Associate Athletic Trainer

University of Texas at Arlington

  • Arlington, TX
  • $47,760 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
The Associate Athletic Trainer provides comprehensive healthcare services to student-athletes, with a focus on injury prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation. This role includes sport-specific coverage, education, and administrative duties, and requires collaboration with medical and coaching staff to ensure the overall well-being and performance of student-athletes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Provide athletic training coverage for assigned sport(s), including practices, strength and conditioning sessions, home events, and travel to away competitions.
  • Ensure athlete readiness through consistent presence and sport-specific care.
  • Evaluate and manage athletic injuries and conditions, including immediate care, clinical assessment, therapeutic treatment, and development and implementation of individualized rehabilitation plans.
  • Design and deliver injury prevention and wellness strategies, including pre-participation exams, movement screenings, recovery protocols, and athlete education on hydration, nutrition, and mental health awareness
  • Communicate regularly with team physicians, coaching staff, strength and conditioning personnel, and administrators to coordinate care, determine participation status, and manage return-to-play protocols.
  • Document medical care accurately and in a timely manner, including injury reports, treatment notes, rehabilitation updates, and referrals, in compliance with department, NCAA, and HIPAA standards.
  • Provide emergency care and implement sport-specific emergency action plans, serving as the first responder to acute injuries during practices and competitions.
  • Oversee athletic training students, including clinical supervision, instruction, and mentorship; serve as a Clinical Preceptor for the Athletic Training Education Program.
  • Manage inventory, supplies, and equipment; assist with insurance documentation and ensure adherence to departmental policies and best practices.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field.
  • BOC certification and state licensure (or eligibility).
  • State of Texas Licensure Eligible Certified Athletic Trainer.
  • CPR, AED, and First Aid Certifications.
  • Experience in a collegiate athletics environment.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Masters Degree in Athletic Training, Sports medicine or related discipline.
  • At least two (2) years of supervisory experience.
  • Experience working with NCAA D1 environment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations.
  • Work under the Code of Conduct and bylaws of an Athletic Trainer.
  • Understand the administration and daily operations of an athletic training room.
  • Stay current on continuing education and practices of an Athletic Trainer
  • Supervision of graduate assistants and athletic training students.
Other Requirements
Workplace and Eligibility Conditions
Benefits Eligible Yes
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EEO StatementIt is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.
University InformationThe University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
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