Athletic Trainer

ATH TRAINER 3 (009455)

UCPath Position ID: 40263674

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

1125544

Approved Date:

11/26/2025 12:31:54 PM

Date Last Edited:

11/26/2025 12:31:50 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

7/1/2019

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

7000O

Organization:

VC STUDENT AFFAIRS

Division Code:

7300D

Division:

CAMPUS LIFE

Department:

373000 - CULTURAL & RECREATIONAL AFFAIRS

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

40263674

Position Description ID

171290

UC Payroll Title:

ATH TRAINER 3 (009455)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

Grade 21

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40854342

Reports to Payroll Title:

ATH TRAINER 3

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40058049

Department Head Payroll Title:

ADMIN MGR 1

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the UCLA Recreation Director of Athletic Training Services, the Athletic Trainer provides high-level injury prevention, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation services to UCLA Club Sports student-athletes, the UCLA Spirit Squad, and Bruinettes. The Athletic Trainer coordinates continuity of care between the Club Sports Athletic Training Center and The Ashe Center, supports the concussion management program, and assists in athletic training services for various teams to include: coordination and review of physicals exams for teams, evaluation and treatment of injuries, concussion baseline assessments, design and supervision of rehabilitation programs, evening clinical and weekend event coverage, and supervision of student support staff. The position also involves staff education, department committee opportunities, and collaboration across campus departments to deliver comprehensive care to UCLA students and athletes.

UCLA Recreation is a large department within the Division of Campus Life in Student Affairs with approximately 90 full-time career and contract and over 1,000 part-time employees. UCLA Recreation provides extensive access to a broad range of recreational activities and wellbeing services, and offers programming which encompasses the competitive, passive, social, cultural, and instructional aspects of recreational activity. In addition, the department manages 15 of the University's recreational and athletic facilities offering recreation, competition, and numerous multi-use options for student and university events.

Club Sport and Student Athlete Care

 Provide athletic injury prevention, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation to UCLA Club Sports athletes and the UCLA Spirit Squad. Evaluate and treat injuries during practices and competitions, ensuring proper referral to team physicians or Ashe Center providers as per Sports Medicine guidelines. Design and supervise individualized rehabilitation and injury prevention programs, coordinate pre-participation physicals, and baseline concussion testing. Maintain detailed documentation of all athlete encounters, treatments, and progress in both written and electronic records. Communicate clearance status and updates with coaches, medical staff, and conditioning personnel, ensuring safe return-to-play decisions.

1. Coordinate, at a high level, athletic injury prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation to UCLA Club Athletes and UCLA Spirit Squad.

2. Share responsibility of Athletic Training services for various teams as assigned by the Director of Athletic Training Services. Training services to include: coordination and review of physical exams for club sport teams, evaluation and treatment of injuries, coordinate concussion baseline testing, design and supervision of rehabilitation programs, and organize injury prevention programs

3. Evaluation and treatment of injuries at all practice sessions and games.

4. Refer injured athletes to appropriate UCLA team physicians as per guidelines in the UCLA Sports Medicine Manual. 

5. Supervise and counsel Student Assistants assigned to the clinic.

6. Communication and documentation of athlete progress to athletic training staff, physicians, conditioning staff and coaches.

7. Maintain written and computerized documentation on all athletes' injuries, treatments and rehabilitation as per guidelines in the UCLA Manual.

8. Submits injured athlete status report to coaches and the Director of Athletic Training Services at designated times.

9. Manage and maintain athletic training supply inventory. Oversee and document club sport medical kit check-in/out.

10. Serve as a liaison to UCLA Steve Tish BrainSPORT group for referred care of moderate-severe traumatic brain injuries.

11. Assist in maintaining club registrants’ medical clearance in Club Sports Registration software Ideal Logic.

75%

Training and Supervision

1. Organize informative bi-monthly instructional in-service seminars top progress level of rehabilitation knowledge of the entire staff.

2. Organize guest lecturers and practical laboratories to enhance staff professional development.

3. Maintain necessary units of clinical education per requirements of the NATA by attending courses and/or following criterion outlined by the institution.

4. Assist in the organization of an All-Staff Athletic Training Meeting involving an in-depth day of lectures and laboratories pertaining to new developments in research or a particular body part.

5. Supervise Student Assistants to ensure timely advancement in the student athletic trainer internship program. Supervise Sports Medicine Volunteer program. Oversee volunteer clinical skills check-offs and coordinate in-service opportunities.

6. Serve as a clinical preceptor to Cal Statue University Northridge and Cal State University Long Beach athletic training students. Maintain clinical preceptor status by attending mandatory clinical preceptor workshops and off-campus ATS board exams.

7. Complete online mandatory trainings and in-person trainings assigned by the UCLA Club Sports Medical Director of the UCLA Ashe Student Health Center.

8. Schedule and coordinate part-time athletic trainers to in-clinic and weekend event assignments.

9. Work with supervisor and departmental HR to review and approve all timesheets, following required guidelines and timelines.

10. Submits quarterly reports to Director of Athletic Training Services pertaining to injury surveillance, contact logs, inventory, and staffing.

11. Maintain compliance with all required employee training and credentialing standards established by the UCLA Department of Recreation and Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center.

15%

Other Duties as Assigned

1. Perform monthly safety checks on all rehabilitation equipment, organize maintenance and repairs, and evaluate need for purchasing new equipment.

2. Work with representatives from rehab equipment companies to select best and most cost effective goods - including, but not limited to: braces, strengthening and stretching devices, electrical modalities, etc...

3. Comply with all Department rules and regulations as well as those of other applicable governing bodies.

4. Perform other administrative duties as assigned by the Director of Athletic Training Services.

5. Serve in Recreational committees and subcommittees: (a) Recreational Student Internship Committee; (b) Club Sports Executive Council; and (c) Club Sports Safety Officer training.

6. Serve as a First/Aid CPR Instructor for the UCLA Recreation Department.

7. Meet with Competitive Sports Staff weekly to debrief and review weekend event/game logistics. Attend quarterly UCLA Club Sports General Assembly Meetings to present athletic training-specific policies and procedures.

8. Attend quarterly cross-departmental meetings to foster collaboration (i.e. UCLA Campus-Wide Eating Disorder Partnership Meeting, Ashe AT/PT/Acupuncturist Meeting, and UCLA Sports Medicine Noon Conference).

10%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

•

Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Required

Master's Degree

Master’s Degree in Athletic Training or related field

Preferred

Previous NCAA Division I experience

Preferred

3–5 years of collegiate athletic training experience

Preferred

Certified as an Athletic Trainer in good standing with the NATABOC (National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification).

prior to hire, maintained during employment

Required

Must be CPR/AED certified

within first 3 months of employment

Required

National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) membership

Preferred

Working knowledge of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and athletic injury mechanisms.

Required

Ability to perform comprehensive injury evaluations and design effective treatment programs.

Required

Proficiency in therapeutic exercise techniques and rehabilitation equipment operation.

Required

Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with coaches, medical staff, and students.

Required

Skilled in taping, bracing, manual therapy, and other orthopedically-relevant modalities.

Required

Knowledge of systemic conditions affecting athletic participation.

Required

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple demands in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Required

Proficiency with EMR systems and other medical documentation software.

Required

Commitment to confidentiality and professional discretion in handling sensitive information.

Required

Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and across multidisciplinary teams.

Required

Knowledge of university health policies, NCAA/NATA standards, and other applicable regulations.

Preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

John Wooden Center

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 2: Position in which required tasks normally do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but may require performing unplanned Classification 1 tasks. In these jobs the normal work performance involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. However, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment.