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Director of Sport Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer
University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
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Details
Posted: 11-Feb-26
Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Sports Medicine
Sports Medicine - Athletic Training
Sector:
Collegiate Sports
The Director of Sports Medicine/ Head Athletic Trainer works under the direction of the team physician to care for the health and welfare of UTC's intercollegiate student-athletes. This position works primarily with the football team and supervises the staff athletic trainers who work with the other intercollegiate sports.
Responsibilities Supervision of Athletic Training staff to ensure the following:
Provision of injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for student-athletes Maintains confidential documentation and record keeping of injury reports and progress notes Ensures effective communication with athletes, coaches, medical professionals and College departments Provides staff supervision of assistant athletic trainers and interns Serves as preceptor for UTC' s Graduate Athletic Training Education program Attends practices, home and away contest for selected sport or sports Organizes and monitors the maintenance of all medical records, keeping each file up-to-date to facilitate insurance billing and payments by insuring proper documentation for any future medical or legal claims Organizes and directs all preseason physicals with physicians and coordinates medical clearance and eligibility for practice and competition Facilitates concussion testing for student athletes and other safety protocols Manages and maintains the athletic training room, and equipment including supplies and inventory Works in compliance with policies and rules of UTC, the Southern Conference, and the NCAA related to medical care for student-athletes Organizes First Aid and CPR training for staff and coaches Maintains a safe and professional environment for student athletes and department staff Coordinates institutional and NCAA drug testing protocols Provides primary athletic training duties for the football team including:
Pre-participation physical exams for student-athletes Injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for student-athletes Attendance at all practices, home contests, and away-from-contests Fosters working relationship and contract maintenance with team physicians and hospital Fosters working relationships with UTC Head Coaches
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
Ability to multi-task Good communication Organized Computer proficient Knowledge of computer-based injury tracking software Demonstrated knowledge of nutrition, strength & condition, and concussion protocols Demonstrated commitment towards student-athlete welfare Demonstrated commitment towards fiscal responsibility Ability to provide strong leadership and direction for assigned administrative area of responsibility Review of applications will begin February 20, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received by this date will receive priority consideration.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum of four (4) years' experience as a certified athletic trainer
Above includes a minimum of three (3) years' experience as an athletic trainer with supervisory responsibilities within intercollegiate athletics
Certification by the National Athletic Trainer's Association Board of Certification (NATABOC)
Active membership in the National Athletic Trainer's Association (NATA)
First Aid and CPR certification
State of Tennessee athletic training licensure or eligible for such
Preferred Qualifications: A master’s degree in athletic training or related field, including all listed certifications above, and five (5+) years’ experience working with intercollegiate football is preferred.
The University of Tennessee Chattanooga is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected hhveteran status.