Assistant Athletic Trainer

National Collegiate Athletic Association; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a full-time Athletic Trainer to provide on-site care and management of injuries for multiple teams, including football. The role involves evaluating and rehabilitating injuries, communicating with athletes and staff, and maintaining healthcare records. The ideal candidate will have experience in sports medicine and a commitment to fostering an inclusive community.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience within Sports Medicine as a licensed/registered Athletic Trainer.
• 2+ years of experience working independently within Sports Medicine preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, rehabilitate, and document injuries for multiple teams.
• Communicate with student-athletes, coaches, and healthcare providers.
• Assist with healthcare administration and maintain records.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Injury Assessment

Rehabilitation

Education

Licensed Athletic Trainer

Job description

This position is a full-time position that serves the athletic department. It requires a flexible work schedule; nights and weekends are necessary, and traveling with teams is required. The salary range is $48,000-$50,000.

Essential Job Duties: 1. Evaluate, diagnose, rehabilitate, and document injuries and medical conditions On-site care and management of injuries and illnesses to multiple teams that will include football. Assess risk of injury and self-care implementation and overall wellness promotion to student-athletes and staff. Coordinate and implement injury prevention programs and customized therapeutic rehabilitation for each patient. Provide sport-specific accommodation recommendations for student-athletes with restrictions or limitations. Carry out medical care for assigned student-athletes per the sports medicine standard operating procedures. Provide high-quality and appropriate healthcare when hosting home events and when traveling with team(s).

2. Communicate with student-athletes, coaches, support staff, faculty, and administration Communicate with coaching staff in the form of written and oral communication. Coordinate and work closely with the Strength and Conditioning Coach. Communicate and coordinate care with physicians and other healthcare providers. Function as a positive and supportive point of contact for student-athletes, coaches, parents, and staff.

3. Assist and support the sports medicine team with healthcare administration Maintain records and prepare administrative reports as required by the college, NCAA, MIAC, OSHA, and sports medicine staff. Maintain an understanding of secondary insurances with timely submission. Assist with management of hosting MIAC and NCAA events. Actively attend MIAC, NATA, and other committee meetings to continue to practice evidence-based medicine. Maintain cleanliness of athletic training facility and private offices.

4. Support, respect, and commit to embracing diverse backgrounds, values, and points of view to build a strong and inclusive community

5. Complete and meet deadlines for required training and performance management cycle

6. Perform other duties as assigned

Experience and Competency Requirements:
Required: 1+ years of experience within Sports Medicine as a licensed/registered Athletic Trainer.

Preferred: 2+ years of experience working independently within Sports Medicine;
experience working in the sport of football; experience with supervising
Sports Medicine Assistants or equivalent.