Athletic Trainer

The Athletic Trainer is responsible for the prevention, care, and treatment of injuries to athletes using necessary knowledge of injury patterns and modern principle of athletic training. Supervises and educates student athletic trainers. The successful candidate would also have athletic training department administrative responsibilities based on interest, skillset/experience, and departmental need. This athletic training position will assist the Head Athletic Trainer for Swim & Dive. Salary Commensurate based on selected candidates experience. Cover Letter/Resume A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section. Other Travel required with assigned sport. Ability to work flexible hours (nights, weekend and holidays) as required to complete assigned duties. Qualifications Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in a specialized curriculum accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. One-year full-time experience or three years part-time, paid, or voluntary experience as a student trainer. Required Licenses and Certifications Must be certified by the Board of Certification of the National Athletic Trainers Association. Ability to sit for State of Texas License to practice Athletic Training. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Computer skills. Medical & First Aid skills. Joint taping and Physical Therapy skills. Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree. CPR Certification. Automatic External Defibrillator Certification. Responsibilities

TREATMENT/REHAB

Evaluates, treats, and rehabilitates injuries of TAMU athletes. Tapes, places braces, and prepares student athletes for practice and games (events) of assigned sports.

ATHLETE CARE

Attends and supervises, for safety preventive and emergency care, student athletes at practices and games (events) of assigned sports. Travels, as directed and required, with assigned teams.

ATHLETE CARE

Coordinates with the Assistant Athletics Director of Sports Nutrition appropriate meals and supplements utilized by student athletes. Charts and performs record keeping of student athlete injuries, utilizing current record keeping systems and protocols. Coordinates and consulates with Physicians, student athletes, and medical facilities regarding health care. Consults with coaches and parents regarding student athlete health care.

MANAGEMENT

Assists in management of student athletic trainer apprenticeship education and sport scheduling. Assists in the maintenance and supervision of athletic training room, equipment, and supply inventory.

COMPLIANCE

Maintains continual and thorough familiarity with all applicable NCAA, Southeast Conference, and Texas A&M University rules and regulations. This position works to establish and ensure communication and enforcement of rules and regulations for all staff members and student workers supervised. Why Texas A&M University? We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12-15 days of annual paid holidays Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. 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/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas A&M University