Assistant Athletic Trainer

This position will be responsible for organization and supervision of health care delivery to student-athletes under the supervision of the Director of Sports Medicine and the Team Physician. The Assistant Athletic Trainer will help deliver care to over 300 student-athletes of Bethel College. Some travel will be required.

Department

Athletics

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Assistant Athletic Trainer

This position will be responsible for organization and supervision of health care delivery to student-athletes under the supervision of the Director of Sports Medicine and the Team Physician. The Assistant Athletic Trainer will help deliver care to over 300 student-athletes of Bethel College. Some travel will be required.

Department

Athletics

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Classification

Full-time [1.0 FTE], exempt, benefits-eligible

Essential Functions

• Support the mission, vision, and values of Bethel College
• Assist in the supervision, planning, and coordination of the assessment and treatment of injuries for all student-athletes
• Assist in the daily operation of the Athletic Training Clinic
• Provide proper medical coverage at all home athletic events and practices, as well as away events, as directed by the Director of Sports Medicine
• Organize and maintain daily records and compile injury/treatment reports for review
• Administer emergency care and make medical referrals for student-athletes
• Provide accommodation recommendations, related to sport, for student-athletes with restrictions or limitations
• Provide counseling opportunities to student-athletes regarding injuries, treatment rehabilitation, and time lost from participation—establishing medical confidentiality when appropriate
• Assist in coordination of educational programs targeted to increase awareness in the areas of prevention and treatment of injuries
• Assist with the administration and collection of pre-participation exams and compliance paperwork
• Assist Director of Sports Medicine with secondary insurance claims(s) processing
• Support the Bethel College concussion management protocol in consultation with the Bethel College Sports Medicine Team
• Maintain good standing with the NATA/BOC and Kansas State Board of Healing Arts for Athletic Training Licensure
• Demonstrate awareness of and compliance with all NAIA and KCAC rules and guidelines regarding medical aspects of sports
• Demonstrate strong communication skills with student-athletes, supervisor, team physician, and coaching staff
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to learn and adapt to changing work processes, including moving from in-person to remote work and back, as necessitated by Bethel College policy or as directed by the supervisor
• Other duties and responsibilities pertaining to athletic training as assigned by supervisor
• Satisfy the duties of a Campus Security Authority (CSA) relating to the duties of an Official with Authority (OWA) and Mandated Reporter relating to Title IX and the Bethel College Equal Opportunity, Harassment, & Non-Discrimination Policy and Procedures
• Arrive on time for work, attend work regularly, and successfully complete the responsibilities of the position
• Comply with Bethel College policies and procedures

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in athletic training, health science, or related field, required
• Master’s degree in athletic training, health science, or related field, preferred
• Familiarity in working with a small school, preferred

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

• NATA BOC Certified
• Current Kansas Athletic Licensure or eligible
• Valid driver’s license

Skills Required

• Applied Knowledge: must have knowledge of a large range of medical problems. Assessment, evaluation skills and working with other healthcare professionals will be required.
• Decision-Making Skills: Ability to think critically and make independent decisions regarding the assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and return to play decisions per state licensure guidelines.
• Attention to Detail: should be thorough and detailed with injury tracking and documentation.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate effectively in high stress/pressure situations when talking to patients, medical professionals, staff, and families.
• Must have the ability to organize, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks with little or no supervision.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the position require:

• Lifting (100 lbs maximum) with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects
• Repeated reaching and crouching
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one facility or building location to another
• Ascending and descending stairs
• Ability to perform tasks both sitting and standing for extended periods of time
• Ability to function well in a standard office setting
• Outdoor work environment
• Medium/indoor work environment

Work Environment and Conditions

All the essential job functions are subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform other job-related instructions as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. This position description is not all-inclusive and may change at the option of the (supervisor or department head). Any major change will result in the position being reviewed for reclassification.

Application Information

Please complete a Bethel College application and attach resume, cover letter and references.

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Bethel College does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on basis of race, religion, color, sex/gender, pregnancy, political affiliation, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability (including perceived disability), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status (including disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, and Armed Forces Service Medal veteran), predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal law. The College also prohibits retaliation against any person opposing discrimination or participating in any discrimination investigation or complaint process internally or externally. Reports of misconduct, questions regarding Title IX, and concerns about noncompliance should be directed to the Director of Human Resources & Compliance (Title IX Coordinator). For a complete copy of the policy or for more information, please contact the Director of Human Resources & Compliance (Title IX Coordinator) at titleixcoordinator@bethelks.edu or (316) 284-5248 or the Assistant Secretary of Education within the Office for Civil Rights (OCR). Both the applicable Bethel College Policy and further information is available online.

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