Description
North Central Texas College is accepting applications for: Athletic Trainer: Gainesville Campus Salary: $56,999: Full-Time: Full Benefits Eligible
Summary
The purpose of the athletic trainer position is to assist the college administration, athletic director, athletic staff in the daily preparation, monitoring and evaluation of the student athlete’s health and wellbeing (roughly 120 student athletes). In addition, the athletic trainer will follow the policies and guidelines of the academic institution and the governing body of the NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association).
Responsibilities and Duties:
Budget preparation/Management
Athletic Inventory control management
Recruiting of student trainers
Attend team practice/competitions to ensure safety of all student athletes
Oversee athletic insurance requirements
Facility and equipment maintenance
Safety monitoring of facilities and student athletes.
Manage student athlete physical requirements and ensure proper protocol is followed
Update athletic department handbook as needed.
Athletics Health Care Administrator following NJCAA protocols.
To assume additional responsibilities as assigned by the Athletic Director, and/or the College Chancellor.
Other duties as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change based on the needs of the department and the institution.
Subject to a criminal background check. A resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript are required in addition to the application. Salary: $56,999.
Located on the Gainesville Campus. Travel between campuses and off-site locations can be expected as needed. Attendance to athletic events outside of normal business hours may be expected.
North Central Texas College (“NCTC”) is an equal opportunity employer. NCTC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or gender, national origin, disability, age, genetics, equal pay, or any other legally protected characteristic. NCTC prohibits harassment on the basis of a legally protected characteristic and/or retaliation for reporting a complaint.
Requirements
Required Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology or Sports Medicine or related field
Master's degree preferred
Required Certificates:
LAT- Licensed Athletic Trainer Required
ATC- Athletic Trainer Certification Required
CPR/AED certifications strongly preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months
Required Experience:
One to two (1-2) years of Athletic Trainer Experience (High School Level Minimum) covering multiple sports
One to two years of experience with sports medicine specialties preferred
Collegiate trainer experience preferred
Required Skills & Abilities:
Coordinate team schedules and practice times
Coordinate injury updates with staff
Compile data/reports within Rank One
.Ability to properly identify injuries
Ability to properly administer techniques for injuries
Concussion knowledge
CPR knowledge
AED knowledge
Identify/treat heat illness
Time management skills for multiple sports practices/competition/treatments
