Athletic Trainer

Responsibilities:

• Sport Coverage
  • Provide direct care for the gymnastics student-athletes, including prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and emergency response.
  • Ensure proper implementation of health care protocols and activate Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) as required.
  • Oversee the medical needs for practice, event coverage, and team travel.
  • Maintain doctor relationships for additional services and student-athlete care.
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  Administrative Duties
  • Maintain accurate medical records in compliance with university, state, NCAA, and NATABOC guidelines.
  • Complete injury and incident reports for accountability and documentation.
  • Manage administrative duties and supervise resident athletic trainers and student workers.
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  Leadership and Supervision
  • Lead, supervise, and mentor athletic training students, and residents.
  • Assign tasks, set goals, practice and game responsibilities and evaluate performance for women’s gymnastics.
  • Provide guidance on professional development and program advancement as needed.
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  Communication
  • Maintain effective communication with student athletes, gymnastics head coach and gymnastics staff, physicians, sports medicine staff, and university administration regarding athlete status, participation, and care plans.
  • Mentor staff in communication strategies and conflict resolution.
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  Continuing Education/Professional Development
  • Maintain certifications and pursue advanced knowledge in athletic training through conferences, certifications, and research.
  • Develop expertise in specialized areas and mentor others in these areas.
  • Participate in professional organizations and committees at local, regional, or national levels.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Athletic Training or related field.
• Current NATABOC certification.
• Current CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer certification.
• Eligibility for Utah state licensure.

• Experience with NCAA Division I, collegiate, or club gymnastics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure environments.

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV"
• Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile
• Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits ADA:

College/Department Highlights:

University Highlights:

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women’s volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women’s soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU’s commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or [email protected].

• updated 12/2025

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• updated 10/2025