Associate Athletic Trainer- Men's Basketball/Men's & Women’s Golf
Inside Higher Ed, Commerce, TX, United States
Summary
The Associate Athletic Trainer provides general support to the Sports Medicine Department to allow for efficient operations and to assist student‑athlete injury prevention and medical treatment. The primary sport coverage is Men’s Basketball, with secondary coverage of Men’s & Women’s Golf.
Duties & Responsibilities
Assists with the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of injured student‑athletes.
Assists in the coordination of physician appointments, referred care, and rehabilitation for all student‑athletes.
Assists with coordination of written and verbal follow‑ups to Head Coaches regarding student‑athlete medical care; serves as liaison between the team physicians and Head Coaches.
Assists with the practice/game preparation and coverage for the athletic teams.
Travels with assigned teams as needed.
Assists with the coordination and scheduling of game and practice coverage (home and away) for Sports Medicine Staff.
Assists with maintaining and reviewing Sports Medicine policies and protocols.
Assists the department with organizing and distributing supplies within the Sports Medicine Department.
Assists with the medical treatment, rehabilitation, physician and prescription records for all student‑athletes.
Assists with other assigned administrative duties.
Minimum Requirements
Education: Master’s degree in an applicable field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience: 2‑3 years of collegiate‑level athletic training experience; basketball experience preferred but not required.
Knowledge/Skills: Proficient in electronic medical records management and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability: Multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Licensing/Professional Certifications: NATA‑BOC certification, eligibility to apply for a Texas Athletic Trainers License, CPR/AED certification for the professional rescuer, and a valid driver’s license.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, carry equipment, sit, climb, kneel, stand, and walk; occasional lifting of objects over 30 lbs. Ability to sit and stand for long periods.
Other Requirements: Ability to travel and work nights and weekends.
Preferred Education / Skills / Experience
Master’s and bachelor’s degrees in an accredited athletic training program.
CPR/AED instructor’s certification.
Alternative certifications and/or training pertinent to the field of sports medicine.
Supervision Of Others N/A
Critical Infrastructure Competency Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment system, or water treatment system. All positions are security‑sensitive; applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and other required information.
Equal Opportunity / EEO Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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Duties & Responsibilities
Assists with the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of injured student‑athletes.
Assists in the coordination of physician appointments, referred care, and rehabilitation for all student‑athletes.
Assists with coordination of written and verbal follow‑ups to Head Coaches regarding student‑athlete medical care; serves as liaison between the team physicians and Head Coaches.
Assists with the practice/game preparation and coverage for the athletic teams.
Travels with assigned teams as needed.
Assists with the coordination and scheduling of game and practice coverage (home and away) for Sports Medicine Staff.
Assists with maintaining and reviewing Sports Medicine policies and protocols.
Assists the department with organizing and distributing supplies within the Sports Medicine Department.
Assists with the medical treatment, rehabilitation, physician and prescription records for all student‑athletes.
Assists with other assigned administrative duties.
Minimum Requirements
Education: Master’s degree in an applicable field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience: 2‑3 years of collegiate‑level athletic training experience; basketball experience preferred but not required.
Knowledge/Skills: Proficient in electronic medical records management and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability: Multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Licensing/Professional Certifications: NATA‑BOC certification, eligibility to apply for a Texas Athletic Trainers License, CPR/AED certification for the professional rescuer, and a valid driver’s license.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, carry equipment, sit, climb, kneel, stand, and walk; occasional lifting of objects over 30 lbs. Ability to sit and stand for long periods.
Other Requirements: Ability to travel and work nights and weekends.
Preferred Education / Skills / Experience
Master’s and bachelor’s degrees in an accredited athletic training program.
CPR/AED instructor’s certification.
Alternative certifications and/or training pertinent to the field of sports medicine.
Supervision Of Others N/A
Critical Infrastructure Competency Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment system, or water treatment system. All positions are security‑sensitive; applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and other required information.
Equal Opportunity / EEO Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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