Assistant Athletic Trainer

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Location: 

St. Louis, MO | | Job Id:   529 | | # of Openings:   2 | |

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Assistant Athletic Trainer

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| | | Position:   Assistant Athletic Trainer | |

Location: 

St. Louis, MO | | Job Id:   529 | | # of Openings:   2 | |

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Assistant Athletic Trainer

                                

Fontbonne University

 

                                 

Fontbonne University, a Catholic coeducational institution, sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, offering both bachelor's and master's degrees, seeks qualified individuals for a full time Assistant Athletic Trainer. Fontbonne is a member of the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) Division III and the Saint Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC).

 

The Assistant Athletic Trainer is a ten-month position beginning August 1st, 2023. The Assistant Athletic Trainer will develop, coordinate, and administer a comprehensive sports medical program for Fontbonne sponsored sports. This includes injury prevention, evaluations, management, treatment, and rehabilitation. This position supervises work study students, interns, and serves as a preceptor for Saint Louis University ATP students. Special emphasis will be on creating and maintaining an atmosphere of student welfare and a high standard of quality of care, documentation of medical records through the NCAA Impact Program, working with team physicians and the oversight of all insurance and concussion related needs as they pertain to risk management and Fontbonne University. Sport assignments will be determined from experience, but sport assignments are (1): men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s wrestling, softball, and esports and (1): women’s volleyball, baseball, men’s and women’s golf, cross country and track and field. 

 

 

Expectations and Responsibilities

 

• Supervises the evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of all injuries to Fontbonne University student-athletes. 

• Works directly under Fontbonne’s team physicians’ supervision in implementing the health care of Fontbonne student-athletes.

• Serves as the Health Care Administrator, providing the management and tracking of insurance claims; insurance billing; assistance to student-athletes in navigating locally provided medical care (e.g., scheduling appointments, diagnostic imaging); sustaining and enhancing relationships with local medical providers; and maintaining medical files (e.g., history and injury reports);

• Oversees student-athlete insurance program including bid process and enrollment. Ensures medical coverage per Fontbonne and/or NCAA standards.

• Ensure all student-athletes are pre-certified and cleared to participate in collegiate sports.

• Coordinates hardship documentation for the NCAA and/or the sport’s conference.

• Responsible for supervision of work study students, interns, and serve as a preceptor for Saint Louis University ATP students.

• Assists coaching staff in developing programs that aid in the prevention of injuries; ensure appropriate Athletics personnel are trained in and implement concussion protocols and any additional health related areas.

• Maintain timely and accurate medical records using Healthy Roster Documentation System. 

• HIPAA designated employee responsible for administering and handling the Personal Health Information of College employees and their dependents confidentially.

• Work with and provide sports coverage for assigned teams.

• Situational traveling. 

• Performs other duties as assigned.

 

 

Qualifications

 

• Bachelor's degree in athletic training from a CAATE (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education) (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education) accredited college/university

• 1-2 years athletic training experience

• NATA (National Athletic Trainers Association) and BOC (Board of Certification) Certified and eligible for licensure in the state of Missouri

• Certifications in CPR and AED

 

 

Preferred Experience

• Master’s degree 

• NATA member in good standing

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and procedures

 

 

Required Skills

 

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and lead others. 

• Demonstrated professional judgment and discretion. 

• Show flexibility, time management, initiative, organizational skills, and multi-tasking daily.

• A willingness to work occasional nights and weekends with some potential for out-of-town work.

 

 

How to Apply

 

Please begin the application process by selecting one of the blue-highlighted "Apply" buttons at the bottom of this page.  Interested applicants should submit:

• Cover Letter
• Résumé
• Contact information for three references
• Certification & Licensure Documentation

Excellent Benefit Package offered including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D and Disability insurance, Paid Vacation/Sick Leave, a large number of paid office holidays and 403(b) Retirement Plan with matching contributions.  Tuition Remission benefits available for employee and eligible spouse/dependents.

 

NOTE:  Educational Transcripts may be requested during the interview process.

 

A standard background check will be done prior to hiring. 

 

 

While you may receive acknowledgment of your application, Fontbonne University will not be able to respond to all inquiries.  If it is determined that your skills and experience match the position requirements, you will be contacted to discuss the opportunity further.  If you do not hear from us, we encourage you to revisit our website at www.fontbonne.edu for the status of the position and future opportunities.  Once the position is closed, all applicants will receive notification.

 

 

Our Mission & Vision

 

Fontbonne University, a Catholic institution founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, provides transformative education committed to the common good, inspiring students to become global citizens who think critically and act ethically to create a more just world.

 

 

About Fontbonne University

 

Fontbonne University is a vibrant and strong academic institution located in the Clayton suburb within the St. Louis metropolitan area. We were founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet and established in the Catholic tradition, yet we serve and welcome a diverse group of students from all faiths, cultures, backgrounds, and beliefs. With nearly 1,000 students enrolled, we offer Division III athletics, a large range of student organizations, and more than 100 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.  Fontbonne University is uniquely situated to offer the best of city sights and scenes coupled with beautiful and historic homes and neighborhoods.

 

Believing that diversity contributes to academic excellence and to rich and rewarding communities, Fontbonne University is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff and student body. Candidates from historically under-represented groups, whose work furthers our diversity and inclusion efforts and who bring to campus varied life experiences, perspectives and backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.

 

Open your mind. Follow your heart. Take the leap. Challenging, welcoming, affordable.  Fontbonne will prepare you for an engaged and rewarding life, no matter how you’re called to serve. 

 

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