Athletic Trainer

University of California - Santa Barbara; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 75,188 - 104,483; Full time

Job summary

University of California - Santa Barbara in Santa Barbara, CA seeks an Experienced Athletic Trainer to supervise, coordinate and administer sports medicine services for intercollegiate programs. You will oversee injury prevention, evaluation, treatment and post-injury return-to-play protocols, and manage medical records in compliance with NCAA and university policies.

The role requires a Bachelor's Degree, NATA certification and CPR/AED/First Aid credentials, with 100% effort expected during

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; collegiate training room experience preferred.
• Certified Athletic Trainer (NATA) with CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coordinate and administer sports medicine activities for intercollegiate programs.
• Oversee prevention, evaluation, treatment and return-to-play protocols for athletic injuries.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with NCAA, Big West and university policies.
• Perform duties with discretion and professional conduct; travel with teams as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaborative work

Discretion & confidentiality

Problem analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Collegiate training room experience

Certified Athletic Trainer (NATA)

CPR/AED Certified

First Aid Certified

Job description

Position Title

Athletic Trainer

Position Number: 40071003

Payroll Title: ATH TRAINER 3 HX

Job Code: 005306

Job Open Date: 07/23/2026

Application Review Begins: 08/10/2023

Department Code (Name): ATHL (ATHLETICS)

Percentage of Time: 100

Union Code (Name): HX

Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff: Career

FLSA Status: Exempt

Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program): PSS

Salary Grade: STEPS

Pay Rate/Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $75,188.88 to $104,483.52/year. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $75,188.88 to $104,483.52/year.

Work Location: ICA 1401E

Working Days and Hours: Monday - Sunday, as needed

Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits

Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable: N/A

Department Marketing Statement

UC Santa Barbara is located on the Pacific Ocean, ranks among the top-10 public universities in the nation and is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities. The UCSB Athletics Department includes 20 intercollegiate sports teams and 450 student-athletes that compete for championships in the Big West Conference and at the NCAA Division 1 level. The Gauchos have won a record 10 Big West Conference Commissioner's Cups representing the league's all-sports champion.

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Working at UC means being part of this vibrant institution that shines a light on what is possible. People make UC great, and UC recognizes your contributions by making this a great place to work. Excellent retirement and health are just one of the rewards. Learn more about the benefits of working at UC

Brief Summary of Job Duties

Experienced professional supervising, coordinating and administering all activities related to sports medicine and the Harry Callihan Athletic Training Room. Responsible for the prevention, care, evaluation and treatment of athletic injuries with emphasis on overseeing medical treatment and post injury return to play protocols for all intercollegiate athletic programs. Also, responsible for administrative duties as detailed below and use of strong verbal and written communication. Responsible for keeping accurate documentation and medical records in accordance with applicable federal, state, university and NCAA regulations and bylaws. Be knowledgeable of, and comply with NCAA, Big West and MSPF Conferences, and University rules, policies and regulations applicable to the performance of this position.

Qualifications

• Has in-depth understanding of the Athletic trainer profession and can independently perform responsibilities of the functions listed.
• Strong skills necessary to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of campus procurement functions and requirements relating to athletic training room equipment and supplies.
• Strong ability to work in a highly collaborative manner with coaches, student athletes, team physician, medical specialists, faculty, staff and others as appropriate.
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive matter involving athletic injuries and treatments.
• Strong ability to analyze problems and determine solutions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Collegiate training room experience
• Certified Athletic Trainer Certification by the National Trainers Association
• CPR/AED Certified
• First Aid Certified

Special Conditions of Employment

• Maintain Certified Athletic Trainer status by the National Athletic Trainers Association. Must be in good standing with the NATA and the Board of Certification for athletic trainers. Attend team practices, home games and travel with assigned teams to both instate and out-of-state competitions as required. Willingness to work long hours as needed during peak times of year.
• Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse
• UCSB Campus Security Authority under Clery Act
• Satisfactory criminal history background check
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Job Functions and Percentages of Time

• 35% Treatment of Injuries - Applies professional concepts to provide the full range of prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
  1. Initiates and determines the nature, scope, and/or extent of the injury or illness of any intercollegiate athlete.
  2. Initiates medical care of athletic illness and injury.
  3. Refers and follows-up on injury referral to team physician and consulting physicians.
  4. Administers treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries prescribed by team physician and consulting physicians.
  5. Application and usage of all therapeutic modalities and rehabilitation techniques/exercise equipment.
  6. Applies prophylactic bandages, tape, and braces before all practices and games in an attempt to prevent further injury to the athletes.
  7. Advises coaches in the development and implementation of training and conditioning programs for all teams, and the reconditioning of injured athletes.
  8. Advises coaches and athletes on guidelines of specific health situations.
• 25% Training Room Operations - 1. Maintains accurate medical records and files. 2. Prepares and reviews insurance information and claims. 3. Determines training, medical supplies and equipment needs for the ATR. 4. Maintains accurate inventory of all supplies and equipment. 5. Participates in daily infection and sanitation control of the ATR by cleaning and disinfecting all equipment, floors, and tables. 6. Maintains all medical, exercise, and training room equipment. 7. Maintains compliance and certification status records of staff and coaches for First Aid responders with training in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED). 8. Coordinate the scheduling of certification courses for ICA staff as needed. 9. Serves as the liaison and coordinator of ICA Training Room services to sports camps (UCSB and privately sponsored). 10. Enforces ATR safety procedures.
• 15% Coordination of Services - Works in collaboration with campus Student Health Services (SHS), Team Physician, and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletic Training Room. 1. Assists with pre-participation physicals for all student athletes to determine if they are physically/mentally able to compete. 2. Coordinates clinical and physician appointments between athlete and SHS or an outside referral. 3. Provides a referral system for counseling and guidance services to all athletes for medical and non-medical problems. Coordinate guest lectures on specific health issues for athletes. 4. Responsible for communication with all necessary parties regarding student athlete injury status, rehabilitation status and modification to activities.
• 10% Athletic Training Internship program - Directs and administers the training program and supervises and instructs graduate assistants and athletic training student interns: 1. Coordinates training room activities during treatment, practices, and games/meets. 2. Provides an educational experience for athletic training interns. 3. Teaches in association with the development of the athletic training internship.
• 15% Other - Maintain current status as a Certified Athletic Trainer by the National Athletic Trainers Association. Complete necessary requirements of continuing education units to maintain current certified status by attending workshops, symposiums, lectures, meetings, conventions, and etc. to stay abreast of current trends. Maintain professional conduct at all times. Perform additional teaching duties and assignments with other campus departments. Conduct workshops and lectures for interested University and community groups. Complete all UCSB mandated training and awareness courses. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Associate A.D. - Sports Medicine and the Director of Athletics.

UC Vaccination Programs Policy

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccinations Programs.

As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals* must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

For more information, please visit University of California Policy on Vaccinations - https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy

*Covered Individuals: A Covered Individual includes anyone designated as Personnel or Students under this Policy who physically access a University Facility or Program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training. A person accessing a Healthcare Location as a patient, or an art, athletics, entertainment, or other publicly accessible venue at a Location as a member of the public, is not a Covered Individual.

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