The Director of Sports Medicine shall have the primary responsibility of managing the development of the overall sports medicine program, including prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, treatment and rehabilitation, educational programs, and counseling of student-athletes in the sports medicine program.This position will report directly to the Associate Athletic Director of Internal Operations.
Essential Functions:
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The Director of Sports Medicine shall have the primary responsibility of managing the development of the overall sports medicine program, including prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, treatment and rehabilitation, educational programs, and counseling of student-athletes in the sports medicine program.This position will report directly to the Associate Athletic Director of Internal Operations.
Coordinate program development, and athletic training facility operations, coordinate or assign other athletic trainers, and provide direction and training to the team of athletic trainers, interns, or students.
Screening, prevention, and care of sports-related injuries and conditions
Provides direct athletic training coverage of athletic practices and contests, including evening and weekend assignments as assigned.
Supervises safety factors of athletic competition by ensuring the elimination of undue hazards.
May assist injured athletes in completing and submitting insurance claims.
Participate in recruitment, as appropriate to the area of operation.
Ability to manage, prioritize, and complete multiple projects.
Display behavior consistent with professional ethics and the FMU faculty and staff handbook.
The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that logically relate to the position.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to review, understand, and apply concepts presented in training programs, conferences, and/or professional literature.
Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
Ability to evaluate therapeutic requirements for student-athletes, and to fit and modify therapeutic and/or protective equipment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proofreading skills are required.
Attention to detail and adaptability to a changing environment is extremely important as well as dependability.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, and LinkedIn Learning, as well as knowledge and understanding of the organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures.
Familiar with the Jenzabar technology suite for higher education.
Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours.
Moderate physical activity. Requires handling objects of average weight up to fifty (50) pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
Note: In compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA), those functions of the job that are identified as essential are required to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations. Requests to facilitate the performance of essential functions will be given careful consideration.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in athletic training with three (3) plus years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Master's degree preferred.
Compliance with all National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) governing rules.
Certified Athletic Trainer. National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification (NATABOC).
Must be able to work well with students, faculty, staff, and the community.
Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule that may include working nights and weekends.
Must maintain a State of Florida license with the Florida Board of Athletic Trainers.
CPR and AED Certified.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Criminal Background Screening
Drug Screening
Florida Memorial University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.