What are the responsibilities and job description for the PFW - Assistant Athletic Trainer position at Purdue University?
Req Id : 35399
Job Title : PFW - Assistant Athletic Trainer
City : Fort Wayne
Job Description :
Join Purdue University Fort Wayne :
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 $43,888.00.
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, insurance claims, physician's referrals and appointments.
- Communicate with physicians and coaching staff regarding the injury status of athletes.
- 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 and perform any other assigned duties.
- 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.
Required Qualifications :
Preferred Qualifications :
Benefits :
Additional Information :
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.
FLSA Status
Exempt
Salary : $43,888
