Sports Medicine Manager
Core
Deliver performance-impacting physical preparation, sport science, and medical services to elite MMA and combat athletes at the UFC Performance Institute.
Role type
Senior Sports Medicine Manager (Physical Therapy)
Builds
Elite level health care services, injury prevention guidelines, rehabilitation protocols, and return-to-play frameworks for MMA athletes.
Domain
Combat sports (MMA) / Sports Medicine / Performance Science
Required skills
Manual therapy, myofascial techniques, sports rehabilitation, multi-disciplinary care integration, data management, evidence-based research implementation, athlete assessment
Preferred skills
Combat sports experience, contact sports background, strength and conditioning collaboration, weight management knowledge, travel logistics management
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Oversee elite sports therapy services (evaluations, program planning, treatments); Manage integration of sports medicine into multi-disciplinary care models; Establish physical therapy care guidelines and return-to-play protocols; Develop support systems for athlete assessment and data management; Cultivate relationships with athletes, coaches, and gyms; Participate in ongoing training for staff and athletes.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities