Sports Physical Therapist Jobs

Sports Physical Therapist jobs are open across sports medicine clinics, professional and collegiate athletics, hospitals, and rehabilitation centers, at every level from new-grad to senior clinician and director, with specializations in orthopedics, manual therapy, and return-to-sport rehabilitation. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles154+
Top stateTexas
Top employerTrue Sports Physical Therapy
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type96% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapist in a private practice setting
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Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapist in a private practice setting
The Sports Rehabilitation Center
Atlanta, Georgia
Community & Nonprofit Services
Creative Arts & Performance
Sports & Fitness
$75k - $90k/yr
On-Site

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Sports, Orthopedic, and Manual Physical Therapist
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Sports, Orthopedic, and Manual Physical Therapist
Elite PT-Rehoboth Beach
Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$80k - $95k/yr
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Senior Physical Therapist, Sports Med, 40 Hours
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Senior Physical Therapist, Sports Med, 40 Hours
Kaiser Permanente
San Bruno, California
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$71.02 - $75.21/hr
Doctoral degree
10,000+

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Physical Therapist - Sports
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Physical Therapist - Sports
True Sports Physical Therapy
Columbia, Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$75k - $80k/yr
51-200

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Physical Therapist - Sports
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Physical Therapist - Sports
True Sports Physical Therapy
Bel Air, Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$75k - $80k/yr
51-200

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Sports Physical Therapist Job Market

Who's Hiring

True Sports Physical Therapy9 open roles
Upstream Rehabilitation6 open roles
Rehab Employee Services6 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in sports physical therapist jobs.

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program
  • Active state physical therapy license in the state of employment
  • Sports Certified Specialist (SCS) or willingness to pursue certification
  • Experience with orthopedic and sports injury evaluation and treatment
  • Proficiency in manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercise prescription
  • Familiarity with electronic medical records systems such as WebPT or Epic

Tips for Your Sports Physical Therapist Job Search

Tailor your resume for clinical settings

List your clinical rotations by setting, not just hours completed. Employers in sports medicine want to see orthopedic and sport-specific placements. Name the patient populations you treated and any return-to-sport protocols you followed, not just general outpatient experience.

Highlight certifications beyond your license

Certifications like the SCS, CSCS, or dry needling credentials move your application to the top of the stack at sports medicine clinics. Call them out in a dedicated credentials section, not buried in a skills list, so screeners find them immediately.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists sports physical therapist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by team and facility type

A job title like 'physical therapist' at a sports-medicine practice and one at a general outpatient clinic are very different jobs. Filter by facility type or read the patient population section carefully so your cover letter speaks directly to the athletes or sport-specific demands the employer treats.

Prepare sport-specific case scenarios for interviews

Interviewers at sports medicine and athletic organizations often present a real injury scenario, such as an ACL reconstruction at week six or a hamstring strain before a playoff game. Rehearse your clinical reasoning out loud, including load management decisions and return-to-sport criteria, before you walk in.

Negotiate clinical resources, not just base pay

Ask about continuing education reimbursement, access to on-site strength and conditioning equipment, and caseload caps during your offer conversation. These factors directly affect your clinical growth and daily workload in sports PT, and they vary widely across employers.

Sports Physical Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most sports physical therapists?

The companies hiring the most sports physical therapists right now include True Sports Physical Therapy, Upstream Rehabilitation, and Rehab Employee Services, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Ohio, and Maryland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be highest near major athletic programs, professional sports markets, and large multi-specialty sports medicine networks.

How many sports physical therapist jobs are remote?

About 4% of sports physical therapist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, given that most roles require hands-on patient care. Remote work is most common in consulting, telehealth-based injury screening, and sports performance coaching roles that do not require direct manual treatment.

How do you become a sports physical therapist?

You become a sports physical therapist by completing an accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy program, passing the National Physical Therapy Examination, and obtaining a state license. From there, gaining clinical experience in orthopedic or sports settings and earning the Sports Certified Specialist credential through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties positions you for dedicated sports medicine roles.

Can I get hired as a sports physical therapist with little experience?

Yes, new graduates can get hired in sports PT by emphasizing clinical rotations in orthopedic or sports settings, volunteering or interning with athletic programs during school, and targeting facilities that offer structured mentorship or residency programs. Applying to sports medicine clinics that work with recreational athletes is often a more accessible entry point than jumping straight into professional or collegiate team roles.

What does the sports physical therapist interview process look like?

The interview process typically involves a phone or video screen with HR or a clinic director, followed by an in-person interview that includes clinical scenario questions and sometimes a tour of the facility. Some employers ask you to demonstrate an evaluation or treatment technique. Final-round interviews at team or collegiate settings often include a meeting with coaching or athletic training staff to assess culture fit.

Where can I find and apply to sports physical therapist jobs?

You can find and apply to sports physical therapist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, preferred setting, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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