Superstar Sports Physical Therapist (Full-Time)

Are you a physical therapist and runner who would love to help runners and other active individuals stay healthy as they work towards their ambitious goals?

If so, then we are your dream opportunity.

FLASH Momentum in West Chester, PA, began as a clinic catering to the injuries of runners and other active individuals but has quickly evolved into much more. Our multiple projects and initiatives will ultimately change running itself and the active lifestyles of many - we are a company that is focused on helping individuals in our community and beyond move quickly towards their goals.

What We’re Looking For:

• A licensed Physical Therapist with experience working in the fields of orthopedics and/or sports physical therapy;
• Direct Access Certified in PA or willing to become Direct Access Certified in PA;
• Minimum 5 years experience;
• A running background and a love for running and other sports;
• Experience working with tennis, platform tennis (paddle), pickleball, and/or golf players is preferred;
• An outgoing, persuasive, and personable individual who thrives in a team-oriented environment;
• Some evening availability necessary;
• Someone who embraces flexibility and can adapt to the dynamic needs of our growing practice.

This role involves helping accelerate the injury (and workout) recovery of runners and other active individuals while teaching them how to prevent future injuries. It requires a combination of technical expertise, communication skills, and motivational strategies to provide effective care and achieve the best results for patients and clients.

As a full-time Sports Physical Therapist, you will:

• Provide personalized treatment plans to patients and clients across a variety of needs, from injury recovery to ongoing wellness.
• Work in a collaborative and supportive environment that values your expertise and creativity.
• Engage directly with a diverse range of patients/clients, building trust and providing exceptional care.
• Use innovative techniques to deliver effective and cutting-edge therapies.

The specific tasks include :

• Dry Needling

Performing dry needling techniques to alleviate pain and improve movement patterns.

• Manual Therapy Techniques

Providing manual therapy techniques to reduce pain and improve movement patterns.

• Exercise Prescription and Supervision

Designing and implementing customized exercise programs tailored to the patient’s needs and progress.

Monitoring patients’ technique to ensure exercises are performed safely and effectively.

• Sports Biomechanical Analysis

Conducting gait analyses of runners to determine any contributing factors to injury, make appropriate

footwear recommendations, and/or to further improve running biomechanics

Discuss the influence of biomechanics with patients and clients as it relates to their particular

sport/activity and work in collaboration with any coaches

• Communication with Patients/Clients and any Coaches or Parents

E-mailing or texting with patients in between sessions as needed to optimize their recovery and/or boost

their progress towards their goals

Ensuring that all involved parties (coaches, parents, etc.) are informed and on the same page throughout

the recovery process

• Patient/Client Relationship Building

Maintaining current and helping build new patient relationships

• Return-to-Activity Testing and Specific Activity Training Design

Testing patient readiness for returning to desired activity

Designing personalized return-to-activity regimens that help patients achieve their specific event goals

Developing strength training and/or specific activity training programs for clients

Why Join FLASH?

• Full-time position available immediately;
• Excellent benefits: PTO, simple IRA with up to 3% match, continuing ed allowance, and monthly health allowance that can be used towards individual plan premiums or health care expenses;
• Dedicated full hour of one-on-one care to each patient/client - no rushing between patients;
• Cash-based practice: No constant stress of battling insurance companies;
• Work with highly motivated and driven individuals;
• The opportunity to work with a passionate team dedicated to improving lives;
• A chance to make a real impact in a growing practice.

If you’re interested in applying for this position,

• Please send us an email to [email protected]
• Use the subject line: I’m interested in joining your team as a Superstar Sports Physical Therapist
• Within the email body, please write a few sentences about why you feel you are a great fit for this position;
• Tell me about your running and sports background;
• Give me a brief description of your experience with dry needling;
• No cover letter required
• Attach your Resume as a Word or PDF document

I look forward to hearing from you.