What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Athletic Trainer position at METHODIST UNIVERSITY INC?
Job Details
Description
The Methodist University Athletic Department is inviting applications for an Assistant Athletic Trainer position. This is a full-time 12-month staff position. The start date for this position is asap.
The Assistant Athletic Trainer will report directly to the Director of Athletic Training Services/Head Athletic Trainer and is independently responsible for the day-to-day sports medicine/athletic training operations of one or more of the Methodist University’s 20 NCAA Division III Varsity, JV/Developmental teams and Cheerleading. Duties include but are not limited to:
- Independently and effectively oversee all sports medicine operations for assigned teams with minimum supervision
- One position will be working with our football team
- Prevention, Evaluation, Treatment and Rehabilitation of student-athlete injuries and illnesses within the University’s comprehensive sports medicine program
- Maintain accurate, complete and precise documentation utilizing an electronic medical record system
- Completing required insurance claims
- Compliance with privacy regulations (FERPA, HIPAA, etc.)
- Daily interaction and communication with coaching staff including routine reports and correspondence
- Work closely with/have good work working relationship with team orthopedic practice/team physicians
- Schedule and coordinate medical appointments
- Maintain communication with Student Health Services for non-orthopedic illnesses
- Advocate and provide resources for nutritional and mental health
- Attending designated team practices/events
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays in excess of 40 hours/week
- Travel/Coverage of away events; pending sport assignment
- Maintenance/Upkeep of Athletic Training equipment and facilities
- Uphold Policies and Procedures set forth by Methodist University, the USA South Conference and the NCAA
- Assistance with administrative duties as agreed upon by candidate and Director of Athletic Training Services
- Great Work-Life Balance with the biggest staff in the USA South Conference
Based on Year-to -Year Budget Methodist University is able to provide the following for Athletic Trainers:
- Umbrella liability insurance policy to cover all medical professionals
- NATA Dues
- BOC Dues
- North Carolina Licensure Application/Renewal Dues
- 10 CEU’s through Datalys/NCAA Injury Surveillance System
Applications:
Candidates should apply online on Methodist University website: Job Opportunities (paycomonline.net). Please include cover letter, resume, and references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
If candidates have any questions about the position please contact, Allen Jeter, Director of Athletic Training Services at 910-630-7596 or at ajeter@methodist.edu.
Qualifications
- Graduated from a CAATE accredited program; Masters Degree Required
- Certified by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification (NATABOC)
- North Carolina State Athletic Trainer License or eligible
- BLS CPR Certification
- 2 years of Experience Preferred
