Clinical Athletic Trainer

Dakota Wesleyan University · Mitchell, SD · 6 days ago

On-siteFull-time

About the role

Dakota Wesleyan University is looking for a passionate and dedicated Athletic Trainer to join our team. As an Athletic Trainer, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive healthcare services to our student-athletes while promoting a culture of health and wellness within the athletic department.

Responsibilities

Provide athletic training services to student-athletes, including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation
Collaborate with coaches, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the health and safety of student-athletes
Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans for injured athletes, with a focus on facilitating a safe return to play
Educate student-athletes on injury prevention techniques, proper nutrition, and overall wellness
Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for all student-athletes

Qualifications

Certification from the National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification (NATABOC)
Bachelor's degree in athletic training or related field (master's degree preferred)
Current CPR and First Aid certification
Experience working as an Athletic Trainer in a collegiate or high school setting
Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Location

DWU is located in Mitchell, South Dakota, a community of 15,000, nestled in the heart of one of the country's finest outdoor recreation areas. Mitchell is the sixth largest city in South Dakota and home to the world's only Corn Palace. The University is within an hour's drive of Sioux Falls, one of the Upper Midwest's largest statistical metropolitan areas, and within a six-hour drive of several major metropolitan areas (Omaha, NE; Minneapolis, MN; Kansas City, MO).

Work authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. The university is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment-based visa at this time.

Application timeline

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.