Job Title

Associate Head Athletic Trainer

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Athletics Programs - Training

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

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PURPOSE

This position is responsible for coordinating and delivering athletic training services to assigned teams (Men’s Basketball) including prevention, recognition, evaluation and treatment of athletic injuries; acute care and emergency response to athletic injuries; rehabilitation and reconditioning of athletic injuries; and health care administration for the student athletes. This position is also responsible for assisting the head athletic trainer with day-to-day management of the athletic training facilities and staff and assisting with various administrative tasks.

DESCRIPTION

Functional Area 1: Sports Coverage

Percent Effort: 40%

• Deliver athletic training services to student-athletes, under the direction of the head athletic trainer and team physician, including prevention, recognition, evaluation and treatment of athletic injuries; acute care and emergency response to athletic injuries; rehabilitation and reconditioning of athletic injuries; and health care administration for the student-athletes.

• Provide coverage of all home and away events as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer.

  Functional Area 2: Administration

  Percent Effort: 55%

• Assist Head Athletic Trainer with:

• Managing day-to-day operations of the athletic training department

• Managing medical claims and insurance for student-athletes.

• Updating Standard Operating Procedures for department.

• Ordering of medical supplies and equipment

• Maintenance of athletic training operating budget

• Recruitment of assistant athletic trainers

• Participates in development, implementation and maintenance of policies, objectives, short-and long-range planning; develops and implements projects and programs to assist in accomplishment of established goals.

• Oversee monthly record of emergency medical equipment such as AED, Emergency Oxygen, emergency splints and supplies for necessary for EAP.

• Maintain and upkeep accurate inventory of all three athletic training facilities

• Organize annual safety and calibration of the Athletic Training department equipment.

• Review and organize EAP execution for staff, facilities, and other health care professionals.

• Mentors, leads, and/or supervises assistant athletic trainers; ensures quality of care to student athletes and compliance to established standards and requirements.

• Assist assistant athletic trainer(s) with organization of pre-participation physical exams of all student-athletes

• Supervise the clinical experiences of the athletic training students and assist the AT Program Director with other duties related to the Athletic Training Program.

  Functional Area 3: Other Duties

  Percent Effort: 5%

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer.

  QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training.

• Two (2) years of related experience with a collegiate athletics team.

• Additional education may be considered as a substitution for the minimum experience required: Master's degree in Athletic Training or related field.

• Certified in the Board of Certification (BOC) and Texas athletic trainer license or temporary permit by date of hire.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills.

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree is preferred in Athletic Training or related field.

• Three (3) years directly related experience.

• Certification as an American Red Cross Instructor for CPR for the Professional Rescuer.

• Experience as an athletic trainer with college sports teams. Knowledgeable of NCAA rules.

• Experience as a Preceptor for an Athletic Training Program.

• Experience in teaching, evaluating, and supervising athletic training students in clinical performance.

  BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

  From our generous benefits package (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/index.php) and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

  Insurance (https://assets.system.tamus.edu/files/benefits/website/BenefitsGuide.pdf)

• Medical

• $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

• Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

• Employee and Spouse

• Employee and Children

• Employee and Family coverage

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

  On-campus wellness opportunities (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/wellness-resources.php)

  Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

  Tuition Benefits: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/tuition/index.php)

• Public Loan Forgiveness

• Book scholarships

• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

  Retirement (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/retirement-programs.php)

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

  Time Off: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/time-off/index.php)

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Welcome and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. We are a vibrant, Hispanic Serving Doctoral Research Institution that proudly provides a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty, and highly rated degree programs since 1947. The University has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. The only university in the nation located on its own island, at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. With palm tree lined pathways throughout the campus, nearby natural wetlands, a scenic hike-and-bike trail and pristine views of the beach and bays, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a first-choice institution.

Texas A&M - Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Veterans / Disability Employer.

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