Assistant Athletic Trainer

Overview and Responsibilities

Saint Mary’s University is seeking to hire an Assistant Athletic Trainer.  This position will work in conjunction with the athletic training staff to coordinate the healthcare of Student-Athletes. This position will educate Student-Athletes on general health habits that will assist in injury prevention and overall well-being and will provide medical coverage at practices and athletic events.

Salary: $36,000 annually

Job Responsibilities:

• Daily instruction of Student-Athletes on rehabilitation exercises post injury in order to provide a safe return to athletic participation.
• Implement the treatment, care and rehabilitation of injuries according to the protocols by the team physician.
• Evaluate and direct the emergency medical attention given when a student-athlete is seriously injured in practice or competition.
• Manage the supervision and clinical instruction of students in an Athletic Training Student Education Program.
• Communicate with team physicians/physical therapist to carry out treatment.
• Maintain an inventory of all supplies and ensure that daily supplies are available.
• Develop and implement composite injury tracking data system.
• Provide injury evaluation and tracking documentation.
• Provide athletic trainer certified coverage for all assigned practices and events; daily scheduling to cover practices, competition, and travel.
• Schedule freshman pre-season screenings and evaluations.
• Clean and maintain facility and equipment.
• Monitor physicals, first year evaluations, and informed consent documents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills:

• High level of personal integrity.
• Outstanding work ethic.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organizational ability and computer competency.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire Student-Athletes to develop to their fullest potential and a commitment to their overall development.
• Ability to adhere to Saint Mary’s athletic training handbook and required policies and procedures.
• Develops and maintains good working relationships and communications at all levels of the organization.
• Observes safety guidelines and follows safety procedures established by the university.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively alone and within a team environment.

Physical Demands

Medium work. Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Physical Hazards – Health and Safety Concerns

• General office environments
• Ergonomics
• Noise
• Chemicals
• Driving
• Biohazards
• Extreme climate (Hot/Cold)

Qualifications

Experience and Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required, master’s preferred.
• Current CPR and first aid certification.
• National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) Certified.
• Licensed or eligible to be licensed by the Minnesota Medical Board of Practice – Athletic Trainers.
• 2 years of prior experience preferred.
• May consider other acceptable equivalent combinations of training and experience.

Application Requirements

Apply online at https://www.smumn.edu/about/offices-services/human-resources/employment-opportunities/ and include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota believes inclusion and human dignity contributes to a robust academic and work environment and is critical to achieving the University's mission in an increasingly diverse society. Individuals with expertise and diverse skills from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The successful candidate must support, respect, and advance the mission of Saint Mary's University as a Lasallian Catholic institution.

Saint Mary’s offers a comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending, retirement pension plan, and both undergraduate and graduate tuition remission plans.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Salary : $36,000