Sports Medicine Jobs in the United States
Jobot
$80000 - $120000
Newnan, GA
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Carle Health
Champaign, IL
Updates knowledge of new ATC/medical practices and current literature appropriate to service and role to maintain currency of practice, expand knowledge and improve athlete care. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.
HCRC Staffing
Allentown, PA
Our extensive slate of office-based diagnostic, surgical and rehabilitation services, provided by our team of compassionate and skilled professionals, are medically managed from evaluation through treatment to ensure patients have the best achievable outcomes. Our ideal Physician has tact and skill in patient management, excellent communication skills, and enjoys working as a part of a comprehensive team to offer our patients the best care possible, that they need and deserve!
Ethos Veterinary Health
$18 - $24
Houston, TX
RVT, Registered Veterinary Technician, Registered Vet Tech, Registered Vet Technician, Registered Veterinary Tech, CVT, Certified Veterinary Technician, Certified Vet Tech, LVT, Licensed Veterinary Technician, Licensed Vet Tech, Credentialed Veterinary Technician, Credentialed Vet Tech, Credentialed Veterinary Tech, Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Tech, Vet Tech, Vet Technician, Veterinary Assistant, Vet Assistant, Technician Assistant, Tech Assistant, Kennel Assistant, Kennel Technician, Kennel Tech, Animal Assistant, Veterinary Nurse, Vet Nurse. The Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Technician (LVT) plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to all GCVS patients within the Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation service.
Jobot
$80000 - $120000
Covington, GA
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Jobot
$500000 - $1500000
Houston, TX
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Jobot
$60 - $72
Manchester, NH
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Jobot
$80000 - $115000
Jonesboro, GA
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Carle Health
Champaign, IL
The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Novant Health
Charlotte, NC
Licensure/Certification: NH Independent Diagnostic Testing Facility or Hospital Outpatient Department Certified and registered by ARRT in Radiography - RT(R) Required NH Medical Group Office Certified and registered by ARRT in Radiography - RT(R), required. The Radiologic Technologist I works independently and/or assists physicians in the performance of diagnostic and / or therapeutic procedures by preparing the patient and operating the x-ray equipment in order to obtain diagnostic images in the ambulatory setting.
Intermountain Health
$48000 - $57600
Cedar City, UT
Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, as well as hear and respond quickly to emergent needs or issues that may arise with patients. $56.76 - $87.59We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
Avera Health
$49920 - $75920
Mansfield, SD
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. Athletic trainer will provide injury assessment, treatment, first aid, prevention, and reconditioning services as assigned and set forth by the Board of Certification (BOC).
Nicklaus Children's Hospital
$48000 - $57600
Miami, FL
As required under the directive of House Bill 531 (2025) we are providing the link below to the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website.https://info.flclearinghouse.com/. Delivers clinically competent, appropriate & effective service to patient’s specific needs through on-field assessment and care & prevention of injuries (by taping, bracing, & preventive exercises).
Intermountain Health
$42000 - $50400
Salt Lake City, UT
Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. This job code applies to the Athletic Trainer, in the community, youth or high school setting, with primary assignment to support the medical needs of the assigned partner; provide medical coverage, on field and in the training room for injured athletes during practices and events.
Intermountain Health
$42000 - $50400
Salt Lake City, UT
Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. This job code applies to the Athletic Trainer, in the community, youth or high school setting, with primary assignment to support the medical needs of the assigned partner; provide medical coverage, on field and in the training room for injured athletes during practices and events.
Intermountain Health
$40000 - $48000
Salt Lake City, UT
Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. This job code applies to the Athletic Trainer, in the community, youth or high school setting, with primary assignment to support the medical needs of the assigned partner; provide medical coverage, on field and in the training room for injured athletes during practices and events.
Intermountain Health
$45000 - $54000
Richfield, UT
Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. This job code applies to the Athletic Trainer, in the community, youth or high school setting, with primary assignment to support the medical needs of the assigned partner; provide medical coverage, on field and in the training room for injured athletes during practices and events.
Intermountain Health
$45000 - $54000
Provo, UT
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Wellstar Health Systems, Inc.
Augusta, GA
The athletic trainer is expected to provide evaluation of athletic and non-athletic conditions to high school aged patients, conduct appropriate therapeutic interventions for such conditions, educate sports medicine stakeholders about prevention and appropriate treatment of injuries, coordinate scheduling for Wellstar associated clinic appointments and follow ups, and document all evaluation and follow up interactions in the appropriate electronic medical recording system. At Wellstar, our mission, vision, and values are simple: enhance the health and wellbeing of every person we serve, deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time, and serve with compassion, pursue excellence, and honor every voice.
NBG Sport Clips
$15 - $25
St. Louis Park, MN
Sport Clips, the industry leader in men's and boys' hair care, is seeking exceptional stylists to join our winning team. The Sporty Vibe: At Sport Clips, we've combined the love for sports with the art of hair styling.
NBG Sport Clips
$15 - $25
Hilliard, OH
Sport Clips, the industry leader in men's and boys' hair care, is seeking exceptional stylists to join our winning team. The Sporty Vibe: At Sport Clips, we've combined the love for sports with the art of hair styling.
NBG Sport Clips
$15 - $25
Baxter, MN
Sport Clips, the industry leader in men's and boys' hair care, is seeking exceptional stylists to join our winning team. The Sporty Vibe: At Sport Clips, we've combined the love for sports with the art of hair styling.
NBG Sport Clips
$15 - $25
Hilliard, OH
Sport Clips, the industry leader in men's and boys' hair care, is seeking exceptional stylists to join our winning team. The Sporty Vibe: At Sport Clips, we've combined the love for sports with the art of hair styling.
Community Care Physicians
$220000 - $240000
Guilderland Center, NY
Our current faculty’s clinical expertise includes areas such as ambulatory primary care, geriatrics, sports medicine, outpatient procedures, inpatient medicine, osteopathic manipulative medicine, newborn care, gender-affirming care, opioid use disorder treatment, women’s health (with or without obstetrics), abortion care, and point-of-care ultrasound. The Department of Family & Community Medicine at Albany Medical College is seeking a BC/BE Family Medicine Physician to join its faculty in an academic primary care practice, with a focus on resident and medical student education.
University of Kansas Health System
Lawrence, KS
Adhere to Health System, University, Big 12 Conference, Kansas Athletics, and NCAA policies and procedures; Maintain knowledge of Health System, departmental activities, sports schedules and procedures; Foster cooperative working relationships with immediate supervisor and staff members who work within or outside the work unit; - Maintain a positive attitude toward performing job duties and in working with other staff members; Exhibit professional decorum at all times. Provide direct supervision of athletic training students completing clinical experience practicum in the Kansas Athletics' athletic training clinics; - When requested, supervise Graduate Assistant Certified Athletic Trainer assigned by Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Medicine.
B.E.L. & Associates
Erie, PA
This position provides competitive annual compensation with RVU and quality incentives, a sign on bonus, relocation, CME, paid malpractice insurance, 403 (b) tax shelter, disability, and more. Whether you prefer hiking and biking to hunting, fishing, cross country skiing and motorized sports, there is an activity that you will love.
Equinox
$63.5 - $72
Newton, MA
Under the guidance of two dedicated managers you will develop and refine an approach to programming, education, business, and financial planning that ensures your Personal Training career is as unlimited as your passion. Bonus opportunities for eligible trainers such as, but not limited to: New Trainer Bonus, Tri Annual Incentive Bonus, Senior Trainer Annual Bonus, and Member Referral Bonus.
SSM Health
Fond du Lac, WI
Provides for continuity of care by participating in discharge planning with patients, families and other health care providers as appropriate, providing home instructions to patients and caregivers, recommending and or providing equipment/ home modifications, and recommending appropriate follow-up care if needed. Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Essentia Health
$21.49 - $32.24
Baxter, MN
Location:Baxter ClinicShift Rotation:Day Rotation (United States of America)Shift Start/End:7:30AM - 5:00PM/Hours Per Pay Period:72Compensation Range:$21.49 - $32.24 / hourUnion:FTE:0.9Weekends:None. Patient Care and Monitoring: Perform routine assessments such as measuring vital signs, recording patient histories, and observing symptoms to assist in diagnosing and monitoring patient health.
Sound Physicians
Missoula, MT
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CHG Healthcare
Hueytown, AL
Come practice in Hueytown located in the southwestern corner of Jefferson County, it lies approximately 15 miles from downtown Birmingham and 37 miles from the City of Tuscaloosa. Contact Gordon Diaz at gordon.diaz@comphealth.com or (203) 663-9353 to learn more about this opportunity.100% remote telehealth position with flexible scheduling.
Fauquier Health
Warrenton, VA
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. As a Registered Nurse in our Surgical Services Unit, you will take part in the wide variety of services we have to offer, including Total Joint Replacements, Sports Medicine, ENT, General Surgery, GYN, Urology, Retina, and Spine.
Vituity
Richmond, VA
Best Maternity Hospital – Newsweek, 2021 and 2022; Five Star Designation for Breastfeeding – Virginia Department of Health; Voted the “Best Place in Richmond to Have a Baby” for 14 years; Member of The National Association of Children's Hospitals and Related Institutions (NACHRI). Ensure practice is appropriately represented and demonstrates their value through leadership roles (as applicable) and/or participation with hospital management, medical staff leadership, Medical Executive, Medical Staff, and other hospital committees, and within the local community.
Vituity
Margaretville, NY
Located just two hours from New York City and Albany, Margaretville offers the best of both worlds—easy access to major league sports like the NBA, NFL, and NHL, along with a serene, close-knit community rich in cultural history and year-round recreation. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy hiking, kayaking, world-class fly-fishing, golf, and nearby skiing at Hunter, Windham, and Belleayre, while renowned landmarks like Kaaterskill Falls, Catskill Park, and the Catskill Escarpment lie within easy reach.
Vituity
Springfield, MA
Ensure practice is appropriately represented and demonstrates their value through leadership roles (as applicable) and/or participation with hospital management, medical staff leadership, Medical Executive, Medical Staff and other hospital committees, and within the local community. Families and adventure-seekers alike enjoy Six Flags New England just across the river, while nearby Forest Park—one of the largest urban parks in the country—provides trails, gardens, and a zoo.
Vituity
Jacksonville, FL
Ensure practice is appropriately represented and demonstrates their value through leadership roles (as applicable) and/or participation with hospital management, medical staff leadership, Medical Executive, Medical Staff and other hospital committees, and within the local community. Exemplify Vituity's Partnership Principles by fostering open communication and transparent decision-making, such as conducting annual reviews of administrative stipends and scheduling preferences.
CHG Healthcare
Boise, ID
To get started, please call Pat Freitas at 954.616.2918 or email your current CV to pat.freitas@comphealth.com and reference job number 2722704. An exciting opportunity to practice pediatric adolescent medicine and make a difference in the lives of the patients and families you treat.
Essentia Health
$21.49 - $32.24
Baxter, MN
Location:Baxter ClinicShift Rotation:FTE Flex Days (United States of America)Shift Start/End:7:30AM - 5:00PM/Hours Per Pay Period:56Compensation Range:$21.49 - $32.24 / hourUnion:FTE:0.7Weekends:NoneCall Obligations:Sign On Bonus: Patient Care and Monitoring: Perform routine assessments such as measuring vital signs, recording patient histories, and observing symptoms to assist in diagnosing and monitoring patient health.
Vituity
Newport News, VA
With excellent schools, diverse neighborhoods, and a rich historical backdrop, Newport News combines the best of both worlds: peaceful suburban living with easy access to the cultural and professional opportunities of nearby Hampton Roads. Ensure practice is appropriately represented and demonstrates their value through leadership roles (as applicable) and/or participation with hospital management, medical staff leadership, Medical Executive, Medical Staff and other hospital committees, and within the local community.
Vituity
Miramar Beach, FL
Popular landmarks include Silver Sands Premium Outlets for shopping, the Village of Baytowne Wharf for dining and nightlife, and nearby state parks like Topsail Hill Preserve for hiking and biking. Ensure practice is appropriately represented and demonstrates their value through leadership roles (as applicable) and/or participation with hospital management, medical staff leadership, Medical Executive, Medical Staff and other hospital committees, and within the local community.
Vituity
$100000
Saint Charles, MO
Ensure practice is appropriately represented and demonstrates their value through leadership roles (as applicable) and/or participation with hospital management, medical staff leadership, Medical Executive, Medical Staff and other hospital committees, and within the local community. Strategize and execute a comprehensive annual practice management plan that sets clear goals and objectives, continuously surpassing expectations and delivering value to patients, clients, providers, and the local community.
Orchid Orthopedic Solutions
Bridgeport charter Township, MI
With little supervision, the Engineering Technician I, Manufacturing provides technical support to operators on varying types of machinery by troubleshooting, developing, and improving programs or processes. With a dedicated focus on implants, instruments, and groundbreaking technologies, we serve a range of dynamic markets, including joint reconstruction, spine, trauma, sports medicine, extremities, and dental.
Vituity
Miramar Beach, FL
We are also recognized as one of America’s Best Maternity Care Hospitals by Newsweek at the Five Ribbon Hospital level and the recipient of many 2023 PRC Excellence in Healthcare Awards including Top Performer - Inpatient ICU Services, 5 Star Family Birth Place, 5 Star Inpatient Care, 5 Star Medical/Surgical Unit, and 5 Star Outpatient Surgical Services. Ensure practice is appropriately represented and demonstrates their value through leadership roles (as applicable) and/or participation with hospital management, medical staff leadership, Medical Executive, Medical Staff and other hospital committees, and within the local community.
Vituity
Darby, PA
Ensure practice is appropriately represented and demonstrates their value through leadership roles (as applicable) and/or participation with hospital management, medical staff leadership, Medical Executive, Medical Staff and other hospital committees, and within the local community. Strategize and execute a comprehensive annual practice management plan that sets clear goals and objectives, continuously surpassing expectations and delivering value to patients, clients, providers, and the local community.
Intermountain Health
$42.66 - $65.82
Grand Junction, CO
As an Outpatient Physical Therapist at Rocky Mountain Orthopedics, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care by: Competent Services: Performing and documenting initial and ongoing assessments of patients' conditions. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
Vituity
Olympia Fields, IL
Its location just south of Chicago provides convenient access to the city’s amenities, including dining, shopping, and professional sports events, while maintaining a peaceful suburban atmosphere. As an equal and valued partner from day one, our ownership model provides you with financial transparency, a comprehensive benefits package including profit distribution, and multiple career development opportunities.
Vituity
Miramar Beach, FL
Popular landmarks include Silver Sands Premium Outlets for shopping, the Village of Baytowne Wharf for dining and nightlife, and nearby state parks like Topsail Hill Preserve for hiking and biking. Miramar Beach, Florida, nestled along the Gulf Coast in the Florida Panhandle, is a stunning destination that offers a mix of coastal beauty and vibrant living.
Vituity
San Francisco, CA
As an equal and valued partner from day one, our ownership model provides you with financial transparency, a comprehensive benefits package including profit distribution, and multiple career development opportunities. Residents enjoy world-class museums like the de Young and SFMOMA, while outdoor enthusiasts explore Golden Gate Park or hike the trails at Lands’ End.
Vituity
Newport News, VA
With excellent schools, diverse neighborhoods, and a rich historical backdrop, Newport News combines the best of both worlds: peaceful suburban living with easy access to the cultural and professional opportunities of nearby Hampton Roads. As an equal and valued partner from day one, our ownership model provides you with financial transparency, a comprehensive benefits package including profit distribution, and multiple career development opportunities.
Vituity
$150000
Modesto, CA
Known as the birthplace of filmmaker George Lucas, Modesto pays homage to its connection to “American Graffiti” with the annual Graffiti Summer celebration, a nostalgic nod to classic cars and the 1950s. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy Woodward Reservoir for water sports, Lake Tahoe for winter sports, and nearby Yosemite National Park for hiking and breathtaking scenery.
Sports Medicine Jobs Overview
Do you love the thrill and excitement of athletic competitions? Are you passionate about pursuing a career in the medical field? Sports medicine jobs sit at the nexus of athletics and health care, putting you in positions to help athletes get healthy and perform at their very best.
This in-demand industry promises strong job prospects, with high growth rates projected for many positions. As a diverse field encompassing a variety of disciplines, sports medicine offers many exciting roles and career paths, for instance:
- Athletic trainers primarily diagnose and treat sports injuries during active training and competition.
- Sports psychologists help athletes manage stress and enhance mental performance.
- Physiatrists provide more advanced care and often serve as the head of sports medicine staff.
- Kinesiotherapists train and educate athletes in efficient movement in exercise.
- Orthopedic surgeons specialize in treating injuries and conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system.
How Much Do Sports Medicine Jobs Pay?
Because sports medicine is such a broad field, salary figures vary widely depending on the job, employer, city, and other factors such as your experience and certificates. The national median salary for a physical therapist is $36.84 an hour. Meanwhile, an athletic trainer can expect to make around $46,893 per year. In cities like Baltimore, MD, and Los Angeles, CA, the demand for athletic trainers is greater and you can expect a higher salary.
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How To Find the Right Sports Medicine Jobs
"If you do what you love, you'll never work a day in your life." There's some truth in this famous proverb, but finding a job you'll love isn't always so easy. Follow these foolproof tips to hone your job-hunting skills and land the opportunity you've always wanted.
Determine Your Work Values
Before you apply to a role in sports medicine, ask yourself these questions to determine your values:
- Is it more important to be well-paid or to do work that you find meaningful and fulfilling?
- Would you rather have an easygoing job with flexible hours or occupy a demanding position that garnered greater public recognition and respect?
- Do you prefer fast-paced work and frequent travel or a stable role in a predictable environment?
Even the best jobs typically require making trade-offs and compromises, so thinking through what matters most to you is essential. Taking time to identify and prioritize your personal work values can provide much-needed clarity, giving you the confidence to make the right sports career decisions.
Take Stock of Your Skills
Along with your work values, it's vital to take an honest look at your individual strengths and limitations. Consider both hard skills and soft skills, including technical proficiency, physical fitness, patient care, communication, leadership, and organization. The better you understand what you do well — and what you don't — the better you'll be able to pinpoint sports medicine roles in which you can excel.
Of course, education and qualifications are also key factors in any job search. While a bachelor's degree may be sufficient for some roles, others typically have much higher educational requirements. Many sports medicine jobs also require specific licenses and certifications that need to be actively maintained. Attaining the proper credentials can take months, so plan ahead to ensure you're qualified for the kinds of roles you're seeking.
Identify Your Best Opportunities
Once you know precisely what you're looking for, you can begin your job hunt in earnest. Carefully review any job description that catches your eye, analyzing the role in sports medicine to ensure it aligns with your skills, qualifications, and work values. Research the employer to better understand the work environment and assess your match with the organization's culture and mission.
Finally, consider how the job fits into your larger career goals. Will you be able to advance to more senior positions in the future? Can you gain experience, skills, or professional connections that could open up new opportunities elsewhere? Alternatively, is the role likely to offer long-term stability and job security?
How to Apply to Sports Medicine Jobs
To land a position in the sports medicine field, it's crucial to make the most of the application process. If you want to set yourself apart, you'll need to learn how to sell yourself as the best candidate for the job.
Target the Right Skills for the Job
From the perspective of a hiring manager, there are few things less interesting than a resume that simply lists your skills, qualifications, and work history. While this may tell them you meet certain minimum standards, what it doesn't do is tell them why you'd be a great hire.
That's why a successful resume starts with understanding what kind of candidate the employer is seeking. What key skills and qualifications would the ideal sports medicine applicant have? What kind of work experience would be most valuable or relevant to the position?
For instance, the role of athletic trainer is typically divided into six primary domains:
- injury and illness prevention
- clinical evaluation and diagnosis
- immediate and emergency care
- treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning
- health care administration
- professional responsibility
For a job related to athletic training, your resume should emphasize the skills and experiences most relevant to these core competencies. Conversely, your resume may more closely resemble a typical doctor resume if you’re applying for a role as a team physician or orthopedic surgeon.
Formulate a Flawless Resume
After you’ve identified the areas you want to focus on, it’s time to put the pieces together. Crafting an effective sports resume is an art that takes time and practice to master, but we've got some essential tips to help you get started:
- Use headings, sections, and bullet points for clean, easy-to-read formatting.
- Be concise and professional, ensuring every sentence conveys useful information.
- Use action words — e.g., developed, treated, diagnosed, and implemented — to convey relevant experiences.
- Proofread your work to eliminate spelling mistakes and grammatical errors.
If all of this sounds a little too intimidating, you don't have to do it alone. Monster's certified resume writers can help you create a knockout resume that'll ensure you get the attention you deserve.
Draft a Convincing Cover Letter
Whereas your resume is primarily a summary of your expertise, a high-quality cover letter is your chance to sell yourself as a person. Your writing should remain clear, concise, and professional, but don't be afraid to let your personality shine through.
Begin by explaining why you're passionate about sports medicine jobs, what drew you to the opening for which you're applying, and what goals you hope to score. Look for opportunities to incorporate facts that showcase your knowledge of the employer, such as their past athletic accomplishments, their reputation within the industry, or their specific field of practice. Finally, follow up by highlighting your relevant experience and skills using specific, detailed examples.
Manage Your Applications Like a Pro
Here at Monster, it's our mission to make finding a new job as easy as possible. When you sign up for a free Monster account, you can upload your resume and start submitting applications right away. By making your profile public, you can even attract new proposals from recruiters. Additionally, we will send you new job openings straight to your inbox so you can be one of the first to apply.
Following Up with an Employer
Even if you’ve got an outstanding resume, searching for sports medicine jobs can be an exercise in perseverance. High-profile employers, such as prominent collegiate and professional sports teams, often generate a lot of interest and you might get lost in the crowd.
In addition, applications sometimes get overlooked because of small technical mistakes. If you don't receive a response, don't get discouraged. Instead, get proactive by sending a well-timed and well-written follow-up.
When To Send a Follow-Up Message
Timing is often the trickiest factor in following up on an application. You don't want to seem pushy or desperate, but you also don't want to miss your chance entirely.
Waiting about a week is a good rule of thumb, but don't forget to take the employer into account. For example, a high school athletic department or independent sports psychology practice can easily be overwhelmed by applications, so give smaller organizations a little more time before reaching out.
How To Follow Up Effectively
A follow-up is not a job application, so be sure to keep your message brief and direct. Ideally, emails should be no more than three short paragraphs and phone calls should be three minutes or less. In your message, focus on the following key points:
- Confirm your interest in the job.
- Succinctly highlight your top qualifications.
- Offer to provide additional details and references.
- Politely request an update on your application's status.
Interviewing Tips for Sports Medicine Jobs
If a well-crafted resume is the key to unlocking a great job opportunity, a standout interview is your chance to blow the door off its hinges. You only get one shot at a first impression, so we've compiled everything you need to know to deliver an MVP-worthy performance.
Practice Makes Perfect
Like any athletic accomplishment, landing your dream job in sports medicine takes hard work and preparation. One great way to hone your skills is to conduct mock interviews using standard interview questions. Common examples include:
- What can you tell me about yourself?
- Why would you be a good fit for this job?
- What are your strengths and weaknesses?
- What is the greatest challenge you've faced professionally?
Prepare your answers ahead of time and give examples whenever possible. While you don't need to script full responses to each question, developing a few key talking points can help you stay focused. Practice speaking confidently in a calm, clear tone, and record yourself rehearsing to spot areas where you need to improve.
Put Your Expertise on Display
Beyond the usual questions, interviews for sports medicine jobs also typically delve into deeper, more technical territory. While the specific topics may vary, you should be prepared to answer a broad range of questions designed to probe your knowledge of medicine and training practices. For example:
- How do you assess an athlete's readiness to resume normal activity?
- How would you recommend rehabbing a rotator cuff tear?
- Have you ever misdiagnosed an injury? How did you handle it?
- How do you keep injured athletes motivated and engaged in rehabilitation?
Don’t Forget to Follow Up
Although it's not necessary or expected, sending a quick thank-you note shortly after your interview is always a nice touch. After that, it's simply a matter of waiting. If you still haven't been contacted after a week, follow up by writing a short email to the person who interviewed you. Briefly remind them of your enthusiasm and suitability for the job, thank them for their time and consideration, and communicate your availability to answer any further questions they may have.
What To Do When You Get an Offer
Receiving an offer for a job in sports medicine may feel like a big win, but don't plan the victory parade yet. Instead, show your professionalism by responding promptly to express your gratitude and excitement for the opportunity. If you aren't ready to commit, don't hesitate to request more time to decide.
Review the terms of the offer carefully and compare it with any others you've received. However, don't lose sight of the work values that matter to you. Contemplate the day-to-day realities of the job, including the athletes you'll be working with, the kinds of injuries you'll be treating, and the degree of work-life balance the position will afford. Depending on your priorities, it may be worth taking less compensation for an opportunity to work in a sport you love or be part of a team you connect with.
Of course, there's no harm in making a counteroffer of your own — as long as it's reasonable. You may be particularly well-positioned to negotiate a salary increase or better perks if you have advanced training or medical certifications beyond what the role requires. If the offer is too far below your expectations, politely declining can save everyone's time without burning any bridges.
Career Paths in Sports Medicine
From entry-level physical therapy aides to C-suite medical officers, sports medicine jobs offer a wide range of opportunities as you chart the course of your career. To continue advancing in the industry, it's important to ensure you're working toward the right qualifications. For most higher-paying positions, such as team physician or sports physical therapist, that means attaining a graduate degree from an accredited institution.
Sports medicine jobs also demand mastery of a wide variety of skills, practices, and technologies. To help you achieve your career goals, consider joining an organization like the National Athletic Trainers' Association or American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. These groups provide invaluable connections and support, including professional development resources, continuing education credits, research grants, and more.
Similar Occupations
If health care and training aren't your cup of tea, there are plenty of other ways to get involved in athletics. Perhaps these jobs might better align with your interests and skills: