Assistant Athletic Trainer

• Closes 27-Dec-2023 (CST)
• Athletics
• River Forest, IL, USA
• Salary

Assistant Athletic Trainer

• Closes 27-Dec-2023 (CST)
• Athletics
• River Forest, IL, USA
• Salary
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Concordia University Chicago (CUC) invites applications for the full-time, exempt position of Assistant Athletic Trainer. This position reports directly to the Head Athletic Trainer and is located in River Forest, IL.

The Assistant Athletic Trainer will assist the Head Athletic Trainer in all aspects of the Concordia University Chicago intercollegiate athletic training program including practice/game coverage, daily rehabilitation, training room supervision including student employees, drug testing, and athlete education. The Assistant Athletic Trainer will be responsible for day-to-day athletic training needs of his/her primary teams, as well as, assisting with other duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer and Team Physicians. This position will also include summer sports camp coverage.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Coordinates coverage and recommend procedures with the head athletic trainer for the prevention, recognition, evaluation and immediate care of student athletic injuries
• Recommends and supervises rehabilitation and reconditioning of student athletic injuries
• Assists in referrals to health care providers
• Attends at-home competitive athletic school sponsored events as requested by the head athletic trainer and is available to provide emergency care and first aid at such events until the arrival of emergency medical personnel or other health care provider
• Supervises daily rehabilitation set hours Monday-Friday (including overseeing staff athletic trainer rehabilitation)
• Consults with the team physicians on a regular basis regarding patient care
• Assists athletic staff with the administration of drug testing and education
• Assists with daily training room operations such as medical record keeping, physician led injury clinics, and supply inventory
• Consults with coaches, parents/guardians and student athletes as necessary
• Oversees student assistants including day-to-day tasks, scheduling, and serving as an overall resource
• Assists head athletic trainer with duties as assigned
• Candidates must support and be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University Chicago, a university of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod (LCMS)

Skill Sets:

• Strong administrative skills, including related computer and technology skills
• Superior verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively with all persons involved in the sports and athletic training programs at Concordia University Chicago, as well as, with colleagues from various institutions and the general public.
• Enthusiastic supporter of Lutheran higher education and Concordia University Chicago
• Support of and commitment to Concordia University's Christian mission
• Demonstrated knowledge of best practices for athletic trainers
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail and consistent follow through with appropriate stakeholders
• Commitment and respect for diversity
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, administration, and students

Minimum Experience Required:

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in athletic training required
• Experience in supervising student employees and intercollegiate football required
• Experience with drug testing preferred

Education/Certification Requirements:

• Master's degree with a concentration in athletic training or related field
• NATABOC & NATA certification
• State of Illinois licensure or eligibility
• Memberships in the National Athletic Trainers Association, the Great Lakes Athletic Trainers' Association, and the Illinois Athletic Trainers' Association
• CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer or BLS Healthcare Provider CPR certification
• Strength & Conditioning certification preferred

Compensation and Benefits:

Starting range is dependent upon individual qualifications and experience. Concordia University Chicago benefit options include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and/or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability and Survivor Plan (Basic Life Insurance)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Tuition benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)

Application Information:

Interested individuals should include a cover letter, resume and references with their online application.

Concordia does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, however, and to the extent allowed by law, Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religious affiliation.

Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that oversee, teach or support our international programs.

About Concordia University Chicago:

Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran tradition. Through its College of Theology, Arts & Humanities, College of Business, College of Education, and College of Health, Science & Technology, Concordia-Chicago offers more than 160 areas of study in small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. All undergraduate and graduate degrees are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Concordia University Chicago has been recognized as a College of Distinction since 2010, and is consistently ranked among the Best Regional Universities-Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. For more than a decade, combined undergraduate and graduate enrollment has exceeded 5,000 students. Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest, 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Learn more about our commitment to higher education, rooted in the Gospel, at CUChicago.edu.

Steadfast in Jesus Christ as revealed in the Holy Scriptures, Concordia University Chicago promotes academic rigor in its liberal arts and professional programs; grounds students in objective truth, integrity, and excellence; and practices faithfulness to the Confessional teachings of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod, as it forms students for vocations in church, family, and the world.