Director of Rehabilitation (HR title: Physical Therapist)
Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX, United States
Director of Rehabilitation (HR title: Physical Therapist) (ATH00000465)
Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. About the Position
This role is an on-campus, in-person position. The Director of Rehabilitation will be responsible for creating, directing, coordinating, and administering physical therapy/rehabilitation for student-athletes. This position will play a vital role in optimizing rehabilitation and return-to-play, with a focus on evaluation and injury prevention. Collaboration with athletic trainers, physicians, nutrition and human performance staff, and mental health counselors will be essential. Essential Functions
Rehabilitation of orthopedic injuries for student-athletes from various sports. Implementation / Programming for Injury Prevention and oversight of Return-to-Play programming. Collaboration with physicians, athletic trainers, nutrition / human performance staff, and mental health counselors; effectively communicating and educating patients, parents, and coaches. Detailed and thorough patient documentation within EMR. Research / Implementation of data-driven processes to assist in program development and decision-making. The position requires long hours into the evening or weekends during parts of the year. The position requires occasional travel to attend sporting events and conferences/continuing education courses. The position is expected to work through a variety of weather and environmental conditions, long hours, and hands-on assignments that can provide physical demands. Education and Experience
Masters or Doctor of Physical Therapy is required. A minimum of two years of full-time (post-graduate) experience providing treatment and rehabilitation of injuries is required. Current license in Physical Therapy or license eligible. NATABOC (AT) preferred. Experience working with Division 1 student-athletes or professional athletes is desired. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Strong written communication skills and a strong customer service orientation are essential. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems and devise solutions. Strong organizational, planning and time management skills. Strong basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel). Working knowledge of and/or experience with Teamworks and Smartabase preferred. CPR/AED and Basic-Life Support certifications are required; additional certifications (dry-needling, BFR, PES, CES, CSCS, etc.) are preferred. Physical and Environmental Demands
Sit for long periods of time. Crawl, climb, push/pull. Walk for distances. Reach above shoulders. Handle objects (dexterity). Carry/lift 25-50 lbs. Deadline to Apply
The position is open until filled. EEO Statement
SMU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health-and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution. SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU’s retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.
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Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. About the Position
This role is an on-campus, in-person position. The Director of Rehabilitation will be responsible for creating, directing, coordinating, and administering physical therapy/rehabilitation for student-athletes. This position will play a vital role in optimizing rehabilitation and return-to-play, with a focus on evaluation and injury prevention. Collaboration with athletic trainers, physicians, nutrition and human performance staff, and mental health counselors will be essential. Essential Functions
Rehabilitation of orthopedic injuries for student-athletes from various sports. Implementation / Programming for Injury Prevention and oversight of Return-to-Play programming. Collaboration with physicians, athletic trainers, nutrition / human performance staff, and mental health counselors; effectively communicating and educating patients, parents, and coaches. Detailed and thorough patient documentation within EMR. Research / Implementation of data-driven processes to assist in program development and decision-making. The position requires long hours into the evening or weekends during parts of the year. The position requires occasional travel to attend sporting events and conferences/continuing education courses. The position is expected to work through a variety of weather and environmental conditions, long hours, and hands-on assignments that can provide physical demands. Education and Experience
Masters or Doctor of Physical Therapy is required. A minimum of two years of full-time (post-graduate) experience providing treatment and rehabilitation of injuries is required. Current license in Physical Therapy or license eligible. NATABOC (AT) preferred. Experience working with Division 1 student-athletes or professional athletes is desired. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Strong written communication skills and a strong customer service orientation are essential. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems and devise solutions. Strong organizational, planning and time management skills. Strong basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel). Working knowledge of and/or experience with Teamworks and Smartabase preferred. CPR/AED and Basic-Life Support certifications are required; additional certifications (dry-needling, BFR, PES, CES, CSCS, etc.) are preferred. Physical and Environmental Demands
Sit for long periods of time. Crawl, climb, push/pull. Walk for distances. Reach above shoulders. Handle objects (dexterity). Carry/lift 25-50 lbs. Deadline to Apply
The position is open until filled. EEO Statement
SMU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health-and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution. SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU’s retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.
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