University of California, Riverside
Athletic Trainer
University of California, Riverside, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
As an Athletic Trainer at the University of California, Riverside, you will oversee the healthcare management of assigned sports and serve as the primary point of contact between sports medicine, coaching staff, and student‑athletes.
The Athletic Trainer collaborates closely with team physicians, strength and conditioning staff, dietitians, and mental health professionals to develop individualized performance and injury‑prevention programs that optimize student‑athlete health and performance. The position is responsible for the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and illnesses while ensuring compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional health and safety standards. The Athletic Trainer also fosters a culture of health, safety, and performance excellence, contributing to the advancement of sports medicine services at the institution.
Salary Range : $68,500 – $121,900 annually. Base salary offers are based on education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.
Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. The University of California can only sponsor employees who meet policy requirements; it is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable policies and collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time.
Requirements
Educational Requirements : Bachelor’s degree in a related area. Master’s degree in a related field preferred.
Experience Requirements : 4–7 years of related experience.
Minimum Requirements :
Computer skills in programs relevant to job duties.
Thorough skills in athletic injury prevention and the administration of therapeutic modalities, devices, and rehabilitation techniques, as well as first‑aid, athletic equipment, and injury assessment and treatment.
Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive matters involving athletic injuries and treatments.
Thorough knowledge of electronic medical records systems.
For positions associated with Sports Medicine, must maintain current knowledge of applicable rules and standards of the affiliated athletic conference, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) or National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), and avoid any violations of these rules and standards.
Strong ability to work in a highly collaborative manner with athletes, team physicians, faculty, staff, and others in the athletic department.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills to meet required timelines.
Manual therapy skills applicable to orthopedics and sports medicine.
Knowledge of procurement function and campus budget requirements relating to athletic equipment and supplies.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a collegiate sports medicine setting.
Certification as a licensed athletic trainer (ATC).
Additional Information The University of California, Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California. The campus provides convenient access to the vibrant Inland region and serves as a living laboratory for exploring community issues.
UCR is ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities (Money Magazine, 2020) and among the top 1% of universities worldwide (Center for World University Rankings, 2019‑20).
UCR is the top U.S. university for social mobility (U.S. News, 2020).
Member of the University Innovation Alliance.
Top‑tier rankings include No. 2 in financial aid (Business Insider, 2019) and No. 2 in world research for the UCR Department of Entomology (Center for World University Rankings).
Distinguished faculty includes 2 Nobel Laureates and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti‑discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Other
Higher Education
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The Athletic Trainer collaborates closely with team physicians, strength and conditioning staff, dietitians, and mental health professionals to develop individualized performance and injury‑prevention programs that optimize student‑athlete health and performance. The position is responsible for the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and illnesses while ensuring compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional health and safety standards. The Athletic Trainer also fosters a culture of health, safety, and performance excellence, contributing to the advancement of sports medicine services at the institution.
Salary Range : $68,500 – $121,900 annually. Base salary offers are based on education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.
Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. The University of California can only sponsor employees who meet policy requirements; it is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable policies and collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time.
Requirements
Educational Requirements : Bachelor’s degree in a related area. Master’s degree in a related field preferred.
Experience Requirements : 4–7 years of related experience.
Minimum Requirements :
Computer skills in programs relevant to job duties.
Thorough skills in athletic injury prevention and the administration of therapeutic modalities, devices, and rehabilitation techniques, as well as first‑aid, athletic equipment, and injury assessment and treatment.
Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive matters involving athletic injuries and treatments.
Thorough knowledge of electronic medical records systems.
For positions associated with Sports Medicine, must maintain current knowledge of applicable rules and standards of the affiliated athletic conference, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) or National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), and avoid any violations of these rules and standards.
Strong ability to work in a highly collaborative manner with athletes, team physicians, faculty, staff, and others in the athletic department.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills to meet required timelines.
Manual therapy skills applicable to orthopedics and sports medicine.
Knowledge of procurement function and campus budget requirements relating to athletic equipment and supplies.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a collegiate sports medicine setting.
Certification as a licensed athletic trainer (ATC).
Additional Information The University of California, Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California. The campus provides convenient access to the vibrant Inland region and serves as a living laboratory for exploring community issues.
UCR is ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities (Money Magazine, 2020) and among the top 1% of universities worldwide (Center for World University Rankings, 2019‑20).
UCR is the top U.S. university for social mobility (U.S. News, 2020).
Member of the University Innovation Alliance.
Top‑tier rankings include No. 2 in financial aid (Business Insider, 2019) and No. 2 in world research for the UCR Department of Entomology (Center for World University Rankings).
Distinguished faculty includes 2 Nobel Laureates and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti‑discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Other
Higher Education
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