Athletic Trainer for Reed Arena Texas A&M University - 4.3 College Station, TX Job Details Full-time 10 days ago Benefits AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Certified Athletic Trainer Bachelor's degree Full Job Description Job Title Athletic Trainer for Reed Arena Agency Texas A&M University Department Athletic Director Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Who We Are Texas A&M Athletics department is committed to building champions through academic achievement, athletic excellence, and national recognition of student-athletes, teams, and programs. We are a proud member of the Southeastern Conference, with more than 650 Texas A&M student-athletes competing at the NCAA Division 1-A level in 20 varsity sports . What We Want The Athletic Trainer, under direction, is responsible for the prevention, care and treatment of injuries to student-athletes using necessary knowledge of injury patterns and modern principle of athletic training. Supervises and educates student athletic trainers. The Athletic Trainer will assist the Head Athletic Trainers for Volleyball, Men's Basketball, and Women's Basketball.
What You Need To Know Salary:
Commensurate based on selected candidates experience.
Cover Letter/Resume:
A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.
Other:
Some travel and working nights, weekends, and holidays as required to complete assigned tasks Responsibilities
TREATMENT/REHAB
Evaluates, treats, and rehabilitates injuries of TAMU athletes. Tapes, places braces, and prepares student athletes for practice and games (events) of assigned sports.
ATHLETE CARE
Attends and supervises, for safety preventive and emergency care, student athletes at practices and games (events) of assigned sports. Travels, as directed and required, with assigned teams.
ATHLETE CARE
Coordinates with the Assistant Athletics Director of Sports Nutrition appropriate meals and supplements utilized by student athletes. Charts and performs record keeping of student athlete injuries, utilizing current record keeping systems and protocols. Coordinates and consulates with Physicians, student athletes, and medical facilities regarding health care. Consults with coaches and parents regarding student athlete health care.
MANAGEMENT
Assists in management of student athletic trainer apprenticeship education and sport scheduling. Assists in the maintenance and supervision of athletic training room, equipment, and supply inventory.
COMPLIANCE
Maintains continual and thorough familiarity with all applicable NCAA, Southeastern Conference, and Texas A&M University rules and regulations. This position works to establish and ensure communication and enforcement of rules and regulations for all staff members and student workers supervised.
Qualifications Required Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in a specialized curriculum accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. One-year full-time experience or three years part-time, paid, or voluntary experience as a student trainer .
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Must be certified by the Board of Certification of the National Athletic Trainers Association. Ability to sit for State of Texas License to practice Athletic Training.
Computer skills. Medical & First Aid skills. Joint taping and Physical Therapy skills. Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. Why Texas A&M University? We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12-15 days of annual paid holidays Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month Automatic enrollment in the
Teacher Retirement System of Texas Health and Wellness:
Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development:
All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. Instructions to
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