Indiana Fever Senior Director of Player Health & Performance

Indiana Pacers•Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The Senior Director of Player Health & Performance will oversee the health medical and athletic performance department for the Indiana Fever They are responsible for providing professional athletic training and physical therapy care for Fever players and staff ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Oversee the medical and athletic performance department for the Indiana Fever including the full time sports performance coach athletic trainers & physical therapists massage therapists nutritionist chiropractor and internsProvide clinical care based on the clinical evidence paradigm to the players including but not limited to initial examination diagnosis evaluation treatment monitoring and prevention of injuriesAssist in the planning and execution of pre season in season post season and off season screening testing and examinationResponsible for identifying individual clinical treatment and rehabilitation strategies goals prognosis and timelines based on the best clinical evidenceSupervise and coordinate with the performance coach regarding the year round strength and fitness needs of the Fever players and allow for greater continuity of care with the sports medicine area and the coaching staffServe as the direct point of contact for all team physicians surgeons nutritionist sports psychologist massage therapists etc and communicate with player agents as neededCoordinate scheduling of sports medicine and basketball related activities during in season and off season workouts practices and games in conjunction with coaching staff including physicals and testingWork closely with the team nutrition manager for daily player nutritionAssist with pre draft and free agent player evaluationsOrder stock and pack medical suppliesMaintain cleanliness of training area evaluation room and basketball courtsLead in the facilitation of the day to day operations of the sports medicine departmentMaintain state licensure and certification as a physical therapist and athletic trainerComply with all WNBA standards and protocolsAdhere to all team and WNBA standards for clinical documentationMaintain WNBA and HIPAA standards for confidentiality regarding all matters pertaining to the players and the organizationMust have the ability to work a flexible schedule that will include nights weekends travel to away games and potentially holidaysOther duties as assigned QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill andor ability required It is required to pursue further clinical and education pertinent to foster growth within the position Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions EDUCATION andor EXPERIENCE Bachelors degree and Doctor of Physical Therapy DPT degree required5 years of experience as a certified athletic trainer head or assistant in a professional or NCAA Division 1 basketball setting including work with female athletes required 10 years of experience is preferred Must be qualified to obtain both an athletic trainer and physical therapist license in the state of IndianaMust be an NATA certified athletic trainerMust have a valid drivers licenseMust maintain annual or biannual CPRAED training as required by the state of Indiana WNBA and NATA LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read analyze and interpret instructions and reports Ability to write reports and correspondence Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from manager clients customers and the general public COMPUTER SKILLS Employee should have knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word and Excel and general data entry Ability to learn new systems and adapt new technology MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Knowledge to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as making change analyzing costs figuring statistics and making area and liquid measurements REASONING ABILITY Ability to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions Ability to interpret directions and technical diagrams Ability to interpret directions PROBLEM SOLVING REQUIREMENTS Employee must make independent decisions and exercise discretion and independent judgment PHYSICAL and ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to SitStandWalkReachLiftStoopcrouchUse computerSpeak hear and write WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Must be able to work a flexible schedule which could include evenings weekends and possibly holidaysThe noise level in the office work environment is usually moderateThe noise level in the Fieldhousegame environment is usually loudThe stress level may become high during certain times of the year 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 status gender identity marital status protected veteran status or any other protected class At Pacers Sports & Entertainment PS&E we are dedicated to delivering best in class sports and entertainment experiences while making a positive impact on our community As the home of the Indiana Pacers Indiana Fever Noblesville Boom Pacers Foundation and Gainbridge Fieldhouse we strive to exemplify our core values of Respect Teamwork Trust Passion and Excellence in everything we do Our mission is to create memorable moments for our fans and foster a culture of inclusivity and excellence both on and off the court Our purpose is Winning Serving and Entertaining

Requirements

Bachelors degree and Doctor of Physical Therapy DPT degree required
5 years of experience as a certified athletic trainer head or assistant in a professional or NCAA Division 1 basketball setting including work with female athletes required 10 years of experience is preferred
Must be qualified to obtain both an athletic trainer and physical therapist license in the state of Indiana
Must be an NATA certified athletic trainer
Must have a valid drivers license
Must maintain annual or biannual CPRAED training as required by the state of Indiana WNBA and NATA
Ability to read analyze and interpret instructions and reports
Ability to write reports and correspondence
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from manager clients customers and the general public
Employee should have knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word and Excel and general data entry
Ability to learn new systems and adapt new technology
Knowledge to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as making change analyzing costs figuring statistics and making area and liquid measurements
Ability to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Ability to interpret directions and technical diagrams
Ability to interpret directions
Employee must make independent decisions and exercise discretion and independent judgment
Sit
Stand
Walk
Reach
Lift
Stoop/crouch
Use computer
Speak
Hear
Write
Must be able to work a flexible schedule which could include evenings weekends and possibly holidays

Nice To Haves

10 years of experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee the medical and athletic performance department for the Indiana Fever including the full time sports performance coach athletic trainers & physical therapists massage therapists nutritionist chiropractor and interns
Provide clinical care based on the clinical evidence paradigm to the players including but not limited to initial examination diagnosis evaluation treatment monitoring and prevention of injuries
Assist in the planning and execution of pre season in season post season and off season screening testing and examination
Responsible for identifying individual clinical treatment and rehabilitation strategies goals prognosis and timelines based on the best clinical evidence
Supervise and coordinate with the performance coach regarding the year round strength and fitness needs of the Fever players and allow for greater continuity of care with the sports medicine area and the coaching staff
Serve as the direct point of contact for all team physicians surgeons nutritionist sports psychologist massage therapists etc and communicate with player agents as needed
Coordinate scheduling of sports medicine and basketball related activities during in season and off season workouts practices and games in conjunction with coaching staff including physicals and testing
Work closely with the team nutrition manager for daily player nutrition
Assist with pre draft and free agent player evaluations
Order stock and pack medical supplies
Maintain cleanliness of training area evaluation room and basketball courts
Lead in the facilitation of the day to day operations of the sports medicine department
Maintain state licensure and certification as a physical therapist and athletic trainer
Comply with all WNBA standards and protocols
Adhere to all team and WNBA standards for clinical documentation
Maintain WNBA and HIPAA standards for confidentiality regarding all matters pertaining to the players and the organization
Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule that will include nights weekends travel to away games and potentially holidays
Other duties as assigned