Director of Sports Medicine, Olympic Sports

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Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number

SAECC4006

Advertised Title

Director of Sports Medicine, Olympic Sports

Campus Location

Main Campus (Memphis, TN)

Position Number

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Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number

SAECC4006

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Advertised Title

Director of Sports Medicine, Olympic Sports

Campus Location

Main Campus (Memphis, TN)

Position Number

022857

Category

Staff (Hourly/Monthly)

Department

Athletic Administration

Minimum Position Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area and seven (7) years of appropriate experience; and a

NATA

Certification.

OR

Master’s Degree in relevant area and five (5) years of appropriate experience; and a

NATA

Certification.

Relevant experience may substitute for required education.

Candidates must be

CPR

/

AED

/First Aid certified,

BOC

certified, and licensed in the state of Tennessee.

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Special Conditions

The department is especially interested in candidates with a Master’s degree and experience in a Division I setting.

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday

8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Some evenings and weekends may be required.

Posting Date

09/30/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Screening Begins

Yes

Hiring Range

$60,000 - $62,500 per year

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time: Benefits Eligible

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Additional Working Conditions

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu.

Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application, if required by the system. Required work experience is based on full-time hours. Part-time work experience will be prorated as listed.

Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Is this posting for UofM employees only?

No

Positions Supervised

Supervises other sports medicine staff, students, fellows, graduate assistants, and interns.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

NATA

BOC

certification

Knowledge of therapeutic modality treatments..

Knowledge of preventative taping and/or bracing.

State of Tennessee License to practice and

CPR

/

CED

certified.

Ability and knowledge to design and perform rehabilitation exercise programs.

Ability to perform injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation techniques.

Additional Position Information

Must be able to comply with all Athletic Department, University, Board of Trustees,

NCAA

, and Athletic conference policies and procedures.

Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only) [

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Job Duties

| Duties & Responsibilities |
Performs Injury and Illness prevention, evaluation, management, treatment, and rehabilitation. Provides first aid and emergency care coverage during practices, games, training sessions, and travel. Designs and Performs rehabilitation exercise programs for injured athletes. Applies preventative taping and/or bracing to prevent or protect against athletic injuries. Administers therapeutic modality treatments on injured athletes. Ensure athlete medical forms, waivers, and injury documentation are up to date while maintaining privacy and professional guidelines. Coordinates Team Physicians care for injured or ill athletes. |

| Duties & Responsibilities |
Utlize knowledge and expertise to educate participants and manage risk for safe performance and function. Inform coaches, student athletes and administration on safe practice policies and procedures. Employ standard care procedures and communicate outcomes for efficient and appropriate care of injured student athletes with supervisor, coaches, and other medical staff where appropriate. Coordinate student athlete transportation to various doctor appointments, treatment facilities and classes as needed. Evaluates, coordinates and ensure appropriate education and treatment for nutritional and mental health needs of student athletes. |

| Duties & Responsibilities |
Direct and manage prescription medication program in conjunction with Team Physicians to ensure compliance with all State and Federal guidelines and regulations. |

| Duties & Responsibilities |
Coordinate pre-participation exams for incoming student athletes. |

| Duties & Responsibilities |
Oversight and management of scheduling all facility therapeutic modality recertification. Annual review of Sports Medicine Policies and Procedures Manual |

| Duties & Responsibilities |
Supervise Olympic Sports Medicine Staff, including full-time Athletic Trainers., fellows, and undergraduate students.

|

| Duties & Responsibilities |
Oversight of budget for Athletic Trainer department and primary liaison with vendors regarding the procurement of services and supplies. |

| Duties & Responsibilities |
University of Memphis Sports Camp and Gatorade Camp liaison. Gatorade product ordering and inventory management. |

| Duties & Responsibilities |
Stays current in the athletic training field through continuing education classes and industry-specific publications. Must maintain BOC certification, State of Tennessee Licensure and CPR/AED certification. |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a valid drivers license

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Are you currently certified in CPR/AED?

   • Yes
   • No

3. * Do you currently hold a Tennessee license through the Tennessee Board of Athletic Trainers?

   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. References List Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter

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