Director, Physical Therapy Services & Athletic Rehabilitation

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University seeks a Director of Physical Therapy Services & Athletic Rehabilitation to lead Auburn Athletics' rehabilitation and physical therapy programs, drive strategic initiatives, and ensure evidence-based care for student-athletes across all sports. The role requires strong leadership, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with physicians, trainers, and coaches.

The position emphasizes program development, performance metrics, budgeting, and the use of sports science and rehab

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physical Therapy or Doctor of Physical Therapy with rehabilitation/therapy leadership experience.
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist in Alabama.
• Experience coordinating or managing rehabilitation/physical therapy services.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and administrative leadership for Auburn Athletics' rehabilitation and PT services.
• Direct delivery of rehab and PT services for intercollegiate student-athletes, ensuring evidence-based care.
• Develop and implement department-wide rehab philosophies, standards, and performance metrics.
• Supervise and develop rehabilitation personnel and support staff; foster collaboration and accountability.
• Oversee budgeting, equipment planning, facility operations, and vendor relationships.
• Partner with team physicians, athletic trainers, and coaches on injury management and return-to-participation decisions.
• Guide integration of sports science, performance analytics, and rehab technologies.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, SEC, and university health regulations.
• Evaluate trends and innovations to improve service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Healthcare compliance

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Physical Therapy

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Alabama Physical Therapy License

Job description

Overview

Auburn Athletics seeks a Director of Physical Therapy Services & Athletic Rehabilitation to provide strategic leadership, operational oversight, and clinical direction for Auburn Athletics' rehabilitation and physical therapy services. Directs the development and administration of comprehensive rehabilitation programs that support student-athlete health, performance, and return-to-play outcomes. Partners with sports medicine, sports science, coaching staff, and university leadership to establish best practices, optimize healthcare delivery, ensure regulatory compliance, and advance departmental goals and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic and administrative leadership for Auburn Athletics' rehabilitation services, including departmental planning, program development, resource allocation, and operational effectiveness.
• Directs the delivery of rehabilitation and physical therapy services for intercollegiate student-athletes, ensuring evidence-based care and exceptional patient outcomes.
• Develops and implements department-wide rehabilitation philosophies, protocols, standards, and performance metrics to promote consistency and continuous improvement.
• Supervises, develops, and evaluates rehabilitation personnel and associated support staff while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
• Oversees budgeting, equipment planning, facility operations, vendor relationships, and other administrative functions supporting rehabilitation services.
• Serves as a strategic partner to team physicians, athletic trainers, sports scientists, performance specialists, mental health professionals, and coaching staff on injury management and return-to-participation decisions.
• Leads the integration of sports science, performance analytics, and rehabilitation technologies to enhance student-athlete recovery and performance outcomes.
• Oversees medical documentation, compliance practices, and risk management activities to ensure adherence to NCAA, SEC, University, and applicable healthcare regulations.
• Evaluates emerging trends, research, and innovations in rehabilitation and sports medicine and recommends initiatives that enhance service delivery and athlete care.
• Represents Auburn Athletics in professional organizations, university committees, and external partnerships while advancing the strategic objectives of Sports Medicine and Athletics. May assist with medical coverage as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physical Therapy
• 5 years of experience in the coordination and/or management of rehabilitation and/or physical therapy services.

OR

• Doctor of Physical Therapy
• 3 years of experience in the coordination and/or management of rehabilitation and/or physical therapy services.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Physical Therapist Licensed in the State of Alabama by the Alabama Board of Physical Therapy

Desired Qualifications:

• Sports Physical Therapy Board-Certified Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS)
• D1 Sports Physical Therapy Fellowship
• Athletic Trainer Cert or dual- credentialed PT/ATC
• Cert Strength Cond Spec Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
• Corrective Exercise Specialist
• Selective Functional Movement Assessment Certification
• Dry Needling Certification

Contract Type

Continuing

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

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Posted Date

9/4/2026