Job Title:  NBA G League Director of Sports Medicine

Department:  Player Health

Reports To:  NBA Director of Sports Medicine

Position Summary

This new position will join a team that impacts multiple departments in the NBA G League and works on all matters related to NBA G League player health. The physician in this role will be responsible for overseeing NBA G League player health policies and initiatives that guide the prevention, evaluation, and treatment of injuries, illnesses, and other health issues among NBA G League players.

The workstreams for this role include administration and process management related to player health policies and protocols, injury prevention efforts, electronic medical records and health data, research programs, and sports science/medicine and training practices.

This is a consulting role, and the individual selected for it is expected to maintain a significant portion of their clinical practice. The NBA G League Director of Sports Medicine will regularly interact with NBA G League team health and performance personnel and help administer policies related to medical practices across teams.

Major Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the maintenance of NBA G League player health guidelines, policies, and protocols;
• Work with individuals who have public health, legal, medical, and basketball operations backgrounds to build on existing player health processes;
• Help evaluate, modify, and apply NBA player health policies to the NBA G League (e.g., EMR, cardiac, concussion, and injury reporting, analytics, and reduction programs);
• Consult with the NBA G League and its executive leadership on health-related issues that may arise in the context of collaborative joint initiatives or collective bargaining with the Next Gen Basketball Players Union;
• Communicate with NBA G League team physicians, athletic trainers, and other personnel regarding injuries and other player health matters;
• Coordinate with the leadership of the NBA G League Mind Health Program on mental health and wellness guidelines, policies, and protocols;
• Work with NBA G League legal and other project leads to identify, evaluate, and maintain service contracts with medical consultants, as needed; and
• Serve on NBA-led committees and projects where relevant to promote the consideration of NBA G League player health.

Required Training and Experience

• M.D. or D.O. with current U.S. licensure;
• Current board certification in area of specialty training;
• Completed fellowship or current CAQ in sports medicine;
• At least 5 years of experience beyond completion of fellowship or CAQ; and
• Established clinical experience as a team physician treating professional athletes (preferred) and/or collegiate or elite (e.g., U.S. national teams) team sports (required).

 General Skills

• Communication – Excellent ability to clearly and succinctly synthesize and communicate ideas orally, in writing, and through visual presentations;
• Commitment – Able to drive high standards for individual, team, and organizational accomplishment, and to work to meet or exceed goals;
• Teamwork – Commitment to working flexibly within a team and supporting the group’s goals across a multifaceted player health program;
• Project Management – Strong project management / organizational skills and high-level attention to detail; able to operationalize project briefs;
• Analytical Mindset – Strong quantitative skills; creative and effective problem- solver;
• Confidentiality – Able to recognize the necessity of and enact appropriate confidentiality practices regarding sensitive information;
• Adaptability – Effective when experiencing changes in work responsibilities or environment and when working within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures; and
• Character – A strong commitment to organizational ethics, integrity, and

Technical Skills.  Proficiency in drafting and editing documents and creating dynamic presentations using Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel) required; experience with electronic medical records and other technical software platforms preferred.

To Apply:  Please email a cover letter and CV to Matt Brooker (mbrooker@nba.com

About NBA G League

About the NBA G League. The NBA G League is the NBA’s official minor league, preparing players, coaches, officials, trainers, and front-office staff for the NBA while acting as the league’s research and development laboratory. The league offers elite professional basketball at an affordable price in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. For the 2024-25 season, there are 31 NBA G League teams, 30 of which are affiliated with an NBA team.

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