Assistant Athletic Trainer

About UTEP

 

About the University of Texas at El Paso

UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

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About UTEP

 

About the University of Texas at El Paso

UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

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The University of Texas at El Paso is America’s leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 24,000 students are Hispanic, and more than half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 172 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.

UTEP Athletics Department Overview

The UTEP Athletics Department is dedicated to fostering a competitive and inclusive environment where student-athletes can excel both on the field and in the classroom. As a proud member of Conference USA, UTEP's athletic programs compete at the highest levels of NCAA Division I, offering a wide range of sports, including football, basketball, track and field, soccer, and more.

With a rich history of athletic success, UTEP is committed to upholding the traditions of excellence that have made it a standout institution in collegiate sports. The department is not only focused on athletic achievements but also emphasizes the holistic development of its student-athletes, ensuring they graduate with the skills and education necessary to succeed in life beyond sports.

Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, UTEP Athletics embodies the spirit of resilience and determination that characterizes the borderland community, making it a key part of the university’s mission to serve and uplift the region.

Position Information

 

Hiring Department : The UTEP Athletics Department

Posting End Date: Open until filled.

Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends.

FLSA status: Exempt

Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.

Salary : $59,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of three references

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver’s license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

Purpose of Position

 

Summary:**  ** Renders specialized medical care in the prevention, recognition, evaluation, and rehabilitation of student-athletes and provides a safe environment for all University sponsored practices and competitions.

Note:**  ** The primary accountabilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties.  Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed below.  Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager.  This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the State where the applicant resides and must be insurable as defined in the UT System BPM 16-05-02, as applicable to the performance of essential duties and responsibilities of the position.

Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

Assists in the organizing, managing, and administration of all aspects of the UTEP Sports Medicine Program.

Follows the NATA Code of Ethics; remains current on all state and national requirements for license renewal.

Provides injury care and rehabilitation to designated sport(s) as assigned; provides feedback to coaches on a daily basis of injury and rehabilitation progression.

Travels with designated teams as assigned by Director of Sports Medicine; coordinates doctor’s appointments and helps process insurance claims; acts as liaison between medical team and coaching staffs.

Supervises undergraduate athletic training students; provides in-services and teaches the students the essentials of athletic training.

Assists with the maintenance of training room equipment and apparatus; performs yearly safety inspections; maintains records on student-athletes and ensures the accuracy of files maintained in the University’s Athletic Training Room; assists with the administration of the drug testing program for student athletes.

Maintains inventory of all supplies and equipment to ensure efficient and economical methods of operations; requisitions purchases to replenish stock.

Must be able to work evenings and weekends.

Knowledge of and adherence to NCAA rules and regulations as they apply to student athletes in this area.

Knowledge of and compliance with NCAA Rules and Regulations including attendance of NCAA Rules Seminars, timely completion of all NCAA forms and requests for information.

Employee agrees to abide by the Code of Ethics as set forth by the University of Texas at El Paso and the University of Texas System.

Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.

Complies with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities No supervisory responsibilities.               

Qualifications

 

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

         Minimum Education required:**               ** Bachelor’s Degree.

         Minimum Experience required:            

• No minimum experience qualification. 
• Eligible for Texas State Athletic Trainer Licensure. 
• NATA Certified. 
• Working knowledge of therapeutic modalities and rehabilitation techniques.
• Strong sense of principles and ethics in regard to the welfare of the student-athlete. 
•  Ability to work independently in a multi-task environment as well as within a team-oriented work group. 
• Ability to act as a positive role model for student-athletic trainees and student-athletes alike.
• Occasional traveling required.

Additional Information

 

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel and crouch; talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to lift and move up to 50 pounds.  Special vision requirements for this job are distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

 

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions.  The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme heat, and risk of electrical shock.  The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions and fumes or airborne particles.

 

The noise level in the work environment ranges from moderate to very loud..

In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.

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