Director of Rehabilitation (HR title: Physical Therapist)
Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX, United States
Salary
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. The position will play a vital role in optimizing rehabilitation and return-to-play, as well as focusing on evaluation and injury prevention. Collaboration with athletic trainers, physicians, nutrition and human performance staff, and mental health counselors will be essential. Services will be provided in a professional manner within the defined scope of practice and NCAA, state, and national guidelines.
Essential Functions Rehabilitation of orthopedic injuries for student-athletes from various sports.
Implementation and programming for injury prevention.
Oversight and direction 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 and implementation of data-driven processes to assist in program development and decision-making.
Job Requirements Requires long hours into the evening or weekends during parts of the year.
Requires occasional travel to attend sporting events and conferences/continuing education courses.
Expected to work through a variety of weather and environmental conditions, long hours, and hands-on assignments that can provide physical demands.
Qualifications Education and Experience:
Masters or Doctor of Physical Therapy is required. 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. Strong written communication skills and customer service orientation. Problem-solving, organizational, planning, and time management skills. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel). Working knowledge of Teamworks and Smartabase preferred.
CPR/AED and Basic-Life Support certifications required. Additional certifications (dry-needling, BFR, PES, CES, CSCS, etc.) are preferred.
Physical and Environmental Demands Sit for long periods of time
Bend, squat, stand, kneel
Crawl, climb, push/pull
Walk for distances
Reach above shoulders
Handle objects (dexterity)
Carry lift 25-50 lbs.
Benefits
SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits, including health, dental, and vision plans, and a wide range of wellness programs. Retirement programs are available for eligible employees. Professional and personal development opportunities, including tuition benefits, are offered.
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.
Deadline to Apply
The position is open until filled.
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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. The position will play a vital role in optimizing rehabilitation and return-to-play, as well as focusing on evaluation and injury prevention. Collaboration with athletic trainers, physicians, nutrition and human performance staff, and mental health counselors will be essential. Services will be provided in a professional manner within the defined scope of practice and NCAA, state, and national guidelines.
Essential Functions Rehabilitation of orthopedic injuries for student-athletes from various sports.
Implementation and programming for injury prevention.
Oversight and direction 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 and implementation of data-driven processes to assist in program development and decision-making.
Job Requirements Requires long hours into the evening or weekends during parts of the year.
Requires occasional travel to attend sporting events and conferences/continuing education courses.
Expected to work through a variety of weather and environmental conditions, long hours, and hands-on assignments that can provide physical demands.
Qualifications Education and Experience:
Masters or Doctor of Physical Therapy is required. 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. Strong written communication skills and customer service orientation. Problem-solving, organizational, planning, and time management skills. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel). Working knowledge of Teamworks and Smartabase preferred.
CPR/AED and Basic-Life Support certifications required. Additional certifications (dry-needling, BFR, PES, CES, CSCS, etc.) are preferred.
Physical and Environmental Demands Sit for long periods of time
Bend, squat, stand, kneel
Crawl, climb, push/pull
Walk for distances
Reach above shoulders
Handle objects (dexterity)
Carry lift 25-50 lbs.
Benefits
SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits, including health, dental, and vision plans, and a wide range of wellness programs. Retirement programs are available for eligible employees. Professional and personal development opportunities, including tuition benefits, are offered.
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.
Deadline to Apply
The position is open until filled.
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