Physical Therapist

Position Information

Position Information

Position Number

545090

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Position Information

Position Information

Position Number

545090

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Working Title

Physical Therapist

Job Title

Specialist

Job Type

Full-Time

Department

Athletic Student Therapy Center

Job Purpose

Assist the Director of Sports Medicine in a

NCAA

Division I collegiate, coeducational program. Specific duties include; supervising all rehab and treatment of injuries sustained by student-athletes whom have direct or indirect referrals for physical therapy by physicians, follow physician protocols, and assist with physical examinations. Provide athletic training coverage as needed directed by the Director of Sports Medicine. Including travel with assigned athletic team(s), assist with administrative duties as directed, and perform any other duties as assigned.

Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Essential Functions

Supervise all rehabilitation and treatment of injuries sustained by student-athletes. Have direct and indirect contact with physicians and the ability to follow all physician’s protocols. Must be able to assist with physical examinations. Provide athletic training coverage as needed with athletics teams and assist with administrative duties as directed.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree.

NATA

Board of Certification “national” certification required. Tennessee Athletic Trainer’s “state” License or eligibility for license is required. Current state of Tennessee license (Both PT/

ATC

) or eligible for licensure

CPR

/First Aid certification. Experience working with athletes is preferred, no years of experience required, entry level welcome to apply.

Preferred Qualifications

B.S., M.S. or Doctorate in physical therapy from an accredited program. TN Physical Therapist license required. Graduate from a

CAPTE

accredited Physical Therapy Program. Experience with athletes is preferred (D1, professional, etc.). Appropriate knowledge base of physical therapy with the willingness to learn about or collaborate in a sports setting.

Work Hours

Compensation and Benefits

| Salary | Commensurate with education and experience. | | Benefits Information |
Tennessee Tech offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the accumulation of two vacation days per month and one sick leave day per month, and thirteen University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits. |

Posting Details

| Posting Date | 09/03/2024 | | Screening Date | 09/13/2024 | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
Applicants are required to electronically upload a cover letter, resume, copy of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire), and complete contact information for three professional references at time of application. References will be contacted at a later date. Submission of materials is the applicant’s responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered. |

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. Resume 3. Transcripts 4. List of References Optional Documents 1. Transcripts 2 2. Other Documents 3. Other Documents 2 4. Other Documents 3 5. Licenses/Certs

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Have you completed the NATA Board of Certification “national” certification?

   • Yes
   • No

3. * Do you have a Tennessee Athletic Trainer’s “state” License or eligibility for the license?

   • Yes
   • No

4. * Do you have the current state of Tennessee license (Both PT/ATC) or are you eligible for licensure in CPR/First Aid certification?

   • Yes
   • No

5. * How did you hear about this job opportunity?

(Open Ended Question)

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