Assistant Athletic Trainer – 40273

Alma College; Alma (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking college as an Assistant Athletic Trainer, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting student athletes through injury prevention and rehabilitation. This full-time position requires a Master’s degree and BOC certification, offering a dynamic environment where you will collaborate with medical professionals and supervise athletic training students. With a commitment to diversity and academic excellence, this institution fosters a supportive atmosphere for both staff and students. If you are passionate about athletic training and want to make a difference in the lives of student athletes, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or related field experience required.
• BOC certification and Michigan licensure eligibility necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide athletic training services and injury management.
• Maintain accurate medical records for student athletes.
• Assist head athletic trainer with daily operations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Ability to Manage Multiple Tasks

Knowledge of NCAA Compliance

Injury Evaluation and Treatment

Education

Master’s Degree in Athletic Training or Related Field

Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC)

Current First Aid/CPR/AED Certification

Tools

Medical Records Management

Insurance Claims Filing

Job description

FLSA EMPLOYMENT CATEGORY: Salaried; Exempt; Administrative; Full time

DEPARTMENT: Athletics

POSITION SUMMARY: The assistant athletic trainer is a full-time 10-month position (July-May). Alma College is a member of The Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) and the NCAA Division III. This position will assist in providing injury prevention, recognition, evaluation, appropriate medical referral, treatment and rehabilitation for student athletes (male and female).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide athletic training services under the supervision of the physician, to include evaluation, managing, treating, and rehabilitating injuries as needed or prescribed
• Accurate maintenance of student athlete medical records
• Serve a preceptor and provide direct supervision of the athletic training students in the Central Michigan University, CAATE Accredited Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) and athletic training student aide
• Provide home game and practice medical coverage
• Occasional travel with athletic teams
• Assist head athletic trainer with daily athletic training room operations
• Serve as a liaison with parents, sports medicine physicians, athletic trainers, coaches, and administration staff
• Participate in all pre-participation sport screenings and the medical clearance
• File secondary insurance claims through BMI
• Additional duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree or related field experience
• Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC)
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
• Current/eligible for Michigan licensure
• Entry level experience with collegiate athletic training department
• Ability to communicate effectively to various groups and individuals
• Knowledge of NCAA Division III and MIAA compliance and conference rules, and an understanding of the NCAA Division III student athlete philosophy
• Ability to work weekends and evenings, along with travel
• A valid driver’s license
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Ability to fulfill essential functions of the position

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in athletic training or related field
• Experience in a residential campus environment
• Experience working with underrepresented, first-generation, Pell-eligible, and diverse populations

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interested candidates must submit the Alma College application, letter of interest, and a resume via the apply now button below. Applications will be accepted until May 2, 2025.

Alma College is classified as a selective Baccalaureate College: Diverse Fields by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. Alma is committed to academic excellence and the development of responsible leaders; our students thrive on challenging academic programs in a supportive, small-college environment emphasizing active, collaborative learning and close student-faculty interaction. Alma is a private Phi Beta Kappa institution located in the center of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula.

Alma College is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff and student body. Alma College recognizes that we are all transformed when we celebrate and value the varied identities backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives in our campus community. We are committed to recognizing and removing barriers to success and providing equitable access to opportunities through education and advocacy. In our increasingly diverse campus and world, we pledge to create a climate where everyone is safe and free to grow intellectually, spiritually, and emotionally.

For more information about the College, visit www.alma.edu.

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