Carson-Newman University is a Christian, liberal arts-based University built upon the Lordship of Jesus Christ as evidenced historically and revealed in the Scriptures.
Job Title:_ ATHLETIC TRAINER
Department:_Athletics
Reports To:_ Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine
Carson-Newman University is a Christian, liberal arts-based University built upon the Lordship of Jesus Christ as evidenced historically and revealed in the Scriptures.
Job Title:_ ATHLETIC TRAINER
Department:_Athletics
Reports To:_ Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine
Apply NowFLSA Status:_Exempt
Time Requirements:_Full Time, 40+ hours per week
Summary Description:_ To assist with the supervision and coordination of the University’s overall Sports Medicine program, including, but not limited to: injury prevention, evaluation, management, and treatment of athletic injuries, short-term and long-term rehabilitation of athletic injuries, education and counseling of student-athletes, and athletics related health care administration in consultation with and under the supervision of the Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine, Medical Director, Team Physician(s) and other qualified medical personnel.
Functional Description:
Supervisory Responsibilities: Work Study Students
Education: Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree Preferred
Experience: None required
Required Skills: Certification by National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification required
Licensure as an Athletic Trainer by the Tennessee Department of Health
Physical Demands: Most of the tasks an Athletic Trainer must perform on a daily basis are physical in nature. These tasks vary from routine ankle taping to lifting and moving heavy objects to the intricate work of closing wounds. The Athletic Trainer must be able to endure standing at games for up to 3 or more hours. Other duties of the Athletic Trainer require sustained focus for extended periods of time as well as decision making and communication skills. The Athletic Trainer must be able to work extended, unconventional hours, including evenings, weekends, and sometimes holidays including travel. This position requires the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time and move about athletic facilities as needed (including climbing stairs/bleachers). This position will also carry, move, and set up equipment pertaining to job responsibilities (e.g. training tables, water coolers, ice bags, etc.). This position is required to work home contests, and special events as needed, which occur at both indoor and outdoor venues. Ability to work in various weather conditions, including inclement weather, is necessary. The majority of this role’s schedule will be spent attending to student-athletes; these hours can be emotionally and mentally demanding, especially when dealing with someone who has just sustained an injury or is anticipating an upcoming surgery.
Employee Expectations: The University expects all employees to conduct themselves in a manner that is appropriate for a Christian institution and to be worthy examples in moral conduct and behavior for the students of the University and fellow employees.
Person | Role |
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Kelsey Petz |
Director of Sports Medicine |
Person | Role |
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Kelsey Petz |
Director of Sports Medicine |
Person | Role |
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Mike Van Bruggen |
Associate Athletics Director of Sports Medicine |
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