Athletic Trainer
$63,710–$104,000 year
On-siteLos Angeles, California, United States
Job Summary
Coordinate athletic injury prevention, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation for UCLA varsity student-athletes under the Assistant Athletics Director. Organize injury prevention programs and assign coverage needs for Olympic sports. Manage physical exams, treatment, documentation, and rehabilitation design while supervising sports medicine student interns. Communicate athlete progress to staff, physicians, and coaches, and refer injured athletes to team physicians. Maintain written and computerized records of all injuries and treatments. Perform clinical and sideline evaluations, operate therapeutic modalities, and apply protective taping and bracing techniques. Progress athletes' rehabilitation programs independently or with consultation. Submit cover letter, resume, and references by August 12th, 2026.
Required Qualifications
- Certified as an Athletic Trainer in good standing with the NATABOC (National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification)
- Must be CPR/AED certified
- Education and relevant experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree
- Ability to perform clinical and sideline evaluation of injury
- Ability to design and implement basic treatment programs
- Ability to operate therapeutic modalities and exercise equipment
- Ability to write and maintain accurate and concise evaluations and treatment records
- Working knowledge and basic skill in therapeutic exercise techniques and functional progression programs
- Working knowledge and basic skill in application of peripheral joint/soft tissue techniques, protective wraps, tape, and bracing devices
- Ability to communicate with and maintain cooperative working relationships with all Staff, Physicians, Coaches, Student-Athletes, and outside vendors through clear and concise correspondence and reports
- Working knowledge of common systemic illnesses and management which may interfere with athletic participation
- Demonstrated skill in progressing athletes' rehabilitation programs independently or in consultation with Staff Physical Therapist or Team Physicians
- Ability to perform under difficult situations and maintain composure in the face of resistance, indifference or hostility
- Ability to operate a computer with working knowledge of various computer software systems
- Skills necessary to perform tasks with speed and accuracy with Microsoft Office applications and Smartabase Injury Tracking Software
- Knowledge of Departmental, University, Big Ten, and NCAA policies, procedures, rules and regulations
Desired Qualifications
- Master's Degree
- Previous NCAA Division I experience
- Working knowledge of anatomy, physiology and biomechanics as related to musculoskeletal athletic injuries of the peripheral joints and spine
- Ability to operate a computer with working knowledge of various computer software systems
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