Assistant Athletic Trainer

University of Illinois Springfield; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Illinois Springfield is seeking an Assistant Athletic Trainer to provide support for intercollegiate athletic teams. This role entails managing athlete injuries, coordinating medical care, and maintaining compliance with NCAA regulations. A Master’s degree and relevant certifications are essential for this position.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Paid leaves including Vacation, Holiday, and Sick

Tuition waivers for employees and dependents

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree required.
• CPR/AED certification and NATA-BOC certification required.
• Experience in Athletic Training at collegiate level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in injury prevention and management for athletes.
• Coordinate medical care for home athletic events.
• Maintain accurate medical records according to HIPAA/FERPA.

Skills

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Master’s Degree in Health Sciences, Athletic Training, Kinesiology, or Exercise Science

CPR/AED certification

NATA-BOC certification

Job description

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About UIS: Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves more than 4,000 students in 44 graduate and 56 undergraduate programs. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at http://www.uis.edu .

Application deadline: Open until filled

Minimum Starting Salary: $52,000 annually

Summary:

The primary function of this position is to be Assistant Athletic Trainer working under the supervision of Head Athletic Trainer providing support for intercollegiate athletic teams at the University of Illinois Springfield.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in the prevention, management, and care of injuries encountered in competitive athletics; observe, diagnose injuries and assign appropriate rehabilitation exercises to the student-athlete; consult Head Athletic Trainer on long-term treatments or refer to physician as necessary.
• Assist in coordination of medical care for all home athletics events and the daily operations of the UIS Sports Medicine facilities. Prepare practice and competition sites for emergency treatment and safety measures. Monitor environmental conditions to insure safety of student-athletes during practice and competition.
• Assist with the organization and administration of a comprehensive, Division II Sports Medicine Program under the direction of the Head Athletic Trainer, including medical clearance and evaluation of incoming and returning student-athletes, injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment and rehabilitation, and educational programs for University of Illinois Springfield student-athletes.
• Create, analyze, and maintain according to HIPAA/FERPA guidelines, complete and accurate, confidential, medical-related records, reports, and related paperwork on student-athlete injuries, treatments, and rehabilitation for insurance, legal, or/or professional purposes.
• Work directly with all assigned sport and strength and conditioning coaches regarding student-athlete welfare such as daily injury reports, musculoskeletal examinations, and safety and equipment recommendations.
• Preceptor for students in the Masters of Athletic Training Program. This includes supervising, mentoring and instructing athletic training student through clinical experiences.
• Hold regular office hours in the Sports Medicine area within the Recreational and Athletic Center at UIS and attend all athletic Department Staff meetings as scheduled during the year.
• Accountable for compliance with NCAA Division II and Great Lakes Valley Conference rules and regulations, University of Illinois policies and procedures, and Federal and State of Illinois laws.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics or Head Athletic Trainer.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in Health Sciences, Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Exercise Science or related field required. CPR/AED certification and NATA-BOC certification required; must be eligible for State of Illinois Athletic Trainer license. Possess technical and practical expertise in appropriate application and supervision of a wide range of rehabilitative exercises/therapy and diagnostic equipment. Evening and weekend work required as necessary with some travel expected.

Preferred Qualifications:

Athletic Training Experience At The Collegiate Level Preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Excellent organization, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills needed.

Ability to communicate effectively and successfully with head and assistant coaches, strength and conditioning coaches, team physicians, and administrators.

Demonstrated ability to work successfully with a diverse student population.

Employment Policies and other information:

UIS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to recruitment and retention of a diverse and inclusive campus community. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility .

The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current or former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment .

Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .

UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State University Retirement System.

• You will not pay Social Security taxes and your earning will not be on your Social Security Record. (Your record will, however, show your Medicare wages.
• Your pension from the State Universities Retirement System may affect the amount of your:
• Social Security benefit and
• Social Security benefit as a spouse
  
  

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted by contacting UIS HR at [e-mail] or call 217-206-6652.

• Please Note: All postings close at 5:00pm CST on the posting close date.***

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