Certified Athletic Trainer

Job Description

Job DescriptionIn consultation with the Director of Sports Medicine, Certified Athletic Trainer and under the medical supervision of the Team Physician(s), this position provides a full-range of athletic training health care services for NCAA Division II athletic teams. This includes, but is not limited to the prevention, evaluation, assessment, management, and treatment of injuries / illnesses, short-term and long-term rehabilitation of injuries, education and counseling of student-athletes, and related health care administration. Works in cooperation with and under the medical supervision of the Team Physician(s).

Essential Functions:

• Perform as certified athletic trainer in the prevention, evaluation, assessment, rehabilitation, management, treatment, and treatment of injuries and illnesses.
• Provide athletic training health care services for team practices and home contests.
• Make medical referrals and in consultation with supervising team physician, determine the medical clearance of student-athletes.
• Document and effectively communicate with coaches all medical restrictions for participation.
• Provide emergency care under the policies and procedures of the Office of Athletic Training and the Plan of Care with the supervising team physician(s).
• Work with coaches and student-athletes to develop appropriate training regiments.
• Assist with the formation and maintenance of student-athlete medical records.
• Maintain proper medical record keeping and documentation of all injuries and illnesses.
• Assist the Director of Sports Medicine with administrative responsibilities - including, but not limited to management / processing of insurance claims, review of policies and procedures, website management, supervision of student-workers or interns, etc.
• Share in the responsibilities of athletic training facility and fitness center maintenance and upkeep.
• Maintain proper certifications/licensure as required by the State of New Jersey.
• Abide by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Code of Ethics.
• Integrate the core values of respect, compassion, integrity, justice and service in all aspects of interaction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Miscellaneous/Secondary Responsibilities:

• Travel with teams and provide athletic training health care services
• Provide Athletic Training health care services for GCU camps and clinics (during contract period).
• Assist with facilitation of pre-participation physical exams.
• Assist in the implementation of institutional and NCAA student-athlete drug testing and education.
• Coordinate medical services for students majoring in Dance.
• Serve as a Clinical Preceptor for Undergraduate and Graduate Athletic Training Programs with partner universities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Certified Athletic Trainer by the Board of Certification.
• Licensed (or eligible for licensure) as an Athletic Trainer by the New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners.
• Current certification in CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.
• Experience in an athletic training facility environment (collegiate preferred).
• Knowledge of NCAA regulations.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with Electronic Medical Records.
• Prior experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft SharePoint Server
• Prior experience with ImPact neurocognitive testing
• Instructor Certification in CPR/AED/First Aid
• Availability and willingness to travel as needed

**MUST BE US WORK AUTHORIZED**