Athletic Trainer

Department Summary

The Division of Student Life supports the university’s academic mission and strategic plan through comprehensive programs and services that promote and advance student learning and success while fostering an inclusive and vibrant campus community. Student Life includes four major portfolios, the Office of the Dean of Students, Experiential Learning & Engagement, Health & Wellbeing, and Division Administration. Key programs and departments within the division include but are not limited to University Health Services, Erb Memorial Union, Physical Education & Recreation, Parent and Family Programs, Major Student Events (Commencement, Homecoming, University Day), Fraternity and Sorority Life, Counseling, Health Promotion, Multicultural and Identity Based Support Services, Student Government Engagement & Success, Student Conduct and Community Standards, and Support for Students in Crisis and Students of Concern.

University Health Services (UHS) is a unit within the Division of Student Life and is a nationally accredited (AAAHC) outpatient clinic providing primary care to students at the University of Oregon. All staff are required to uphold the values of the UHS.

This position works in support of the University Health Services mission and vision and is consistent with UO policy. Some aspects of this position may be completed in collaboration with other University departments.

Position Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to provide athletic training services to University of Oregon students as an integral part of the Sports Medicine team at University Health Services. Duties include evaluation and treatment of acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions, and patient education on injury management and prevention.

Secondarily, this position will contribute to the delivery of patient care by assisting in patient scheduling, transporting, check-in, vital signs, assisting with in-office procedures and vaccinations, phone follow-ups, and other assigned administrative duties and treatments within the scope of practice.

This position is a member of the Medical Services team and reports to the Medical Director. The employee’s primary location of practice will be within Medical Services; however, they will spend additional time in PT Services providing care within the duties and scope previously mentioned.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check and routine screening of Medicaid and Medicare Exclusion Lists. Employee loses eligibility for employment if on the List of Excluded Individuals and Entities (LEIE) and / or System of Award Management (SAM). In addition, employee must be in compliance with UHS policies regarding tuberculosis screening, measles and mumps (MMR), seasonal flu, hepatitis B, and other immunization requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in athletic training from an accredited program.
• Certified by the National Athletic Trainers Association as an Athletic Trainer, or ability to obtain certification by the agreed upon start date of employment.
• Current registration as an Athletic Trainer with State of Oregon Board of Athletic Trainers, or ability to obtain registration by the agreed upon start date of employment.
• Clinical experience as Athletic Trainer.