine or other related field
- 3-5 years of Personal Training/Corrective Exercise experience
- Certified Personal Trainer: ACE, ACSM, CSCS, NASM, NFPT, NSCA (Minimum of One Certification)
This is a full time position - including rotating Saturdays.
Job Duties:
- Perform comprehensive biomechanical and movement assessments to identify dysfunctions contributing to pain or decreased performance.
- Design individualized rehabilitation protocols based on each patient's injury, diagnosis, functional limitations, and goals.
- Restore restricted joint mobility through manual therapy techniques and targeted mobility interventions.
- Develop progressive exercise programs to improve strength, stability, flexibility, balance, and functional movement.
- Educate patients on proper exercise technique, stretching, posture, and body mechanics to encourage long-term independence and injury prevention.
- Instruct patients in home exercise programs and self-care strategies to maximize recovery between visits.
- Perform computerized gait and movement analysis using the Noraxon motion analysis system.
- Conduct objective performance testing using force plates to evaluate balance, power, asymmetries, and return-to-sport readiness.
- Administer extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) when clinically indicated to promote tissue healing and pain reduction.
- Apply and monitor Game Ready cryotherapy/compression treatments to assist with pain management, swelling reduction, and post-exercise recovery.
- Monitor patient progress through objective testing and regularly modify rehabilitation programs based on clinical findings.
- Assist patients in safely progressing from rehabilitation to higher-level strength, conditioning, and sports performance activities.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and treatment records.
- Communicate effectively with physicians and other healthcare providers regarding patient progress and treatment recommendations.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional treatment environment while ensuring all rehabilitation equipment is functioning properly.
- Help educate patients on injury prevention, ergonomics, and strategies for maintaining long-term musculoskeletal health.
- Provide motivation, coaching, and accountability to help patients remain consistent with their rehabilitation plans.
- Promote a positive, patient-centered environment focused on exceptional customer service and clinical excellence.
- Stay current with evidence-based rehabilitation techniques, sports medicine research, and advancements in performance technology.
- Collaborate with the clinical team to deliver comprehensive, individualized patient care.
Additional requirements:
- Warm outgoing personality
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Caring and empathetic
- Ability to work closely with others and to complete tasks as a member of a team
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexible schedule to cover shifts
- Driver's License [We are not located near any public transportation]
*Salary is based off experience, credentials and skillset.
Corrective Exercise Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Greenwich Sports Medicine provided the following inclusive hiring information:
We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Sports Medicine
Education:
Experience:
- Personal training: 3 years (Preferred)
- Corrective Exercise: 3 years (Preferred)
- Rehab: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
