Athletic Trainer - Football

University of Central Florida•Orlando, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Associate A.D. / Head Football Athletic Trainer, the Athletic Trainer assists in the management of the overall Athletics Sports Medicine program within athletics, university, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations, and, under the direction of team physicians, is responsible for the care and prevention of injuries for assigned sports and football student-athletes. As a proud member of the Big 12 Conference, our mission is to positively transform the lives of our students academically, athletically and personally through a nationally competitive intercollegiate athletics program that enhances the reputation and visibility of the university. We strive to be Florida's preeminent athletic program representing UCF and our community with distinction on the national stage as “Orlando's Hometown Team.”

Requirements

Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and one year of directly related professional experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and 3 years of directly related experience
Must possess or be able to obtain the NATABOC, as well as CPR and AED certification

Nice To Haves

Master's degree
NATABOC Certified Athletic Trainer credentials
Eligible for State of Florida Athletic Training License
Athletic training experience at the NCAA Division I level or higher

Responsibilities

Research best practices / establish proficiency in the execution of emergency care, injury prevention / reduction, student-athlete recovery, and monitoring during return to play progressions within evidence-based practice and guidelines / standards / protocols set forth by the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) and the State of Florida Department of Health
Actively communicate / collaborate with team physicians, supervisor, athletic training staff, sports psychologists, performance nutrition, sports performance and coaching staff regarding student-athlete injury, health, wellness and athletic participation
Organize and execute pre-participation physical screenings of student-athletes for assigned sports
Educate student-athletes regarding best practices towards injury prevention, self-care, and health / wellness promotion
Provide medical coverage for all countable athletic related activities, including, but not limited to games, practices, sports performance sessions, etc.
Active records management of student-athlete health, documenting all encounters. Collaborates with medical clinics and insurance coordinator relative to student-athlete doctor visits
Provides supervision, scheduling, training / mentoring and logistical support to student athletic trainers and volunteers where appropriate
Management and maintenance of athletic training facility and equipment (i.e., modalities, etc.)
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Supplemental Insurances
Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness initiatives: UCF Athletics is recognized by Cigna Healthcare with the silver level Healthy Workforce Designation for our commitment to employee well-being and vitality through our benefits offerings, wellness platform and programming
Paid time off for applicable positions, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
Retirement savings options
Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
Tickets to UCF sporting events
Education assistance