Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 10430
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Org Marketing Statement
The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Hispanic Serving University specializing in cyber, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic development. With more than 34,000 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio metropolitan region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service. The university embraces multicultural traditions and serves as a center for intellectual and creative resources as well as a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property-for Texas, the nation and the world. Learn more online, on USTA Today or on TwitterInstagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.
UTSA, situated in a global city that has been a crossroads of peoples and cultures for centuries, values diversity and inclusion in all aspects of university life. As an institution expressly founded to advance the education of Mexican Americans and other underserved communities, our university is committed to ending generations of discrimination and inequity. UTSA, a premier public research university, fosters academic excellence through a community of dialogue, discovery and innovation that embraces the uniqueness of each voice.
Posting End Date
Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 8/11/2023. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Salary
Salary Range: Commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.
Hours per Week
Exempt Position: 40 hours per week.
Required Application Materials

• Resume is required.
• Cover Letter is preferred.

Essential Functions
Job Summary
Function: To provide specialized skill, management, leadership and administration of the UTSA Athletic Medicine program. Assist in the overall administrative duties of the department.
Scope: Responsible for assisting with the organization, management and administration of the Athletic Training Program as well as the supervision, treatment and rehabilitation of the UTSA men's and women's intercollegiate sports programs in accordance with University and NCAA policies and philosophies.
Duties

• Provide athletic medicine services for team practices and competitions at home and on the road primarily for the sports of Track and Field and Cross Country.
• Assist in the overall administrative duties of the department.
• Provide prevention, treatment and rehabilitation for injuries to student-athletes.
• Maintain medical records for all assigned student athletes.
• Design and implement pre-habilitation and post injury rehabilitation for the student-athletes.
• Ability to work with various modalities in the athletic training room.
• Assist in the daily management of training room, including maintenance and storage of supplies and equipment.
• Assist in organizing and administration of the athletic training facility.
• Provide computer records of athletic injuries, illnesses and their treatments.
• Assist with issues concerning insurance.
• Ensure all assigned tasks are in compliance with University, American Athletic Conference and NCAA rules.
• May supervise other trainer(s).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
Level I:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in any field of study
• 2 years of experience in athletic training field

Level II:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in any field of study
• 4 years of experience in athletic training field
• At departments discretion a Master's Degree and 1 year in athletic training field may substitute.

Level I & II:

• Current National Athletic Trainers Association Board Certification
• Current State of Texas athletic training license or eligible to receive within 30 days of employment
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver's license or ability to obtain one by first day of employment
• Driver's License history check
• Knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft Office and standard office equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in Kinesiology, Physical Education, Athletic Training or Sports Medicine
• 2-4 years of experience in a collegiate setting.
• Two years of experience within Division 1 Track and field or Cross Country in athletic training
• Experience with Neurocognitive baseline/post-concussion testing
• Experience with various forms of manual therapy and soft tissue techniques
• Experience with injury tracking software

Working Conditions

• 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.).
• Ability to engage in physically demanding, manual tasks.
• Evening and weekend work will be required.

This position will be primarily located:
On Campus: Primary work location will be on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.
Additional Information

• UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
• This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

EO/AA Statement
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.