What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Athletic Trainer position at St. Cloud State University?
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Working Title:
Associate Athletic Trainer
Institution:
St. Cloud State University
Classification Title:
Bargaining Unit / Union:
211: Minnesota State University Association of Administrative Service Faculty
City:
St. Cloud
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited Academic
Salary Range:
$38,797.00 - $78,458.00
Job Description
The Associate Athletic Trainer oversees assigned sports, provides injury prevention, completes medical evaluations and provides treatment and rehabilitation to student-athletes. This position works directly with student-athletes to refer them to the proper medical personnel for continuing care. They work cooperatively with staff, coaches and department personnel, and assist other staff Athletic Trainers in the management of all athletic team medical coverage. They also help supervise and mentor graduate assistant athletic training staff.
- Oversight of assigned sports programs. Serves as the primary athletic trainer for assigned sports programs.
- Assist in hiring, training, supervising and managing a team of certified Athletic Trainers (graduate, undergraduate and interns) in order to deliver educational and health care services to student-athletes. Develops programming for SCSU student-athletes, staff, and coaches related to injury prevention, injury rehabilitation, mental health, lifetime health, nutrition, sleep and other current topics in sports medicine.
- Assist sport program coaches and strength and conditioning staff in modifying exercises and practices and developing rehab in the best interest of student athlete health. Develop relationships with local health providers and serves as the main contact with SCSU’s team physician(s) and providers to advocate for best possible medical treatment.
- Maintains secure health records for all student-athletes, including eligibility clearances and injuries. File claims forms and supply documentation for insurance management. Maintains current injury evaluation and rehabilitation documentation.
- Assist coaches and strength and conditioning staff in developing pre-habilitation programs and modifying existing conditioning/weight programs for injured athletes. Work in concert with coaches and strength and conditioning staff to identify sport specific programs. Work directly with student-athletes to ensure conditioning/weight programs are adequate.
- Maintain clear communication with doctors, coaches, parents and athletes to provide the best possible medical treatment protocols. Work directly with student-athletes and parents to navigate insurance and facilitate necessary medical appointment scheduling.
- Supervise Athletic Training Students in the ATEP’s clinical practicum.
- Perform other duties as necessary to build support for and add value to the objectives and goals of the University, department of Athletics, and Athletic Training/Sports Medicine unit.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training
- One year of experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer in the public or private sector in the areas of secondary, collegiate or professional athletics
- NATA-BOC certification, Current or eligible for MN Medical Board – Athletic Training Licensure
- Current CPR and AED certifications required
- Knowledge and skills required by the NATA-BOC to perform the duties and responsibilities of a Certified Athletic Trainer which include but are not limited to; pathology of injuries and illness, orthopedic clinical examination and diagnosis, acute care of injury and illness, pharmacology, therapeutic modalities, conditioning and rehabilitative exercise, medical conditions and disabilities, nutritional aspects of injury and illness, psychosocial intervention and referral, health care administration and professional development and responsibility.
- Must exhibit strong interpersonal and communication skills; establish effective goal oriented relationships with coaches, staff and student-athletes and to speak in groups of various sizes
- Demonstrate clinical and administrative effectiveness and ability to advise faculty, coaches and students.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with the local medical community and demonstrate knowledge of insurance requirements and procedures.
- Must be available for overnight and weekend travel.
- Evidence of demonstrated ability to work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Preferred Qualification
- Master’s degree
- One to three years of professional experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer in the public or private sector in the areas of secondary, collegiate or professional athletics.
Other Requirements
Ability to work nights and weekends
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Varies
Required Documents (Upload at Time of Application)
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Three (3) professional references
- Unofficial transcript(s)
About
The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State’s commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU’s I
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strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system’s Equity 2030 initiative
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SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community.Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota State University Association of Administrative and Service Faculty (MSUAASF) which can be found at:
https://www.msuaasf.org
St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA , persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Title IX coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Chocoletta Simpson. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
05-01-2025
Position End Date:
Open Date:
02-07-2025
Close Date:
03-10-2025
Posting Contact Name:
Renee Denise Bertram
Posting Contact Email:
ac1159yu@minnstate.eduSalary : $38,797 - $78,458
