About this role
Job Family Group: StaffDepartment/Office: Athletic TrainersTime Type: Full timeCompensation: Please note, starting salaries are based on factors including internal equity, relevant experience, and education. Exemption Status: ExemptJob Description:
The Fellowship Athletic Trainer is a structured, non-accredited developmental position designed for recent graduates seeking to enhance their clinical skills and gain experience in collegiate athletics. This mentored role provides supervised, hands-on experience in sports medicine while supporting the healthcare needs of student-athletes.
This position is intended to serve as a bridge between academic preparation and full-time clinical practice
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Assist athletic training staff in the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and illnesses. • Provide supervised medical coverage for assigned teams, including practices and competitions. • Support daily athletic training room operations, including treatment implementation and modality application. • Maintain accurate medical documentation under the direction of supervising athletic trainers. • Assist with injury tracking, rehabilitation programs, and return-to-play progression plans. • Participate in implementation of emergency action plans and safety procedures. • Travel with teams as assigned, under supervision. • Assist with administrative tasks such as inventory management and general facility upkeep.
Supervision and Scope of Practice
• Works under the direct supervision of licensed and certified athletic trainers. • Clinical decision-making and return-to-play determinations remain the responsibility of supervising staff. • This position is educational in nature and does not function as an independent healthcare provider within the department.
Professional Development
• Participate in a structured mentorship program with senior athletic training staff. • Attend weekly or bi-weekly educational sessions, including case studies and skill development.
Gain exposure to:
• Collegiate healthcare models • Insurance and claims processes • Interdisciplinary care (team physicians, mental health, nutrition) • Opportunities to assist with research, presentations, or departmental initiatives. • Encouraged to pursue continuing education and professional certifications.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Athletic Training from a CAATE-accredited program. • BOC certified (or certification eligible). • Eligible for Texas state licensure. • Strong desire to pursue a career in athletic training or sports medicine. • Excellent communication and organizational skills. • Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
Preferred Qualifications
• Prior clinical rotations or internship experience in collegiate athletics. • Interest in pursuing advanced roles in collegiate or professional sports medicine.
Term of Appointment
• 10-month appointment aligned with the academic year. • Designed as a temporary developmental role (typically 1–2 years maximum, non-renewable or limited renewal). Reporting Structure Reports to the Head Athletic Trainer / Director of Sports Medicine. Works under the daily supervision of assigned staff athletic trainers.