Position Information

Posting NumberSRGV7489

Working TitleASSOCIATE ATHLETIC TRAINER

Number of Vacancies1

LocationEdinburg, Texas

DepartmentAthletics

FTE1.0

FLSAExempt

Scope of Job

To supervise and lead the day-to-day operations of the athletic training area. Provides support in the medical supervision and care of student athletes and monitors the safety of equipment and procedures. Provides administrative oversight and support for assigned operations.

Description of Duties

• Evaluates athletic related injuries and determines appropriate subsequent care or referral.

• Leads, mentors and guides assigned athletic assistants.

• Manages and ensures medical supply levels are appropriate at all times within the athletic training rooms.

• Responsible for ensuring all medical equipment is properly functioning and coordinates maintenance as needed.

• Serves as main point of contact for concussion and EMR software.

• Directs clinical mentor for assistant CAT (Certified Athletic Trainer) in facility.

• Responsible for assisting with the medical and injury related needs of student athletes to include transportation to appropriate medical facilities.

• Directs medical supervision of team practices and events.

• Implements medical emergency action plan in event of medical emergencies.

• Documents injuries, treatments, and rehabilitation.

• Responsible for preparing and maintaining medical records.

• Develops appropriate flexibility and strength programs for injury prevention.

• Develops progressive rehabilitation programs post-injury safe return to activity.

• Responsible for administering the daily treatment of student athletes including stretching, massage, and therapeutic modalities.

• Plans, coordinates and reviews physical exam processes and drug testing procedures.

• Travels with sports team for medical coverage and student care on the road.

• Supervises and instructs student trainers in the internship program.

• Counsels student athletes on injury, health, safety and nutrition topics.

• Responsible for the annual evaluation, training, and professional development of assigned staff.

• Assists with pre and post practice and event preparation of student athletes and sport venue.

• Attends regularly scheduled compliance meetings to maintain knowledge of current and recently established policies.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General supervision from immediate supervisor.

Supervision Given

May supervise assigned student trainers.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in athletic training, kinesiology, or related field from an accredited university.

Preferred Education

Master’s degree from in Kinesiology, Physical Education, Athletic Training, or Sports Medicine from an accredited institution of higher education.

Licenses/Certifications

• As condition of employment this position requires the applicant to be authorized to operate a University-Owned Vehicle for Official University Business. Per University of Texas System Policy 157, applicants will be subject to a motor vehicle record check for their most recent thirty-six (36) month history. Out of State Drivers are required to submit a 36-month history MVR from their prior State of residence(s).

• NATA BOC Certification or eligible for certification exam.

• Texas License as an Athletic Trainer through Texas Department of Health or be eligible for exam.

Required Experience

• One (1) year of experience in Sports Medicine field or applicable medical field setting involving care, prevention, evaluation, treatment, or rehabilitation of injuries.

• Knowledge of NCAA and University athletic policies and procedures.

Preferred Experience

N/A

Equipment

Use of standard office equipment, personal computer, and audio/visual equipment. Use of ultrasound therapy, electrical stimulation therapy, hydrotherapy tank, hydrocollator unit, microcurrent stim therapy.

Working Conditions

Long and varied hours. Frequent weekend and evening activities. Travel with overnight and/or multi-day stays required. Possibility of working in dangerous conditions such as blood borne pathogen related areas. Possibility of working in inclement weather conditions (i.e. cold, heat, rain, etc.) Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

Other

• Understand that violation(s) of NCAA rules could result in sanctions being placed against the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and the University.

• Have familiarity and knowledge of NCAA Division I rules required as part of job duties.

• Ability to exhibit integrity with high ethical standards and strict adherence to NCAA , conference, university and departmental rules and regulations as well as solid commitment to academic integrity, student-athlete welfare, and any applicable NCAA ethnic diversity and gender equity standards.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment CategoryFull-Time

Minimum SalaryCommensurate with Experience

Posted SalaryCommensurate with Experience

Position Available Date04/16/2024

Grant Funded PositionNo

If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dear Applicant,

Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:

Date of Birth

Social Security Number

Gender

Ethnicity/Race

Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956)665-2451 and/or careers@utrgv.edu.

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.

All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .

Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/42519

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you a current UTRGV employee?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?

• Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions

• Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions

• No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions

• • Please select your highest level of completed education.

• 6th grade education

• 10th grade education

• High School Diploma or GED

• Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited university

• Masters Degree from an accredited university

• Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university

• None of the above

• • Please provide the field of study for your education:

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:

• Less than 1 year

• 1 year

• 2 years

• 3 years

• 4 years

• 5 years

• 6 years

• 7 years

• 8 years

• 9 years

• 10 years

• Over 10 years

• • Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Curriculum Vitae

• Unofficial Transcripts

• Reference Letter 1

• Reference Letter 2

• Reference Letter 3

• Certifications and Licenses

• Training Certificates

• Other Document

• List of 3 References

• Unofficial Transcripts 2

• Unofficial Transcripts 3

• Letter of Interest

• Unofficial Graduate Transcripts

• Additional Document