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Athletic TrainerUniversity of California - Santa Cruz • Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Athletic Trainer

Athletic Trainer

University of California - Santa Cruz • Santa Cruz, CA, United States
16 days ago
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  • Full-time
  • Part-time
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81969

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Santa Cruz

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The IRD for this job is : 11-10-2025

ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

At UC Santa Cruz, we strive to enrich the total educational experience by promoting physical activity, encouraging health and wellness, creating and shaping community, and cultivating direction. Through our diverse offerings in athletics, classes, workshops, outdoor trips, intramural sports leagues, tournaments, clubs, drop-in activities, and recreational facilities, we strive to provide opportunities for UCSC students, staff and faculty, retirees, alumni, and local community members to participate. As one of the largest student employers on campus, we also have many work-study and non-work student jobs in our facilities and programs. Our goal is to provide a wide variety of professional programs and physical activities that promote and enhance community, learning, motivational skills, lifelong wellness, and academic achievement.

More information can be found at : https : / / goslugs.com

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Head Athletic Trainer this position provides sports medicine support for student athletes. The Athletic Trainer (AT) works with athletes, coaches and strength and conditioning staff to prevent, diagnose, treat, and rehabilitate injuries. The AT collaborates with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure the student athlete receives comprehensive care.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Budgeted Salary :

  • $87,780 / year (
  • Prorated due to the Partial-Year Career appointment type- Salary is $7,315 / month for 10 months annually)
  • Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.

    Benefits Level Eligibility : Full benefits

    Schedule Information :

  • Full-time, Fixed
  • Percentage of Time : 100%, 40 Hours per Week
  • Days of the Week : Mon-Fri & Weekends as needed
  • Shift Includes : Day, Evening, Night, Weekend
  • Employee Classification : Partial-Year Career appointment (10 Months)

    Job End Date : None

    Work Location : UC Santa Cruz Main Campus

    Union Representation : Non-Represented

    Job Code Classification : ATH TRAINER 3 (009455), GRADE 21

    Travel : Up to 50% of the time

    JOB DUTIES

    55% - Athletic Training

  • Provides intercollegiate and sports club athletes with complex, advanced injury prevention training, and evaluation, management and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
  • Applies professional concepts to provide the full range of prevention and rehabilitation of athletic injuries by means of protective and therapeutic wrappings and use of therapeutic modalities, devices, and rehabilitation techniques.
  • Provides medical coverage to home practices, games, and some away competitions.
  • Administers first-aid to athletes.
  • Maintains discretion and confidentiality and handles sensitive matters involving athletic injuries and treatment.
  • Screens and refers injured athletes to athletic team physician or other medical services as needed.
  • 15% - Reporting and Chart Maintenance

  • Reports injuries, completing appropriate documentation, and maintenance of medical charts.
  • 15% - Rehabilitation

  • Provides moderate to complex rehabilitation of athletic injuries through the use of various therapeutic exercise programs.
  • Provides advanced manual therapy skills applicable to orthopedics and sports medicine.
  • 10% - Administration, Travel, and Safety

  • Works in a collaborative manner, organizes and prioritizes work assignments and develops recommendations.
  • Assists in developing, coordinating, and administering a comprehensive sports medical program for Intercollegiate Athletics.
  • Performs professional and administrative services as it pertains to athletic training as assigned.
  • Participates in student aide / intern program.
  • Enforces safety procedures.
  • Responsible for inventory maintenance, including clinical supplies and rehab equipment.
  • May drive a university or personal vehicle for team travel and / or professional development.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
  • 5% - Equipment and Facility Maintenance

  • Maintains athletic training facilities and equipment, ensuring all athletic equipment is fully operational and athletic training rooms are maintained according to standards
  • REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in a CAATE accredited athletic training education program.
  • Computer skills in programs relevant to job duties.
  • Thorough skills associated with athletic injury prevention and the administration of therapeutic modalities, devices, and rehabilitation techniques, as well as of first-aid, athletic equipment, and injury assessment and treatment.
  • Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive matters involving athletic injuries and treatments.
  • Thorough knowledge of electronic medical records systems.
  • For positions associated with Sports Medicine, must maintain current knowledge of applicable rules and standards of the affiliated athletic conference, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) or National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), as well as other associations and agencies to which the campus adheres. At all times, avoid any and all violations of these rules and standards.
  • Strong ability to work in a highly collaborative manner with others, including athletes, team physicians, faculty, staff and others in the athletic department.
  • Strong verbal communication skills.
  • Strong written communication skills.
  • Knowledge of procurement function and campus budget requirements relating to athletic equipment and supplies.
  • Strong ability to organize and prioritize work assignments and complete assignments within required timelines.
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills needed to work with a diverse client group.
  • Strong manual therapy skills applicable to orthopedics and sports medicine.
  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master's degree in related field.
  • Familiar with evaluating proper primary insurance coverage.
  • SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

  • Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
  • Selected candidate must pass the employment misconduct disclosure process.
  • Must possess a valid license to drive in the state of California and be able to participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) pull notice program.
  • Professional Athletic Trainer Certification.
  • CPR / First Aid / AED Certification or ability to obtain it within 60 calendar day of hire.
  • Ability to work long periods of time in wilderness conditions and to travel to remote areas.
  • Ability to work in conditions of variable temperature / weather with possible exposure to strong, unpleasant odors, high levels of noise and vibrations, and exposure to dust and allergens.
  • Ability to sustain exposure to dusty, noisy environments and inclement weather as necessary to carry out assigned duties and responsibilities.
  • Ability to safely perform the physical requirements necessary to move light to moderate objects up to 60 lbs., with or without accommodation.
  • The selected candidate will be required to work all scheduled hours on-site.
  • Ability to work a variable schedule including evenings and weekends.
  • Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
  • Clery Act : This position has been identified as a Campus Security Authority (CSA); required to report crimes, incidents, and disciplinary referral statistics as required by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (20 USC
  • 1092(f)).
  • Ability to travel to multiple work locations on and off campus.
  • Ability to travel within a defined regional or service area.
  • Ability to travel nationally.
  • Ability to travel internationally.
  • Ability to maintain appearance and conduct suitable for working in a professional setting.
  • The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California vaccine program.
  • Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here .
  • Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.
  • Misconduct Disclosure Requirement

    As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional 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; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

    a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, 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
  • SAFETY STATEMENT

    All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.

    NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY

    In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (the Clery Act), the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR) is available at : https : / / chancellor.ucsc.edu / annual-security-reports / .

    This report is published by October 1st of each year and includes current institutional policies and procedures concerning campus safety and security; fire safety and evacuation policies; sexual misconduct and relationship violence reporting and response protocols; and crime and fire statistics for the three previous calendar years. A paper copy of the ASFSR is available upon request by contacting the UCSC Police Department at 114 Carriage House Rd., Santa Cruz, CA 95064, or by calling 831-459-2231 Ext. 1.

    EEO / AA

    The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy .

    It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

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