Assistant Athletic Trainer - Full Time

Spalding-University Center - Louisville, KY 40203

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Education Level

Master's

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Assistant Athletic Trainer - Full Time

Spalding-University Center - Louisville, KY 40203

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Overview

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

Master's

Category

Education

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Description

JOB LOCATION:

___ Fully Remote

___ Hybrid (Some remote work some on campus work)

_x__ On Campus

 

JOB SUMMARY                                                                                                     

The full-time Assistant Athletic Trainer will maintain and coordinate a comprehensive sports medicine program for Spalding University athletics under the leadership of the Head Athletic Trainer.  

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform professional and administrative services essential for the success of the program under the supervision of the Head Athletic Trainer
• Duties will include injury prevention, emergency care, first aid and physical rehabilitation of injuries incurred by Spalding University's intercollegiate athletes
• Will organize and conduct medically prescribed sports rehabilitation and conditioning programs following an injury and be responsible for appropriate organization and implementation of athletic insurance claim paperwork and follow-up as necessary
• Also supervise and participate in the teaching of graduate athletic training students enrolled in an innovative, new entry-level Master of Science Degree Program in Athletic Training. Some weekends and overnight travel are required
• Other Duties and Responsibilities include:
  • Practice and game supervision/coverage 
  • Effective communication with athletes, coaches, families, university officials, and physicians 
  • Referring athletes for appropriate diagnostic, follow-up procedures, and injury tracking. 

Qualifications

SKILLS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS                                             

• Applicants must be certified by the National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) and eligible for licensure in the state of Kentucky
• A master’s degree and previous collegiate athletic training experience is preferred
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication, multitasking, and budget management skills in addition to knowledge of the NCAA
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multitask 
• Proficiency in Microsoft word, Excel, and Power Point 
• Knowledge of and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations 
• Understanding of and/or willingness to learn an NCAA Division III academic and sports culture  
• A strong background in professional athletic training 
• Past work with student-athletes at the high school and/or collegiate level  
• Commitment to inclusiveness and collegiality in personal and professional work and mentoring students and faculty on the importance of multicultural and multidisciplinary applications  
• Commitment and alignment with Spalding University’s Mission is essential 
• Regular or daily contact with administration, faculty, staff, and students. 
• Regular contact with the general public. 
• Must be able to work with, listen to, appreciate, and collaborate and lead with diverse populations  
• An understanding and ability to apply and enforce university Covid-19 and NCAA protocols

INTERRELATIONS

• Working closely and communicating often and openly with the Head Athletic Trainer (the position’s supervisor)
• Ability to listen to, take direction and guidance from, and be held accountable by the Head Athletic Trainer
• The ability to effectively communicate with and solve problems for diverse groups, including prospective or current students, fellow counselors and support staff, alumni, and other constituencies
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in an environment characterized by large workloads, deadline pressures and high-performance standards.  

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All applications are made through the Paycom Applicant Tracking System.

ABOUT SPALDING UNIVERSITY:

Spalding University offers a comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, Spalding matching contribution up to 5% to your 403b/Roth retirement plan, generous Paid Time Off program, Parental Leave, paid holidays, paid life insurance and long-term disability, paid time for volunteering, and more.

Situated in the heart of downtown Louisville, Kentucky’s largest city, Spalding University combines a rich social justice history and a commitment to community service as we attract students who desire a high-quality education in a very personalized setting. An engaged faculty serves nearly 2,000 students at the bachelors’, master’s and doctoral levels, providing real-world learning in liberal and professional studies.

Faculty, staff and students are united by the institutional mission: _ Spalding University is a diverse community of learners dedicated to meeting the needs of the times in the tradition of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth through quality undergraduate and graduate liberal and professional studies, grounded in spiritual values, with an emphasis on service and the promotion of peace and justice _ .

With a focus on service and leadership, Spalding offers all students a mission-driven connection to community and comprehensive learning resources while striking a distinctive balance serving the educational needs of both the traditional student and the working student. In addition, our unique 8-week class delivery format affords students scheduling flexibility amidst other life responsibilities.

Spalding aspires to become the first choice for students of compassion and service.  Celebrated for a rigorous yet nurturing environment, emulated for interdisciplinary collaborations, and acclaimed for contributions to the community. 

Spalding University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University complies with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws. It is the University’s policy not to discriminate against any individual or group of individuals and to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, veteran status or other protected status. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

 

 

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