Club Sport Physical Therapist (Graduate Assistant)

University Of The, Inc.arnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 18,280 - 21,895; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Stipend of $1800 per semester

Job summary

The University of the Incarnate Word is seeking a Club Sport Physical Therapist (Graduate Assistant) to assist in developing and evaluating a comprehensive sports medicine program. This role is integral for providing hands-on physical therapy and support to club student-athletes.

Qualified candidates must be current UIW graduate students, exhibiting strong communication skills and a commitment to student-athlete welfare. This part-time position requires 20 hours per week and includes a tuition waiver and stipend.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledge of sports at the collegiate level.
• Commitment to student-athlete welfare and academic success.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and direction of the sports medicine Club Sports program.
• Provide hands-on physical therapy including manual therapy and injury recovery treatments.
• Submit status reports of injured athletes to coaches.
• Design and implement performance training sessions.
• Manage sports medicine training rooms and related supplies.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of collegiate sports

Commitment to student-athlete welfare

Organizational and time-management skills

Education

Current UIW graduate student

Tools

CPR and AED Certification

Licensed Physical Therapist (DPT)

Job description

Club Sport Physical Therapist (Graduate Assistant)

Position Title: Club Sport Physical Therapist (Graduate Assistant)

Academic Year: 2026-2027

University: University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self‑realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

Club Sport Physical Therapist (Graduate Assistant) is responsible for assisting in the development, direction, and evaluation of a comprehensive sports medicine Club Sports program; coordinates and delivers therapy and training programs to meet individual fitness, recovery, and health services to various club student‑athletes. This position reports to the Director of Sports and Wellness and is open to current UIW Graduate students.

Essential Functions

• Provide hands‑on physical therapy including manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and injury recovery treatments.
• Refer injured athletes to appropriate health care providers according to department guidelines and within the limits of expertise.
• Submit injured athlete status reports to coaches by a mutually agreed time of the day prior to practices and competitions.
• Prepare reports, statistical reports, inventory control, budget management, and student development for the sports medicine Club Sports program.
• Maintain computerized injury, treatment, incident, insurance, and medication forms and/or databases according to department guidelines.
• Design and implement performance training sessions focused on strength, mobility, endurance, and injury prevention.
• Manage, organize, and maintain the sports medicine training rooms, equipment, supplies, and inventory.
• Communicate with various department heads and supervisors as it pertains to sports medicine.
• Assist organizational leadership in purchasing and tracking inventory of university property.
• Serve on departmental, university, and/or national committees.
• Understand and represent the mission and vision of UIW and UIWSports and Wellness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledge of sports at the collegiate level.
• Commitment to student‑athlete welfare and academic success.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

Current UIW graduate student

Required Work Experience

Must be eligible for the Texas Licensure exam

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

• CPR and AED Certification
• Licensed Physical Therapist (DPT)

Work Hours

• 20 hours per week required.
• Treatment hours during the week and possibly the weekends.

Physical Demands

Requires lifting of heavy objects including people, dexterity, and administration of emergency procedures when necessary.

Other Information

• Posting Number: STU1628PO
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Job Type: Part Time
• Job Category: Students
• Salary: Tuition waiver and stipend $1800 per semester
• Open Date: 07/06/2026
• Close Date: 05/31/2027

Equal Opportunity Employer

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Evidence of Required Certification(s)

Optional Documents

• Other Document