Senior Athletic Trainer

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Posting Information

Posting Number

SAECC4030

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Posting Information

Posting Number

SAECC4030

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Advertised Title

Senior Athletic Trainer

Campus Location

Main Campus (Memphis, TN)

Position Number

022531

Category

Staff (Hourly/Monthly)

Department

Athletic Administration

Minimum Position Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in relevant area and three (3) years of appropriate experience at the

NCAA

D1 intercollegiate level; and a

NATA

Certification;

OR a Master’s Degree in relevant area, one (1) year of appropriate experience at the

NCAA

D1 intercollegiate level; and a

NATA

Certification.

Special Conditions

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

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday

8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Will require work beyond normal schedule including some early mornings, evenings, weekends, as well as holidays and travel.

Posting Date

10/31/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Screening Begins

Yes

Hiring Range

$52,000 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

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

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

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Candidates must be

CPR

/

AED

/First Aid certified,

NATABOC

certified, and licensed in Tennessee. Bloodborne Pathogens Training,

FERPA

Training, and Others as needed

Additional Position Information

Must be able to comply with Athletic department, University, conference, and

NCAA

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, competitions, training sessions, and travel for assigned sports. 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 treatment to injured athletes. Ensure athlete medical forms, waivers, and injury documentation are up to date while maintaining privacy and professional guidelines. |

| Duties & Responsibilities |
Utilize knowledge and expertise to educate participants and manage risk for safe performance and function. Inform coaches, student athletes, administrators, and other Athletic Training staff 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. |

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

| Duties & Responsibilities |
Oversee Athletic Training fellows as outlined in staff organizational structure. |

| Duties & Responsibilities |
Make appropriate recommendations for safety purposes and continuance or suspension of activities. Ensures appropriate medical supplies and equipment are available for venue and including sideline and locker room. Inform student athletes, coaches, and parents on the importance of acclimatization and fluid/electrolyte balance to prevent heat illness, asthmatic, and sickle cell events. Initiate venue specific emergency action plan or emergency management strategies when necessary. |

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

| Duties & Responsibilities |
Assist Director of Sports Medicine, Olympic Sports in managing and maintaining sports program facility athletic training room assets including supply inventory. Evaluate for building/equipment repair needs. Maintain emergency medical and rehabilitation equipment. Report any/all issues as needed for repair/service to supervisor. |

| Duties & Responsibilities |
Other duties as assigned. |

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. References List

Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter

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