Assistant Athletic Trainer for Club Sports (Athletic Trainer I)

Position Summary

The Assistant Athletic Trainer for Club Sports plays an important role in supporting the health, safety, and well-being of San Diego State University student-athletes through the delivery of comprehensive athletic training services. Under the general supervision of the Sr. Associate Athletic Director of Athletic Medicine, this position performs a full range of clinical athletic training responsibilities, including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and emergency care. The incumbent works collaboratively with physicians, healthcare providers, coaches, and athletics staff to support student-athlete health and performance while contributing to a positive and professional athletic medicine environment. This position offers the opportunity to work directly with student-athletes and club sport participants while making a meaningful impact on their athletic and personal success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct athletic training services to assigned club sport student-athletes, including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and ongoing care. 
• Coordinate and provide medical coverage for practices, competitions, conditioning activities, and championship events as assigned.
• Collaborate with physicians, healthcare providers, coaches, and athletics staff regarding injury status, treatment plans, referrals, and return-to-participation recommendations.
• Maintain medical records, administrative documentation, clinic schedules, and other athletic training program requirements in accordance with university, healthcare, and NCAA guidelines.
• Support athletic medicine operations through professional guidance of athletic training students, emergency preparedness efforts, and communication with student-athletes and campus partners.

Why Join SDSU Athletics? 

• Make a direct impact on the health, safety, and success of student-athletes through hands-on clinical care and injury prevention services.
• Work alongside experienced sports medicine professionals, physicians, and athletics staff in a collaborative NCAA Division I environment.
• Gain experience providing care across practices, competitions, rehabilitation programs, and emergency response situations.
• Contribute to a student-centered athletics program committed to excellence, wellness, and athlete development.
• Join a dynamic athletic medicine team that values professional growth, teamwork, and high-quality patient care.

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Position Information

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, temporary position with an anticipated end date of June 30, 2027, with the possibility of reappointment. 
• This position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation. 
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs. 
• Ability and willingness to travel to away contests as required 
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary

The Department of Athletics, utilizing the services of over 150 employees, is responsible for the intercollegiate athletics program at San Diego State University. Currently, there are 18 sport programs, approximately 450 student-athletes, and 17 offices in the department. The offices include the following: The Aztec Club, Administration, Athletic Medicine, Business Office, Compliance, Corporate Sales, Development, Equipment, Event Management/Facilities and Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing, Media Relations, Strength and Conditioning, Student-Athlete Academic Support Services, Ticket Office, and Video.

SDSU Athletics is committed to diversity, inclusion, and gender equity while championing the value they bring to our success. We strive to become one of the most diverse and inclusive athletic departments in the country by celebrating each other and our diverse backgrounds. We seek to establish and maintain an inclusive culture that fosters equitable participation for all.

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