Athletic Trainer/Assistant Director of Athletic Medicine-Football

Job Description

What We Are Looking For

The Athletic  Department at Baylor University is seeking a Athletic Trainer/Assistant Director of Athletic Medicine-Football to support the Baylor University's Mission.

A Master's Degree is required along with two years of experience and an active Christian faith are required. 5 years or relevant work experience preferred; Power 5 Football and/or NFL experience is also preferred.

All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. 

What You Will Do

Medical 

• Provide medical care to student-athletes under the delegated authority of the team physician including facilitation and/or coordination of injury and illness care of student-athletes.  Provide practice, training, and competition medical coverage for the football program.

Communication 

• Maintain communication with student-athletes, parents of student-athletes, team physicians, staff, and athletics administration.  Appropriately maintain medical documentation for the care of student-athletes while supporting confidentiality of protected health information.  Develop and maintain supportive relationships with external health care providers including athletic trainers, physical therapist, physicians and other providers supporting the healthcare of student-athletes. 

Operations

• Assist in the maintenance and proper use of athletic training facilities in order to create an efficient and safe working environment. Oversite of practice and event set-up. Ensure proper trunk maintenance and packing.

Compliance

• Maintain a working knowledge of and adherence to all NCAA, Big 12 Conference and institution rules and regulations and to communicate immediately any possible infractions of such rules and regulations to Athletics Governance and Regulatory Affairs staff.

Other Duties

• Other duties as requested by the Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics (or designee)
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission  
• Ability to comply with University policies  
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance  

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.  To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor  and our strategic vision, Illuminate .  Also, explore our great hometown of Waco  and the many opportunities to engage locally.   If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

About Us
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor’s commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others.  Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Job Info

• Job Identification 16020
• Job Category Staff
• Posting Date 12/18/2023, 11:10 AM
• Degree Level Master
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1500 S University Parks Drive, Waco, TX, 76706, US