MLB Return-to-Play Performance Rehab Coach

Sportsmith

Lakeland (FL)

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

35 hours ago

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Job summary

Sportsmith is seeking a Lead Rehab Strength & Conditioning Coach to guide the transition from clinical rehabilitation to performance training for injured players at the major league level. You will design progressive loading, bridging therapeutic exercise and conditioning, and develop baseball-specific rehab plans for rehab and return-to-play.

Collaborating with PT/ Rehab Coordinator and Health & Performance staff, you will set objective exit benchmarks, use sports science data to guide

Responsibilities

Lead the transition from clinical rehabilitation to performance training for injured MLB players.
Develop progressive loading protocols bridging therapeutic exercises and strength/conditioning.
Design baseball-specific conditioning for rehab and return-to-play.
Establish exit benchmarks at each rehab stage with PT & Rehab Coordinator.
Use performance metrics and sports science data to guide progressions.
Collaborate with Mental Health & Performance staff during recovery.
Coordinate with PT & Rehab Coordinator to reflect players' clinical status.
Provide regular rehab progress updates and anticipated return timelines to stakeholders.
Standardize rehab protocols across MLB and MiLB affiliates.
Stay current with rehab science and sports tech; adopt new techniques.
Document rehab decisions in organizational data systems.
Travel with the Major League club or affiliates as needed.