Athletic Trainer

Primary Duties

• Provide athletic training services for intercollegiate athletes / sports as determined by the Head Athletic Trainer
• Provide athletic training coverage and emergency medical care for club athletes/sports as determined by the Head Athletic Trainer
• Serve as a Clinical Preceptor for the Athletic Training program and assist the Clinical Education Coordinator in the supervision and clinical education of athletic training students
• Maintain an accurate health care account of all intercollegiate athletes. Document all athletes that have been evaluated, treated, and rehabilitated in the athletic training facilities and ensure that the appropriate records are properly completed and/or uploaded onto the electronic medical records system
• Properly, and in a timely manner, file any appropriate claims with the secondary insurance company
• Assist with supervision of the daily operational procedures of the athletic training clinics and facilities
• Aid in the review of annual pre-participation physicals and paperwork for all intercollegiate athletes
• Assist in the scheduling and administration of routine team physician visits for injured intercollegiate athletes
• Act as a liaison between intercollegiate head coaches and team physicians
• Provide insight, rationale, and personal preferences concerning organization and the purchasing of medical supplies/equipment for the athletic training facilities
• Aid in the organization and maintenance of medical supplies/equipment inventory
• Acting within scope of practice, counsel with students and refer as necessary regarding personal, emotional, academic, or spiritual hardships/problems
• Participate as requested in committees, councils or professional organizations that pertain to this position. Attendance at university chapel services is encouraged
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer

Supervisory Responsibility

• Serve as a Clinical Preceptor for the Athletic Training Program, which involves supervision and clinical education of athletic training students

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training Required. Master’s Degree preferred
• Licensure: Current BOC recognition as a Certified Athletic Trainer. Indiana licensure is required. The licensure process should be started, if not already secured, once the successful candidate has accepted the position
• CPR Certification: Healthcare provider-level CPR certification
• Experience: One (1) year of post-certification experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer is preferred. College experience and experience with a variety of sports are desirable. Previous experience in clinical supervision of athletic training students is desirable
• Skills: Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures

Required Skills

• Demonstrate a mature and expressive Christian faith commitment
• Desire to work to create an environment of quality and innovation
• Work within the Athletic Department and Athletic Training Program to foster an environment of cooperation and unity
• Maintain a professional image and manner consistent with Indiana Wesleyan University’s mission and goals