Designs, implements, and oversees individualized strength and conditioning programs for athletes and therapy patients, including performance enhancement, injury prevention, rehabilitation support, and return-to-play programming.
Conducts performance assessments and movement evaluations utilizing sports performance technologies such as force plates, motion capture systems, velocity-based training tools, and other testing equipment.
Analyze and interpret results to provide actionable recommendations for athletes, patients, therapists, coaches, and other stakeholders.
Manages and maintains performance technology systems and data platforms, including equipment calibration, troubleshooting, software administration, reporting dashboards, testing records, and documentation to ensure data integrity and operational effectiveness.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare and performance teams including physical therapists, athletic trainers, physicians, and performance staff to coordinate patient care, athletic development plans, and evidence-based performance strategies.
Provides education on training methods, recovery techniques, technology applications, and performance metrics.

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Performance, Athletic Training, or related field plus 1 year of experience in strength and conditioning, sports performance, rehabilitation, or related clinical/performance setting.
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association or equivalent nationally recognized certification
Minimum of 2 years of experience in strength and conditioning, sports performance, rehabilitation, or related clinical/performance setting
Experience working with athletes and/or orthopedic rehabilitation patients across multiple age groups and performance levels
Working knowledge of force plate systems, motion capture technology, velocity-based training systems, and sports performance data analysis platforms.
Understanding of biomechanics, injury prevention, return-to-play progressions, and performance monitoring principles.
Proficiency with technology troubleshooting, software management, and data reporting tools.
Strong communication and collaboration skills with interdisciplinary healthcare and performance teams.

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Clinical Therapy and Performance Specialist

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