Physical Therapist, Toronto Raptors

Job summary

Evaluate, diagnose, and treat musculoskeletal injuries for NBA and G League athletes while designing individualized rehabilitation programs. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary medical team to manage player health, performance, and return-to-play protocols.

Job details

Powered by Passion. United by Purpose. Build for Impact. At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we exist to deliver the ultimate fan experience by lifting trophies, spirits, and communities – united as one. We're more than a workplace. We are a team of passionate people, boldly building the future of sport and entertainment, together. We believe in the power of play, the strength of collaboration, and the energy that comes from showing up with purpose. From the ice to the pitch, the hardwood to the digital arena, we’re proud to be the driving force behind the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), the Toronto Raptors (NBA), Toronto FC (MLS), Toronto Argonauts (CFL) and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (AHL), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League. We bring these teams – and world-class entertainment – to life at our iconic venues, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. Off the field, we serve up elevated dining at e11even, Real Sports, and our signature club spaces like Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub, and Platinum Club. Through MLSE Foundation and MLSE LaunchPad, we use the power of sport to help youth facing barriers reach their full potential. Since 2009, we’ve invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities -- and we’re just getting started. This is what it means to be One MLSE: a culture where everyone plays a role, everyone belongs, and everyone contributes to something bigger than themselves. So, if you're ready to play with purpose, grow with passion, and win as one, we’d love to have you on our team. ** 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 we’re 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 player’s 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, Master’s 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 We’re glad you’re here. 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What you’ll do

Evaluate, diagnose, and treat musculoskeletal injuries for NBA and G League athletes while designing individualized rehabilitation programs. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary medical team to manage player health, performance, and return-to-play protocols.

Requirements

Requires a degree in physiotherapy, licensure in Ontario, and a minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation. Candidates must possess a valid passport for border crossing and ideally hold certifications such as CSCS, FCAMPT, or RISPT.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation • Benefits Package • Continuing Education Support

Listed skills

• collaborative · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Teams · Preferred
• Energy · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Development · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Consistent · Preferred
• Integration · Preferred
• email · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Musculoskeletal Diagnosis
• Rehabilitation Programming
• Manual Therapy
• Injury Prevention
• Biomechanical Screening
• Load Management
• Return-to-Play Protocols
• Clinical Reasoning
• Interpersonal Communication
• Professionalism
• Athletic Training
• Exercise Science
• Musculoskeletal Injuries
• Clinical Experience
• eSports
• Orthopedics
• Treatment Planning
• Dry Needling
• Physical Therapy
• Acupuncture
• Medical Records
• Communication
• Exercise Therapy
• Front Office
• Rehabilitation
• HP OpenView
• Strength Training And Conditioning
• Transferable Skills Analysis
• Team Oriented

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Sports & Recreation
• Physical Therapist
• Physiotherapists
• Physical Therapists