Assistant Athletic Trainer

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Job Location

Howell Campus - Howell, MI

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

4 Year Degree

Description

ASSISTANT ATHLETIC TRAINER

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Job Details

Job Location

Howell Campus - Howell, MI

Position Type

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Full Time

Education Level

4 Year Degree

Description

ASSISTANT ATHLETIC TRAINER

JOB DESCRIPTION | SUMMARY:

The Assistant Athletic Trainer will be responsible for the athletic health care administration that includes the development, coordination, and delivery of professional and administrative services essential to the successful implementation of a sports medicine program under the direction of the Head Athletic Trainer. Serves as the primary clinician in the prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and illnesses to Cleary University student-athletes. Significant night and weekend hours.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the coordination and coverage of athletic training services including other staff members with assignment of practice and game coverage.
• Primary liaison with physicians in scheduling orthopedic clinic events, physical exam sessions, collaborating on athlete status, and contact for referrals.
• Assist in processing and management of insurance claims for injuries sustained while participating in athletic department program.
• Maintaining medical records on student-athletes, utilizing injury tracking software, to include physical exams, insurance information, and injury evaluation and rehabilitation reports.
• Assist with the daily operation and maintenance of the athletic training facility.
• Assist in the creation and execution of new or established protocols and procedures to ensure a save competitive environment.
• Develop and communicate athletic training policies and procedures for visiting teams.
• Other duties as assigned by Athletic Director or Head Athletic Trainer.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must demonstrate an understanding of university culture and a commitment to leading an intercollegiate sports medicine program in the context of an academically rigorous collegiate environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in sports medicine/athletic training required from four-year College, university, or Master’s program.
• Certified Athletic Trainer from National Athletic Trainers Association
• Proven organizational, administrative, communications and interpersonal skills
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills including verbal and written.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Licensed or eligible in the state of Michigan

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS:

• Evening and weekend hours’ essential
• Leads with the highest ethical and moral standards
• Excellent communication skills
• Maintain a professional demeanor while working with a high volume of contacts and a diverse range of constituents, including external partners, students, and College personnel
• Multi-task, problem-solve organizational skills and pay attention to detail

• Speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organizations

• Comfort and flexibility with technology

• Highly self-directed, motivated and goal oriented

• Strong commitment to ethical conduct

• Ability to form strong working relationships with staff members, board members, and influential volunteers

• Must understand and practice the highest level of confidentiality

Supervised by:

Head Athletic Trainer

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