Assistant Athletic Trainer

Purdue University Fort Wayne is currently seeking a fulltime onsite Assistant Athletic Trainer in our Athletics department. This position works with the Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Medicine and team physicians to deliver a high level of athletic health care for division one intercollegiate athletes. This position pays an annual salary of $45,999.00.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Adhere to the Scope of Practice Standards of an Athletic Trainer as outlined by the Board of Certification and the Indiana Board of Athletic Trainers.
• Assist and oversee the care, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries to student-athletes.
• Application of athletic training best practices and procedures in treatments provided.
• Participate and assist with the operations and activities of the Athletic Department (e.g. practice and game coverage, athletic events, etc.).
• Organize and maintain all medical records in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Document all injuries and treatment progress in athlete’s medical record. Write reports as required.
• Maintain and manage student-athlete insurance information and file insurance claims as needed.
• Communicate with physicians and coaching staff regarding the injury status of athletes.
• Make appropriate physician’s referrals and appointments.
• Assist with the management of the Athletic Training Room budgets, policies, equipment and facilities to maintain optimal health, safety and welfare of all individuals.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of Athletic Department Emergency Action Plan and health/environmental related policies.
• Assist with the coordination of purchasing and use of all equipment and supplies needed in the operation of the Athletic Training Room.
• Attend Athletic and/or Departmental meetings as required.
• Ability to: coordinate work with other employees; to adhere to all policies, rules and regulations of the university, the conference, the NCAA and the State of Indiana; handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment as needed; research and analyze data and reports; provide professional training for participants, students and staff; counsel and advise collegiate student-athletes.
• Assist team with travel planning related to student-athlete health & wellbeing, as well as driving responsibilities if needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• A Bachelor’s degree from a CAATE accredited athletic training education program.
• 1 year of required knowledge and ability to apply Sports Medicine best practices at the clinical, high school or post-secondary setting.
• Must possess NATA-BOC certification and Indiana Athletic Training License within 7 calendar days, or an Indiana Physical Therapy License if you have a Physical Therapy Degree.
• Able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment as needed.
• Must be able to carry and lift items exceeding 50lbs.
• Weekend availability.
• Travel as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree from a CAATE accredited athletic training education program.

• Free tuition through Purdue University Global.
• Fee remission for a traditional Purdue degree for yourself, your spouse, and your child(ren).
• Insurance starts on first day of employment.
• Generous Paid Time Off – additional PTO in December.
• Additional benefit information: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/benewell/

Additional Information:

• Resumes and cover letters that contain portraits or personal information are not permitted.
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
• A background check and misconduct screen will be required for employment in this position.

Purdue Fort Wayne is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

To be considered for this position, you must apply

online at https://careers.purdue.edu/FW