Athletic Trainer - Men's Basketball

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Athletic Trainer - Men's Basketball

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Athletic Trainer - Men's Basketball

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Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

FLSA

Exempt

General Job Description

This is a professional position responsible for supervising the administration of the Athletic Training Rooms and coordinating the treatment of injuries to student-athletes under the supervision of the Team Physician. Regularly exercises discretion and independent judgment when performing work.

Essential Job Functions

1. Oversees the application of therapeutic modalities and treatments in the Training Room.

2. Aids in the prevention of athletic injuries by administering preventative taping, purchasing and fitting special protective equipment, and maintaining safety conditions at practices and competitions.

3. Designs, implements, and coordinates the rehabilitation program for players after surgery, with off-season injuries, or preventative exercise, in response to pre-season screening results.

4. Administers emergency procedures to injured athletes in assigned sports during practices and games.

5. Maintains records of treatments and injuries of all student-athletes seen and treated in the Training Rooms. Supervises the distribution of approved medications under the orders of the Team Physician.

6. Assigns and supervises graduate and student assistants assigned to the Training Rooms.

7. Coordinates the scheduling and conduct of pre-season athletic physicals for all student-athletes.

8. Prepares reports on injured student-athletes for the Head Coach and provides periodic progress reports on the rehabilitation of injured players.

9. Makes arrangements for Training Room supplies and equipment to be transported on trips.

10. Conducts training sessions and supervises graduate assistants in the performance of athletic medicine activities.

Non-Essential Job Functions

1. Makes appointments for student-athletes to see private physicians, as necessary.

2. Remains on 24-hour call to sports specific players for treatment and/or counseling, as assigned.

3. Meets with recruits, as assigned, to tour department Training Rooms and discuss injuries and rehabilitation programs.

4. Attends university, conference,

NCAA

and other organizational meetings, as assigned.

1. Adheres to all applicable

NCAA

, conference, and university rules and regulations.

1. Travels with teams to away games, as required.

2. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university policies and procedures.

2. Knowledge of, or ability to learn, policies, procedures, and guidelines established by the conference and the

NCAA

.

1. Must have working knowledge of professional standards and regulations.

2. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

3. Ability to set priorities and complete assignments on time.

4. Ability to operate a personal computer with a general understanding of application software, and an understanding of the Internet.

5. Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships with coaches, students, staff, and external constituents.

Physical Demands

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in kinesiology, health, exercise science, or a related field is required.

Required Experience and Training

One year of related experience is required. Experience in collegiate athletic training is required.

NATA

Certification, Athletic Trainer licensure in Texas, and Instructor level certification in

CPR

and First Aid is required. Candidates without current Texas certification will be considered if certification can be obtained prior to start date.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree is preferred.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.

This is a safety-sensitive position subject to drug and alcohol testing.

This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.

Min Pay Rate

Mid Pay Rate

Salary Information

Commensurate with Experience, Salary Grade - 10

Specific Job Requirements/Duties for this Posting

Is Background Check Required?

Yes

Benefit and Retirement Eligibility

This position is eligible for participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (

TRS

) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | S2024-108 | | Candidates Eligible to Apply | Open to all qualified applicants | | Number of Positions Available | 1 | | Posted Date | 08/01/2024 | | Review Start Date | | | Close Date | | | Work Schedule | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
Desired start date is August 12, 2024. | | Posting Quick Link | https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/11833 |

Contact Information

| Contact Name | Kasey Fisette | | Contact Phone | 936-596-6780 | | Contact Email | kasey.fisette@sfasu.edu | | Contact Information | |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Will you have earned a bachelor's degree in kinesiology, health, exercise science, or a related field prior to the start date of this position?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * What is your academic major/minor?

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Which of the following best represents the number of years experience you possess relating directly to the job to which you are applying?

   • Less than one
   • One to two
   • Three to four
   • Five to six
   • Seven to eight
   • Nine or more

2. * Do you have prior experience in collegiate athletic training?

   • Yes
   • No

3. * Describe your experience with NCAA intercollegiate athletics, including experience specifically with NCAA Division I athletics.

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Do you currently have, or can you have prior to start date, NATA Certification, Athletic Trainer licensure in Texas, and Instructor level certification in CPR & First Aid?
   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References Optional Documents

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