Asst. Athletic Trainer
Student Affairs
Summary of Job Details
Under the direction of the Head Athletic Trainer, the Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for the design, implementation, coordination, and the general supervision of the Recreation Department's concussion protocol program for sport clubs. Supervise (under the direction of the Head Athletic Trainer) the prevention, evaluation, treatment and care of all sport club related injuries. Establish a minimum standard of care for concussions or mild traumatic brain injuries including athlete education/risk factors, baseline testing, and return to play protocol with medical oversight from UCSB Student Health. When necessary make referrals to appropriate medical personnel. Recondition and rehabilitate athletes on referral from physicians through the use of appropriate physical agents and therapeutic devices. Update coaches/staff regularly on the status of injured athletes. Assist in the operation of the athletic training facility. Maintain records and files on all aspects of the Sport Club Program. Help develop and supervise hourly student athletic trainers. Acts as a liaison between physicians and athletes, physicians and coaches, athlete and coaches regarding an athlete's status for practice or competition. The Athletic Trainer must maintain NATABOC Certification under guidelines established by the National Athletic Trainer Association, including on-going continuing education units; abide by OSHA and HIPPA guidelines.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related area
BOC Certification - Candidate must be a certified Athletic Trainer as recognized by successfully passing Board of Certification (BOC) for the Athletic Trainer exam. Current or attained within 3 months of start date
Special Conditions of Employment
Regularly works nights and weekends.
Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse
Satisfactory criminal history background check
UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment.
Days/Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:00am-5:00pm
UC Santa Barbara is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.
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Job # 71672
