About Orlando City and Orlando Pride:

With two major professional teams, Orlando City and Orlando Pride, the Orlando City Soccer Club (OCSC) has established itself as one of the preeminent Clubs in professional soccer.

Orlando City joined Major League Soccer (MLS) as the league's 21st franchise in November 2013, becoming the first MLS team in the Southeast. The Lions began league play in March 2015. In 2019, Orlando City re-launched Orlando City B (OCB) to bridge the gap between its successful youth development academy and the First Team.

The Orlando Pride, OCSC’s National Women’s Soccer League franchise, began play in 2016 – bringing professional women’s soccer to Orlando for the first time.

Orlando City and Orlando Pride play at Inter & CO Stadium, a 25,500-seat soccer-specific stadium built in 2017 and located in the heart of Downtown Orlando.

With a footprint across the central Florida region and a roster comprised of international and home-grown talent, Orlando City and Orlando Pride boasts global relevance through its assemblage of world-class athletes.

Job Title: Head of Rehabilitation

Department: Soccer Operations

Reports to: Director of Medical and Performance

FLSA: Full-Time, Salaried, Exempt

WHAT SETS YOU APART

The Head of Rehabilitation will be primarily responsible for the rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions of the Players. They will coordinate evaluations, rehabilitation protocols, plan of care, communication with relevant stakeholders, maintain progress notes, and discharge notes on all Players as indicated. These notes must be kept on file in the NWSL Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system. This role will report into the Director of Medical & Performance and collaborates closely with the club’s Chief Medical Officer, Assistant Athletic Trainer, Physical Therapists, Head of Sports Science, Head Coach and Vice President of Soccer Operations / Sporting Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Work in close collaboration with the Chief Medical Officer, team physicians, the Director of Medical & Performance and all other medical and performance staff members to design, plan, and implement a health, performance, and wellness strategy. Responsibilities of the Head of Rehabilitation are to:

Lead delivery of rehabilitation process for all short to long term injuries;
Lead development and enhance the provision of evidence informed return to play phases aligned with current club processes;
Lead multidisciplinary meetings to update player status, roundtable player needs with core staff and determine next phases at regular and timely intervals;
Review delivery of programming at regular intervals to evaluate impact and effectiveness.
Manage any offsite or specialist care included/required in the RTP Process;
Systematically evaluate player progression through relevant and applicable performance testing, using contemporary technologies;
Lead sharing of quality and relevant soccer research to high performance staff at periodic intervals – (i.e. In-service);
Assist with the delivery of gym-based strength and conditioning as needed;
Provide on-site medical coverage for non-travel training;
Create holistic plans that include monitoring any changes in mental, psychological, nutrition status, and physical health of the Players during their rehabilitation and discuss with/refer to appropriate Team Staff as indicated;
Oversee and supervise Medical Partner Physical Therapy Associate(s);
Provide up-to-date physical therapy evaluation, plan of care, progress notes, and discharge notes maintained in the National Women’s Soccer League’s (NWSL) EMR system;
Demonstrate interpersonal skills required to work effectively with other High Performance Team members, Players, Coaches, other Team personnel and NWSL staff;
Maintain professional liability insurance;
Compile reports as required by the NWSL;
Comply with all NWSL medical policies and protocols;
Abide by all local, state, and federal laws and regulations specific to their profession, codes, and standards of their governing bodies, and all applicable NWSL Rules and Team policies (e.g., informed consent, medication management, etc.);
Attend all activities/meetings/programs as required by the NWSL; and
Perform other duties as assigned or required by the Club or NWSL.

QUALIFICATIONS

It’s never just a job at Orlando City SC/Orlando Pride. It’s a way of life. We live and breathe soccer and entertainment. We believe each role is as unique as the person who does it. To join our team, you will also possess these qualifications, licenses, and certifications:

Successful completion of National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE)
State license in Florida or ability to be licensed in a timely manner
In good standing with Florida or current state licensure board
CPR certification in Basic Life Support
Board certified as a Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS) (preferred)
Additional recommended certifications:
- Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)
- BOC Certified Athletic Trainer
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
- Corrective Exercise Specialization (NASM-CES) and/or Performance Enhancement Specialization (NASM-PES).
Four (4) Year College/University Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s Degree (MPT) or Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (DPT)
Minimum of four (4) years’ experience as physical therapist since receiving licensure
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a similar role in a team sports environment leading return-to-play (RTP) for elite-level athletes (i.e. professional and/or Olympic)
Soccer experience preferred

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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