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Job Description

Job Description

Urban Golf Performance (UGP)

Urban Golf Performance (UGP) is a premier golf performance company with a 70+ person team and five state-of-the-art locations: Austin, El Segundo, Orange County, Santa Monica, and West LA . Our team delivers a five-star client experience through integrated Golf Coaching, Fitness Training, Recovery, and Custom Club Fitting & Building.

At UGP, we redefine how golf and human performance intersect. Our multidisciplinary environment brings together Golf Coaches, Fitness Trainers, and Recovery Specialists to create truly holistic player development.

We are seeking Athletic Trainers (ATCs) , Physical Therapists (PTs) , and Chiropractors (DCs) who are passionate about sports performance, injury prevention, and golf-specific care to join our UGP Recovery Team .

This position is a highly valued role within the UGP system—serving as the steward of every client's health, safety, and performance longevity. In this cash-based, sports performance setting, you'll have the freedom to provide one-on-one, golf-specific care without the constraints of insurance billing.

Recovery Specialists collaborate closely with our Golf and Fitness departments to help clients move, feel, and perform their best on and off the course.

• Conduct comprehensive golf-specific movement screens and orthopedic examinations.

• Develop and deliver individualized treatment and performance plans.

• Collaborate with Golf Coaches and Fitness Trainers to ensure integrated client development.

• Provide world-class recovery sessions that include manual therapy, mobility work, and corrective exercise.

• Educate clients on injury prevention, movement efficiency, and sustainable performance.

• Create a five-star client experience by anticipating needs and exceeding expectations.

• Maintain accurate session documentation and professional communication with the team.

• Uphold the cleanliness, organization, and operational standards of the UGP facility.

Required:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) , Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) , or Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) credential.

• Expertise in soft tissue and joint mobilization techniques.

• Certifications in corrective exercise or strength & conditioning (e.g., CSCS, NASM, FRC, TPI).

• Strong communication, empathy, and professionalism.

• Detail-oriented with strong time management and follow-through.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Preferred:

• Background in golf, athletics, or sports performance environments.

• Experience in a cash-based or private pay setting.

• Sales or client acquisition experience in performance or wellness industries.

• Full-time position (Monday–Friday, with weekend availability as needed).

• In-person at one of UGP's five locations: Austin, El Segundo, Orange County, Santa Monica, or West LA.

• 401(k) with company match.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Paid time off (up to 3 weeks).

• Parental leave.

• Professional development and continuing education support.

• Employee discounts on apparel, clubs, and UGP services.

• Relocation assistance (as applicable).

At UGP, Recovery Specialists are not just clinicians—they are integral members of a unified performance team working to change the way golf and human performance are trained, treated, and experienced. If you want to work in a collaborative, high-performance environment with top-tier clients and a growth-minded culture, we'd love to meet you.

$65,000 to $110,000

Recovery Specialist Salary Range

$65,000—$110,000 USD

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