Performance Medicine Therapist / Assistant Athletic Trainer

Player 15 Group – the sports & entertainment brand behind the Phoenix Suns (NBA), Phoenix Mercury (WNBA), Valley Suns (G League), and Mortgage Matchup Center — is redefining the industry standard. Headquartered in downtown Phoenix and engaging fans across the world, Player 15 Group is driven by possibility, innovation, and the desire to create memorable moments for our fans and community.

Our culture is anchored in purpose-driven leadership and fueled by individuals who bring passion, creativity, and vision to everything they do. We challenge convention, amplify voices, and create experiences that resonate well beyond the final buzzer. This is where talent meets purpose and bold ideas become reality.

At Player 15 Group, we aren't just building a team: we're crafting a legacy.

We’re a collective of visionaries who consistently put people first, knowing that true greatness is forged through shared passion and purpose. Service focused to our core, we’re driven by an insatiable desire to innovate and elevate every experience. Our strength lies in unity, where diverse talents converge to achieve extraordinary feats, and we infuse every endeavor with genuine joy. Here, a relentless pursuit of growth isn't just encouraged—it's the very air we breathe. If you're ready to transcend expectations, unlock unparalleled potential, and dedicate your energy to something truly special, your moment to make an indelible mark on the future of sports and live entertainment starts now.

As Performance Medicine Therapist / Assistant Athletic Trainer your work is critical to supporting the maximization of our players physical health and availability by leading injury management pathways, return to basketball and illness prevention strategies.

Working with a multi-disciplinary staff, you will create, participate, and support processes and systems that encourages physical health and challenges player potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Senior Director of Performance Medicine / Head Athletic Trainer with the Implementation and management of the Performance Medicine program in coordination with the wider Phoenix Suns’ Human Performance Team.
• Support Performance Therapies Lead in the provision of prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for various injuries, ensuring a cohesive approach to athlete care.
• Perform athletic training services such as preventative treatment, taping, bandaging, and acute injury/illness care for athletes during training and games.
• Assist Suns Head Athletic Trainer in preparing the team for practice and games.
• Support the co-ordination of all medical/physical evaluations, including managing external medical staff and ensuring compliance with league requirements.
• Maintain and ensure the accuracy of medical records in the team’s EMR, including injury tracking, treatment notes, and health assessments.
• Oversee inventory management for medical supplies and equipment, ensuring the training room is stocked and operational.
• Be a proactive and energetic member of the Performance Medicine staff, promoting a positive and professional training room environment.
• Travel with the team, providing sideline care and support during games and practices.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Performance Medicine / Head Athletic Trainer or team management.
• Engage in continuous professional development, keeping abreast of the latest trends and best practices in sports medicine and athletic training.

People and Services

• No specific responsibilities

Key Lines of Communication

• Senior Director of Performance Medicine / Head Athletic Trainer
• Vice President of Human Performance

Key Performance Indicators

• Player availability % for practice and games (individual and collective)
• Number of re-injuries, and man days lost to preventable injuries
• Process based KPIs to be added

What You’ll Bring

• Curiously Minded Leader – Committed and demonstratable lifelong learner
• Communicate Effectively with Intent and Intellect - Can communicate to ensure there is no confusion from any parties. Communicates quickly with intent and clarity.
• Thrives in Adversity – Able to manage communication in “chaos” and agile in approach to meet problems with solutions
• Connects with all Groups – Ability to speak a common performance focused language with Coaches, Front Office, and Players.
• Sense of Team – Shows themselves to be a great teammate and encourages to act with “we” not “me” mentality.
• Staff Developer - builds relationships through investing in the Performance Team on both personal and professionals’ skills level
• Communicated and Implements a Philosophy – Capable of communicating and explaining their personal philosophy, expected standards, and the path forward for the Human Performance Team.

The Player 15 Group is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Please note this job description is not crafted to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact our People & Culture Recruiting team at [email protected]

Player 15 Group is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact the People & Culture Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]