Physical Therapist, Toronto Raptors

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** We know that great candidates come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Even if you do not meet every qualification listed we encourage you to apply. Your unique perspective transferable skills and lived experience may be exactly what were looking for. **

Job Description

Position Overview
The Toronto Raptors Basketball club are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Physiotherapist to support both the NBA team and its G League affiliate. This dual-role position is integral to optimizing player health performance and recovery. The successful candidate must be a team player and will be part of a multi-disciplinary medical and performance team that is highly collaborative both internally and with coaches and front office.

Key Responsibilities
Player Care & Treatment
Evaluate diagnose and treat musculoskeletal injuries for both NBA and G League athletes
Design and implement individualized rehabilitation programs tailored to each players needs
Provide manual therapy therapeutic exercise and advanced recovery modalities
Monitor player progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly
Develop and execute injury prevention strategies in collaboration with medical and performance team
Conduct movement assessments and biomechanical screenings
Assist with load management strategies and return-to-play protocols
In -season and off-season care of players

Collaboration & Communication
Work closely with health and performance team which includes: team physicians athletic trainers physiotherapists massage therapists strength and conditioning coaches dietician and sports science.
Maintain clear and consistent communication regarding player care within medical team
Document all treatments and maintain accurate medical records
G League Integration
Support the development of 2-way and assignment players
Ensure consistency in treatment philosophy and standards across both teams
Assist in transitioning players between G League and NBA levels seamlessly

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors Masters or Doctorate in physiotherapy from an accredited institution
Licensed (or eligible for licensure) in Ontario
Minimum 5 years of clinical experience
Strong expertise in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation
Experience with return-to-play protocols and performance integration
Valid Passport and able to cross the border

Preferred Qualifications
Acupuncture or Dry needling
CSCS or equivalent
FCAMPT or equivalent
RISPT or equivalent

Skills & Competencies
Exceptional clinical reasoning and hands-on treatment skills
Ability to thrive in a high-pressure team-oriented environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
High level of discretion and professionalism
Flexibility to travel and work irregular hours including evenings weekends and holidays

What We Offer
Opportunity to work within a world-class professional basketball organization
Collaborative high-performance medical and training environment
Exposure to elite athletes and cutting-edge sports science practices
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Continuing education support

Job Posting Compensation Range/Rate:

TBD