MLB Physical Therapist - Travel with the Club

Washington Nationals; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan and pension

Complimentary game tickets

Free onsite fitness center

Job summary

The Washington Nationals seek a Major League Physical Therapist to provide clinical assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for players within the Major League club. This role collaborates with the Lead Athletic Trainer, physicians, and development teams to translate assessments into actionable plans.

The ideal candidate is proactive, collaborative, and skilled at building player trust, with strong communication and an understanding of how clinical care supports Major League performance.

Qualifications

• Degree in physical therapy and eligibility for licensure.
• Experience providing orthopedic care and rehabilitation in high-performance sport.
• Strong clinical assessment skills with ability to translate findings into interventions.
• Experience using objective testing to evaluate progress and treatment effectiveness.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical evaluations and provide individualized treatment for Major League players.
• Address movement, mobility, strength, and functional limitations affecting preparation or performance.
• Coordinate daily care with Lead Athletic Trainer and physicians.
• Collaborate with S&C and coaching staff to align treatment with baseball activities.
• Support return-to-performance progressions and coordinate with Rehab PT in West Palm Beach.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Contribute to ongoing staff education and improvement of practices.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Orthopedic rehab

Interpersonal communication

Collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

The Washington Nationals seek a Major League Physical Therapist to provide clinical assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for players within the Major League club. This role collaborates with the Lead Athletic Trainer, physicians, and development teams to translate assessments into actionable plans.

The ideal candidate is proactive, collaborative, and skilled at building player trust, with strong communication and an understanding of how clinical care supports Major League performance.