Associate Athletic Trainer, Softball (Athletic Trainer II)

National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics; Kansas; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

San Diego State University’s Athletics Medicine program seeks an Associate Athletic Trainer, Softball, to deliver comprehensive clinical care for the SDSU Softball program. You will manage injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and return-to-play, while supporting practices and travel on a Division I campus.

The role requires coordinating with physicians, coaches, trainers, and other staff, documenting care, and contributing to program development and EHR processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in athletic training and BOC certification required.
• Two years of experience as an athletic trainer in higher education.
• Master’s degree preferred; strong clinical judgment and leadership expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive athletic training services for SDSU Softball including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and return-to-play.
• Coordinate medical coverage for practices, competitions, and travel; act as first responder and manage emergency care and follow-up.

Skills

Multidisciplinary care coordination

Emergency action planning

Electronic medical records

Travel coordination

Staff mentoring/training

Rehabilitation technologies

Flexible hours

Communication with coaches/physicians

Education

Bachelor’s degree in athletic training

BOC certification

Two years athletic trainer experience

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Biodex

SwimEx

AlterG

Athletic training EMR

Job description

The Associate Athletic Trainer, Softball (Athletic Trainer II) plays a key role in supporting the health, safety, and peak performance of SDSU Softball student-athletes while contributing to the broader success of the university’s sports medicine program. Reporting to the Sr. Associate Athletic Director of Athletic Medicine, this position provides comprehensive clinical care spanning injury prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and return-to-play while supporting practices, competitions, and team travel. The role also contributes to training room operations, multidisciplinary care, and sports medicine program development, bringing advanced clinical judgment to complex student-athlete needs. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced athletic trainer who thrives in a competitive Division I environment and is passionate about providing exceptional care to our athletes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive athletic training services for SDSU Softball, including injury and illness prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, conditioning, emergency care, and return-to-participation support.
• Coordinate medical coverage for practices, competitions, and team travel; serve as a first responder; and coordinate emergency care and follow-up when needed.
• Develop, implement, document, and progress individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans using therapeutic modalities, manual techniques, taping, bracing, rehabilitation equipment, and exercise programs.
• Coordinate physician appointments, referrals, diagnostic services, rehabilitation access, and continuity of care for student-athletes.
• Identify and coordinate support for student-athletes with complex health and well-being concerns, including mental health concerns, disordered eating, substance use, nutritional risk, and other issues affecting safe participation.
• Collaborate with physicians, coaches, administrators, parents when authorized, and multidisciplinary professionals regarding student-athlete health, restrictions, care plans, and continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate, timely, secure, and confidential medical records, treatment plans, progress notes, physician orders, and insurance-related documentation.
• Coordinate training-room operations and contribute to the development, organization, and continuous improvement of the sports medicine program.

Why Join Us?

• Serve as an integral member of the sports medicine team supporting SDSU Softball and Division I student-athletes.
• Build strong relationships with student-athletes and coaches while supporting health and performance throughout the competitive season.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary care, sports medicine operations, and the continued development of athletic medicine services.
• Join an athletics program committed to clinical excellence, teamwork, and comprehensive student-athlete well-being.

Position Information

This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, temporary position with an anticipated end date of June 30, 2027, with the possibility of reappointment.
This position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but will vary based on training and travel schedules.
The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Education and Experience

Equivalent to bachelor’s degree in athletic training, physical education, kinesiology or related field of study or combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. Course work must include completion of the Board of Certification (BOC) curriculum requirements. Equivalent to two years of experience as a certified Athletic Trainer in a high school or college environment.

Key Qualifications

• Master’s degree in athletic training, sports medicine, kinesiology, or a closely related field preferred.
• Experience as a certified athletic trainer in intercollegiate athletics, preferably at the NCAA Division I level.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary care for student-athletes with complex health and well-being concerns, including disordered eating, mental health, substance use, or nutrition-related risk.
• Experience providing lead work direction, mentoring, clinical instruction, or precepting to athletic training personnel or students.
• Experience coordinating sports medicine operations, team travel coverage, emergency action planning, and electronic medical records in intercollegiate athletics.
• Experience with athletic training electronic health record systems and with inventory, budget, or insurance processes.
• Proficiency with Biodex, SwimEx, AlterG, or comparable rehabilitation technologies.
• Advanced training or credentials in an athletic training specialty, such as functional assessment and rehabilitation, manual therapy, instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization, or therapeutic taping.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays.
• Ability to travel as needed to support athletic events, practices, competitions, and related activities.

Licenses/Certifications Required

• Current certification as an Athletic Trainer through the Board of Certification, Inc. (BOC), maintained throughout employment.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification at the professional-rescuer or healthcare-provider level from a nationally recognized provider, maintained throughout employment.
• Valid California driver’s license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.