Elite Soccer Physical Therapist – Return-to-Performance

Sportsmith; New Jersey, United States, Northern America, Americas; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gotham FC is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to provide elite rehabilitation and return-to-performance support for first-team players. The role integrates with the Human Performance model, evaluates injuries, designs individualized rehab plans, and supports field- and gym-based progression, with flexible hours including matchdays and travel.

The ideal candidate combines hands-on treatment with objective assessment, player education, and interdisciplinary decision-making in a

Qualifications

• Licensed physical therapist with musculoskeletal expertise.
• Experience in elite sports rehabilitation and return-to-performance planning.
• Strong hands-on treatment and objective assessment skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including matchdays and travel.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat musculoskeletal injuries within professional scope.
• Own rehabilitation programs to restore function and performance.
• Deliver manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and neuromuscular re-education.
• Collaborate with performance staff to build rehab plans.
• Provide daily status updates and readiness recommendations.
• Document rehabilitation activities and communicate with medical staff.
• Support injury risk reduction plans.
• Attend case reviews and rehab meetings.

Skills

Clinical rehabilitation

Manual therapy

Objective assessment

Communication

Program design

Return-to-play planning

Education

Physical Therapy license

Job description

Gotham FC is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to provide elite rehabilitation and return-to-performance support for first-team players. The role integrates with the Human Performance model, evaluates injuries, designs individualized rehab plans, and supports field- and gym-based progression, with flexible hours including matchdays and travel.

The ideal candidate combines hands-on treatment with objective assessment, player education, and interdisciplinary decision-making in a