Develop, coordinate and direct a comprehensive sports medical program for UTRGV’s 18 varsity sports. Perform professional and administrative services essential for the health, safety and welfare of over 400+ student-athletes. Responsible for oversight of team physicians, training room personnel, and extended medical staff within the guidelines set forth by the NATA/BOC, NCAA and the State of Texas to ensure a high standard of care for all student – athletes.
- Responsible for the operation of the athletic training facilities, as well as the direct medical care of all student-athletes, including aiding medical personnel with the prevention and treatment of athletically related injuries incurred by student athletes.
- Oversees medical staff, including athletic trainers and student trainers.
- Oversees the budget of the Athletic Training Room, including the purchase of equipment and supplies.
- Directs operations for educational programming and coordinate drug testing programs.
- Manages and maintains various records, reports and information on injuries, treatments, etc. for insurance, legal or professional purposes.
- Responsible for reporting pertinent injury and performance information to the NCAA.
- Attends scheduled team practices and competitions, including but not limited to home and away events for sports as assigned.
- Communicates with team physicians, and extended medical staff, to ensure proper evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of injured student athletes.
- Communicates effectively with coaches/student-athletes regarding injuries and playing status. Reports regularly on various metrics and operational objectives to head coaches and senior administrative staff.
- Follows the NATA Code of Ethics. Remains current on all state and national requirements for license renewal.
- Ensures compliance of Federal Rules and Regulations (HIPAA) regarding confidentiality and electronic communication.
- Leads the Strength & Conditioning staff in the development of appropriate protocols and rehabilitation programs for student-athletes.
- Reviews, manages, and assists in the negotiation of the department’s secondary insurance policy; serve as the primary overseer of all medical billing related to athletics-related injuries.
- Manages and oversees the athletics Mental Health Task Force, facilitating discussions on identified at-risk cases and emerging issues that may impact student-athlete well-being.
- Serves as the primary athletics representative in monthly coordination meetings with UT Health to review, discuss, and address topics affecting departmental operations.
- Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.
Four (4) years of experience in athletic training. Must have demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and sports medicine standards of care, ability to apply NATA/BOC code of ethics to care, excellent organizational and supervisory skills, strong communication skills, and a strong commitment to professional growth, demonstrated experience working effectively in a diverse environment, and experience working in a comprehensive sports medicine environment.
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is located at the southern tip of Texas, one of the fastest growing areas in the U.S. UTRGV provides affordable education and global opportunities to people in the region and is creating a steadfast commitment to excellence in higher education. NCAA Division I athletic program.
