Associate Head Athletic Trainer

Job Title

Associate Head Athletic Trainer

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Job Title

Associate Head Athletic Trainer

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Athletics Programs - Training

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

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PURPOSE

This position is responsible for coordinating and delivering athletic training services to assigned teams (Men’s Basketball) including prevention, recognition, evaluation and treatment of athletic injuries; acute care and emergency response to athletic injuries; rehabilitation and reconditioning of athletic injuries; and health care administration for the student athletes. This position is also responsible for assisting the head athletic trainer with day-to-day management of the athletic training facilities and staff and assisting with various administrative tasks.

DESCRIPTION

_ Functional Area 1: Sports Coverage _

Percent Effort: 40%

• Deliver athletic training services to student-athletes, under the direction of the head athletic trainer and team physician, including prevention, recognition, evaluation and treatment of athletic injuries; acute care and emergency response to athletic injuries; rehabilitation and reconditioning of athletic injuries; and health care administration for the student-athletes.

• Provide coverage of all home and away events as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer.

_ Functional Area 2: Administration _

Percent Effort: 55%

• Assist Head Athletic Trainer with:

• Participates in development, implementation and maintenance of policies, objectives, short-and long-range planning; develops and implements projects and programs to assist in accomplishment of established goals.

• Oversee monthly record of emergency medical equipment such as AED, Emergency Oxygen, emergency splints and supplies for necessary for EAP.

• Maintain and upkeep accurate inventory of all three athletic training facilities

• Organize annual safety and calibration of the Athletic Training department equipment.

• Review and organize EAP execution for staff, facilities, and other health care professionals.

• Mentors, leads, and/or supervises assistant athletic trainers; ensures quality of care to student athletes and compliance to established standards and requirements.

• Assist assistant athletic trainer(s) with organization of pre-participation physical exams of all student-athletes

• Supervise the clinical experiences of the athletic training students and assist the AT Program Director with other duties related to the Athletic Training Program.

_ Functional Area 3: Other Duties _

Percent Effort: 5%

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training.

• Two (2) years of related experience with a collegiate athletics team.

• Additional education may be considered as a substitution for the minimum experience required: Master's degree in Athletic Training or related field.

• Certified in the Board of Certification (BOC) and Texas athletic trainer license or temporary permit by date of hire.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills.

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree is preferred in Athletic Training or related field.

• Three (3) years directly related experience.

• Certification as an American Red Cross Instructor for CPR for the Professional Rescuer.

• Experience as an athletic trainer with college sports teams. Knowledgeable of NCAA rules.

• Experience as a Preceptor for an Athletic Training Program.

• Experience in teaching, evaluating, and supervising athletic training students in clinical performance.

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

Insurance

• Medical

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

On-campus wellness opportunities

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

• Public Loan Forgiveness

• Book scholarships

• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off:

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.