Minor League Rehab Coordinator
About The Position
The Houston Astros are seeking an individual to serve as MiLB Rehab Coordinator within the Player Care and Performance (PC&P) department. This position will require daily interaction with field staff, team physicians, the Minor League Medical Coordinator, the Major League Athletic Training staff, PC&P colleagues, as well as other staff and front office members in addition to the daily player care responsibilities. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, Spring Training in West Palm Beach, Florida, as well as providing rehab care to injured athletes throughout the year. The individual would be required to relocate to West Palm Beach, Florida, and would be expected to continue appropriate player care throughout the offseason.
Requirements
- Licensed Physical Therapist (PT)
- Min. 1 year of baseball experience
- 2+ years of experience in professional or collegiate sports medicine setting
- Willing to relocate to West Palm Beach, FL
Nice To Haves
- Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)
- Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Responsibilities
- Ensure that consistent rehab standards and philosophy are maintained for the Houston Astros Player Care & Performance Team (PC&P Staff) across the Minor League
- Collaborate with organization’s athletic trainers, team physicians, strength and conditioning coaches, mental health & performance coaches, performance scientists, dieticians, front office, and player development staff to care for athletes and implement organizational programs
- Assist with injury prevention, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation of non-40-Man Players
- Communicate injury and rehab updates to key stakeholders
- Help manage post-injury care for players, including designing rehab programs, providing treatments, coordinating rehab assignments, and communicating with athletic trainers and physical therapists regarding athlete care
- Assist with continued development of Houston Astros rehab philosophies and implementation across the organization
- Assist with continued development of Houston Astros PC&P Staff Continuing Education Program for ATC’s, PT’s, and S&C.
- Thorough documentation of all injuries/illnesses including daily notes, physician notes, and other required documentation and reporting.
- Occasional game and work out coverage including pre/post treatments and field set up
- Administrative duties including: Ordering Daily Training Room Supplies, Assisting with Capital Equipment Planning/Ordering, Daily training room cleaning duties, Hydrotherapy Room Maintenance
- Will require relocation to West Palm Beach, FL
- Occasional travel will include the following but not limited to: Minor League Rehab Assignments, Out of State Medical Appointments/Surgery, Off Season Travel for Player Check Ups
- Assist with the continued development of Houston Astros PT & ATC internship program
- Collaborate with Athletic Training, S&C, and Performance Science staff to create objective measures for rehab and utilize these measures in progressing athlete care
- Assist with player acquisition risk assessments in conjunction with the PC&P staff
- Ability to demonstrate professionalism in high-stress situations.
- Provide mentorship to MiLB Physical Therapists, Athletic Trainers, S&C Coaches, and other rehab staff
- Conduct performance reviews with MiLB Physical Therapists
- Assist with planning, tracking/managing, and reviewing annual Medical operations and capital budgets
- Adhere to the organization’s policies and procedures as outlined in the Astros Handbook, PC&P Handbook, and Medical Department Handbook
- Other duties assigned by the Director of Player Care & Performance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
