Senior Level Sports Therapist Jobs

Senior level sports therapist jobs place experienced clinicians in charge of program direction, complex case management, and the clinical or coaching staff who deliver care. Roles concentrate predominantly on-site and hybrid across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Electronics & Hardware, with employers like Amazon, Sutter Health, and HDR hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles14
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerAmazon
Top citySacramento, CA
Work type56% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Sr. Sports Research Manager
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Sr. Sports Research Manager
Amazon.com
Culver City, California
Business Analysis
Data Science & Analytics
Marketing
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$124k - $177k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Senior Backend Software Engineer - Apple Sports
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Senior Backend Software Engineer - Apple Sports
Apple
New York, New York
Backend Engineering
Data Engineering
Software Engineering
$185k - $325k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgeon – Special Emphasis in Sports Knee | AZ!
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Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgeon – Special Emphasis in Sports Knee | AZ!
Banner Health
Arizona
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physicians
10,000+

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Senior Director, Advanced Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Care Complex
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Senior Director, Advanced Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Care Complex
Sutter Health
Sacramento, California
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Project & Program Management
$220k - $352k/yr
On-Site
Master's

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Director, Sports Medicine Programs & Services
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Director, Sports Medicine Programs & Services
Sutter Health
Sacramento, California
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Project & Program Management
$265k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Senior Level Sports Therapist Job Market

Who's Hiring

Amazon2 open roles
Sutter Health2 open roles
HDR1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Banking & Financial Services

Senior Level Sports Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level sports therapist job?

Employers at this level look for demonstrated ownership of clinical programs, not just patient caseloads. Candidates who stand out typically bring advanced certifications such as a Certified Athletic Trainer or Sports Certified Specialist credential, a history of mentoring junior therapists, and evidence of leading protocol development or return-to-play systems. Applying to roles that match your specialty and setting sharpens your positioning further.

Which companies hire senior level sports therapists?

Companies hiring senior level sports therapists right now include Amazon, Sutter Health, and HDR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from professional sports organizations, large health systems, university athletic programs, and performance-focused rehabilitation networks that need experienced clinicians to lead their sports medicine operations.

Are there remote senior level sports therapist jobs?

Yes, though the role is primarily hands-on. About 44% of senior level sports therapist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve telehealth consultations, program oversight, or clinical education rather than direct in-person treatment. Fully remote senior roles are most common in administrative, consulting, or continuing education contexts.

What makes a sports therapist role senior level?

Senior level sports therapist roles are defined by clinical ownership and organizational responsibility. That means leading a department or clinical team, designing and refining injury prevention and rehabilitation protocols, making independent decisions on complex cases, and mentoring less experienced staff. The distinction from mid level is not simply tenure but the scope of accountability and the degree to which others depend on your judgment.

Which industries hire the most senior level sports therapists?

Senior level sports therapist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate high-volume athlete populations, run full-time performance programs, or require credentialed clinical leadership to meet regulatory and accreditation standards.