Rehabilitation Coordinator, Football

PHYS THER 4 (009495)

UCPath Position ID: 41111894

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

7/24/2026 10:04:02 AM

Date Last Edited:

7/24/2026 10:03:57 AM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

6000O

Organization:

INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS              

Division Code:

5501D

Division:

INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS              

Department:

374500 - INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

41111894

Position Description ID

203190

UC Payroll Title:

PHYS THER 4 (009495)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

Grade 22

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

1 - Staff: Contract

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40060971

Reports to Payroll Title:

REHAB SVC SUPV 2

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40713754

Department Head Payroll Title:

ATH MGR 4 PAC12

SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Director of Rehabilitation and Associate Director Sports Medicine - Football, the Football Rehabilitation Coordinator will direct and deliver physical therapy and rehabilitation services to student-athletes with primary focus on Football. Evaluate and treat acute, chronic, and postsurgical cases. Responsible for oversight of all Football rehabilitation efforts, procurement and development of post-surgical protocols, liaise with surgeons on matters of concern and development of department philosophy/direction as it pertains to rehabilitation in consultation with the Director of Rehabilitation, Team Physicians, Team Athletic Trainer(s) and Associate Director of Sports Medicine - Football. Will hold administrative responsibilities as assigned. If a dual credentialed professional (PT/ATC), would also provide services as a certified athletic trainer at the direction of the Associate Director of Sports Medicine - Football.

Rehabilitation and Coverage of Athletic events

 • Coordinates and delivers physical therapy and rehabilitation services to student-athletes including, but not limited to, evaluation and treatment of acute, chronic, and post-surgical care.

 • Oversees the management of post-operative clinical care for student-athletes

 • Provides oversight and direction in consultation with staff athletic trainers for ongoing rehabilitation of student-athletes. Nurture and expand individual staff member's skill in rehabilitation.

 • Provide athletic training services: athletic injury prevention, evaluation,treatment and rehabilitation to football student-athletes (if dual credentialled) as well as other athletes as needed/directed by supervisor(s).

75%

Rehabilitation and Coverage of Athletic events

 • Perform all administrative duties associated with sports medicine services including injury/treatment/rehabilitation documentation, coach reports, supervisor reports and appropriate referral to physicians.

0%

Supervision & Training

 • Supervises the clinical care provided by athletic training staff, related to the care of student-athletes both operative and non-operative with specific emphasis on the Return to Play phases of rehabilitation.

 • Supervises development and implementation of therapeutic interventions, clinical care and other rehabilitation services for all athletic training staff.

 • Assists with clinical orientation and training for all new sports medicine staff

 • Supervises in coordination with performance department staff and athletic training staff in the training and application of department functional movement assessment or other screening programs and all equipment and technology associated.

20%

Supervision & Training

 • Maintains up to date post-surgical rehabilitation protocol via communication with surgeons and literature review.

 • Maintains necessary units of continuing education per requirements for NATA and APTA.

 • Supervision of Interns at all levels, with specific focus to those doing rehabilitation rotations and physical therapy students/residents/fellows when required.

 • Support clinical research efforts within the department, in collaboration with Director of Rehabilitation and team physicians.

0%

Rules Compliance

 • Comply with all Federal, State, University and Department requirements established pursuant to Title IX, including the mandatory reporting requirements for a “Responsible Employee.”

 • The DIA is governed by the NCAA, Big Ten Conference, Mountain Pacific Sports Federation and University of California System.  The incumbent is required to comply with the applicable rules, regulations and policies of those organizations.

    ◦ Review and retain all rules compliance disseminated by the DIA Compliance office.

    ◦ Report all NCAA and conference violations.

    ◦ Sign the annual NCAA Certification of Compliance form.

    ◦ Complete the Athletically-Related Income form annually.

    ◦ Comply with California State Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) Law and adhere to mandatory reporting guidelines.

5%

•

Performs other duties as assigned.

•

Complies with all policies and standards.

•

Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

•

This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree

Preferred

PhD

Preferred

Experience in use of MSKUS for the evaluation and diagnosis of soft tissue injuries – Ideally holds RMSK Credential

Preferred

Experience in NCAA Division I athletics, Power 4 Football

Preferred

Driver License

•

Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles.

Required

Licensed as Physical Therapist as recognized by the State of California

Required

Earned Board Certification as a Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy

Required

Current Professional Rescuer (FA/CPR/AED)

Required

Certified Athletic Trainer in good standing as recognized by the NATABOC

Preferred

Certified Manual Therapist credential

Preferred

Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist

Preferred

Managerial and supervisory experience

Required

Demonstrated evidence of advanced coursework in treatment and rehabilitation

Required

Ability to maintain accurate and professional treatment records

Required

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with professional staff, administrators, students, coaches, physicians, and supervisors

Required

Ability to perform under stress and maintain composure in the face of resistance, indifference, or hostility

Preferred

Ability to write clear and concise business/research reports

Required

Demonstrated computer literacy

Required

Knowledge of general University policies and procedures

Preferred

Working knowledge of University purchasing policies and procedures

Preferred

Knowledge of NCAA and Conference rules and regulations

Preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

5%

Ability to travel as needed.

Ability to work odd hours, nights, weekends and holidays as needed.

Required

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Wasserman Football Center. Los Angeles, CA 90095

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 2: Position in which required tasks normally do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but may require performing unplanned Classification 1 tasks. In these jobs the normal work performance involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. However, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment.