Assistant Athletic Trainer, Insurance and Medical Claims Liaison

Manhattan College; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Manhattan University is seeking a qualified candidate for the full-time position of Assistant Athletic Trainer to support 22 Division I sport programs and coordinate athletic injury insurance claims. You will assist with daily operations, injury treatment, documentation, and communication with physicians and coaches.

The role requires a Master’s degree in athletic training, NATABOC certification, CPR/AED, NCAA knowledge, and the ability to travel and work evenings/weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in athletic training or related field.
• NATABOC certified.
• CPR/AED certified.
• Strong computer, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel, evenings, weekends and some holidays.
• 2+ years of experience in higher education or professional sports settings.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift equipment on occasion and work in various environmental conditions.
• Ability to foster positive relationships and partnerships with diverse groups.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail and timelines.
• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer with day-to-day operations of the athletic training room.
• Provide treatment and care to injured athletes.
• Injury evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and coverage for practices and games.

Skills

2+ years experience

NATABOC certified

CPR/AED certified

NY State licensed or eligible

Strong interpersonal skills

Willingness to travel evenings/weekend

Driver’s license

Ability to lift heavy equipment

NCAA rules knowledge

Strong written/verbal communication

Education

Master’s degree in athletic training or related field

Job description

Manhattan University, an NCAA Division I institution and member of the Metro-Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC), is seeking a qualified candidate for a full-time position of Assistant Athletic Trainer to work with our 22 Division I sport programs. This position will also coordinate all aspects of the department's athletic injury insurance claims. This position assists the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer and staff with the safety and welfare of the student-athletes.

This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.

Position Reports To:

Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine / Head Athletic Trainer

• Assist the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer with day-to-day operations of the athletic training room

• Provide treatment and care to injured athletes.

• Responsible for injury evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, practice and game coverage, documentation, and communication with physicians and coaches.

• Manages athletic injury insurance claims, verifies primary insurance information, submits primary and secondary insurance documentation, processing of student athlete bills, submits and tracks claims through resolution as needed and educates student athletes and families on the insurance processes.

• Serve as liaison between team physicians, athletic administrators and coaches.

• Maintain comprehensive medical documentation.

• Assist with the administering of institutional drug testing programs, game/event and practice coverage and team travel.

• Collaborate with assistant athletic trainers and supervise work study students.

• Assist with pre-participation health screens.

• Master’s degree in athletic training or related field.

• NATABOC certified, NY State licensed or eligible.

• CPR/AED certified.

• Strong computer, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

• Ability to travel, work evenings, weekends, and some holidays as needed.

• 2+ years of experience in higher education or professional sports settings.

• Possess a valid driver’s license.

• Ability to lift equipment on occasion and work in various environmental conditions.

• Ability to foster positive relationships and create partnerships with a wide range of constituent groups.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, strong attention to detail and keep specific timelines.

• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to problem solve.