Sports Physical Therapist Jobs in Utah

INTRODUCTION

Utah State University Athletics is seeking a dynamic, relationship-centered leader to serve as the Director of Sports Medicine (Executive Director in HRIS system). This position provides strategic oversight and leadership for the Sports Medicine Department while fostering a collaborative, high-performance healthcare environment that prioritizes student-athlete well-being and performance. The Director of Sports Medicine will oversee the daily operations of athletic healthcare services, provide direct athletic training coverage for an assigned sport program, and serve as a key connector among coaches, physicians, athletic trainers, performance staff, and university administration. This position will play a critical role in strengthening departmental culture, communication, and advancing an integrated model of athletic healthcare. The ideal candidate is an experienced leader who values teamwork, communication, accountability, and relationship-building, and who can effectively align medical care, performance goals, and student-athlete development within a collaborative high-performance model.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all aspects of the Sports Medicine Department, including staffing, scheduling, operations, policies, and procedures.
• Serve as the primary athletic trainer for an assigned intercollegiate athletic team.
• Lead the development and advancement of an integrated, evidence-based, high-performance healthcare model for student-athletes.
• Foster strong collaborative relationships among team physicians, coaches, athletic trainers, strength and conditioning staff, mental health professionals, and administration.
• Serve as a culture-builder within the department by promoting professionalism, trust, accountability, communication, and teamwork.
• Oversee the education, mentorship, and professional development of the Sports Medicine staff.
• Coordinate and standardize medical documentation and electronic medical records in accordance with NCAA, state, federal, and university regulations.
• Develop, implement, and annually review emergency action plans and departmental healthcare policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, conference, university, and sports medicine best practice standards.
• Coordinate healthcare communication and continuity of care among internal and external medical providers.
• Oversee departmental quality improvement initiatives and promote evidence-based healthcare practices.
• Assist with departmental budgeting, purchasing, and resource allocation for sports medicine operations.
• Support the educational mission of the department through mentorship and collaboration with students, interns, and emerging professionals.
• Promote a student-athlete-centered approach emphasizing physical health, mental well-being, recovery, and performance optimization.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, or related field
• BOC certification and eligibility for Utah licensure as an Athletic Trainer
• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience in collegiate or professional athletics healthcare, including 3 years of leadership/supervisory experience
• Experience working collaboratively with physicians, coaches, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Current CPR/AED certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Dual credentials as both an Athletic Trainer (ATC) and Physical Therapist (PT)
• Experience serving as an NCAA Health Care Administrator/Health Care Designation Administrator
• Experience within an NCAA Division I athletics environment
• Experience implementing or leading a high-performance model
• Demonstrated success in staff development and mentorship
• Familiarity with electronic medical records systems and healthcare operations management

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Along with the online application, please attach:
- Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV"
- Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application
- Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA:

The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing). Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold.

COLLEGE/DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS:

Guiding Principles and Core Values – “SHOW ME”
- SERVICE
- HONOR
- OWNERSHIP
- WINNING
- MOMENTUM
- EXCELLENCE

UNIVERSITY HIGHLIGHTS:

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women’s volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women’s soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION:

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.

In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Matthew Pinner

Executive Director
Civil Rights & Title IX Office
matthew.pinner@usu.edu
435-797-1266 | Old Main Rm. 401D
1475 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

Cody Carmichael

Title IX Coordinator
cody.carmichael@usu.edu
435-797-1266 | Old Main Rm. 402D
1475 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:

U.S. Department of Education
Denver Regional Office
303-844-5695 | OCR.Denver@ed.gov

U.S. Department of Education
Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
800-421-3481 | OCR@ed.gov

• updated 10/2025