Club Sport Athletic Trainer (Graduate Assistant)

University Of The, Inc.arnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 18,280 - 21,895; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Stipend of $1,800 per semester

Job summary

The University Of The Incarnate Word in San Antonio is seeking a Graduate Assistant for the Club Sport Athletic Trainer position. This role involves coordinating athletic training services for club sports and assisting with the welfare of student-athletes.

Key responsibilities include evaluating and treating injuries, maintaining training facilities, and ensuring compliance with professional standards. This is an excellent opportunity for UIW graduate students with a background in Athletic Training.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities.
• Commitment to student-athlete welfare and success.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and evaluation of athletic training services.
• Coordinate physical exams and treatment of injuries.
• Maintain athletic training rooms and inventory.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Knowledge of collegiate sports

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training

Current UIW graduate student

Job description

Club Sport Athletic Trainer (Graduate Assistant)

Position Title: Club Sport Athletic Trainer (Graduate Assistant)

Academic Year: 2026-2027

University of the Incarnate Word Mission: University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

Club Sport Athletic Trainer (Graduate Assistant) is responsible for assisting in the development, direction, and evaluation of a comprehensive athletic training Club Sports program. Coordinates and delivers athletic training services to various club student-athletes. This position reports to the Director of Sports and Wellness.

This is a student position open to current UIW graduate students.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates and delivers athletic training services to various club student-athletes including, but not limited to, coordination of physical exams, evaluation and treatment of injuries at practices and games, design and supervision of rehabilitation programs, counseling within the limits of expertise, pre-practice/game taping, and coverage of all official practices and games.
• Refers injured athletes to appropriate health care providers according to department guidelines and within the limits of expertise.
• Submits injured athlete status reports to coaches by a mutually agreed time of the day prior to practices and competitions.
• Maintains computerized injury, treatment, incident, insurance, and medication forms and/or databases according to department guidelines.
• Communicates with various department heads and supervisors as it pertains to athletic training.
• Manages, organizes, and maintains the assigned athletic training rooms, equipment, supplies, and inventory.
• Assists organizational leadership in purchasing and tracking inventory of university property.
• Serves on departmental, university, and/or national committees.
• Exhibits behaviors in strict compliance with the NATA Code of Professional Practice.
• Understands and represents the mission and vision of UIW and UIW Sports and Wellness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Ability to work during normal business work hours.
• Knowledge of sports at the collegiate level.
• Commitment to student-athlete welfare and academic success.
• Ability to prepare reports, statistical reports, inventory control, budget management, and student development for the athletic training Club Sports program.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

• A bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training.
• Current UIW graduate student.

Required Work Experience

• Must be eligible for the Texas Licensure exam.

Preferred Qualifications

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

• Must be Texas licensed or eligible.
• Should be NATA certified.
• CPR and AED certification.

Work Hours

• 20 hours per week required.
• Requires travel during the week, over the weekends, possibly during holidays and with exposure to the weather.

Physical Demands

Requires lifting of heavy objects including people, dexterity, and administration of emergency procedures when necessary.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: Tuition waiver and stipend $1,800 per semester.

EEO Statement

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Student Class Schedule
• Evidence of Required Certification(s)

Optional Documents

• Other Document