Description

Are you a certified Athletic Trainer seeking an exciting opportunity to make a real difference? Look no further! Utah State University Athletics is on the hunt for a passionate, skilled individual to join our team and work directly with our Men’s and Women’s Track & Field and Cross Country programs.

As a vital member of our team, you'll play a crucial role in the health and well-being of our student athletes. The successful candidate will possess the following key abilities:

• Injury Assessment: Utilize your expertise to assess injuries accurately and efficiently.
• Injury Referrals: Make informed referrals to ensure our athletes receive the best possible care.
• Injury Care Management: Implement effective care plans to aid in the recovery process.
• Return to Play: Safely guide athletes through the return-to-play process.
• Emergency Care: Be prepared to act swiftly and decisively in emergency situations.
• Communication: Foster clear and effective communication with various stakeholders.
• Administration: Handle administrative tasks with precision and attention to detail.
• In this dynamic role, you will report to the Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine, and you'll collaborate with a diverse array of individuals, including student-athletes, athletic training staff, coaches, administrators, physicians, and other campus departments. The ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and strategize effectively is essential.
• Maintain professional competency by successful completion of Continuing Education Units to retain Athletic Trainer Certification by the NATA Board of Certification and athletic training licensing requirements for the state of Utah.
• Organize and manage athletic training program, including physician consultation, medical record keeping, public relations, inventory reports, and maintain upkeep of training room and equipment.
• Evaluate injuries and plan treatment programs for male and female student athletes, perform taping and other injury prevention activities, provide rehabilitation of injuries, respond to emergency situations, analyzing conditions and making appropriate responses.
• Coordinate interactions and activities between the athletic department and various entities on and off campus.
  Other duties as assigned.

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and help shape the success of our athletes, we want to hear from you! Join us at Utah State University Athletics and be part of a team dedicated to excellence on and off the field.

DEI Statement:

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.

 In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in athletic training or related healthcare field
NATA Certification
Utah State Licensure eligible
CPR/AED/First Aid certified

Preferred Qualifications:

DI experience