Athletic Trainer

Cumberland University; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland University in Lebanon, TN invites applications for an Athletic Trainer in the Athletic Department. The role supports planning, organization, coordination and management of the athletic training program and delivery of healthcare to intercollegiate student-athletes. Required: Bachelor's in Athletic Training or related field; BOC certification; TN Athletic Training Licensure; CPR/AED.

Preferred: Master’s degree. Experience: 0–2 years collegiate level.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training or related field.
• BOC certification (Athletic Trainer Certification).
• Athletic Training Licensure by the state of Tennessee; CPR/AED certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organization, coordination, and management of the Athletic Training Department.
• Assist in delivery of athletic healthcare to intercollegiate student-athletes.
• Cover assigned athletic teams as directed by the Director of Athletic Training.

Skills

Communication

Collegiate experience

Organizational skills

Multitask

Interpersonal & supervisory

Education

Bachelor's in Athletic Training

BOC certification

TN licensure

CPR/AED (Professional Rescuer)

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Cumberland University - Lebanon, TN 37087Position Type: AthleticsEducation Level: Bachelor's DegreeJob Category: EducationPOSITION TITLE: Athletic Trainer DEPARTMENT: Athletic Department SUPERVISOR: Director of Athletic Training/Head Athletic Trainer

GENERAL JOB FUNCTION

To assist in the planning, organization, coordination, and management of the Athletic Training Department. To assist in the management and delivery of athletic healthcare to the intercollegiate student-athletes.

STANDARD EXPECTATIONS

• 1. To possess the understanding of and the commitment to the University Mission.
• 2. To be responsible for assisting in the development of policies and procedures for athletic training students.
• 3. To be responsible for clinical instruction and supervision of athletic training students.
• 4. To be responsible for assisting in the operation of the athletic training facilities.
• 5. To be responsible for overseeing programs for the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
• 6. To be responsible for coverage of athletic teams as assigned by the Director of Athletic Training/Head Athletic Trainer.
• 7. To be responsible for traveling with assigned athletic teams.
• 8. To be responsible for assisting in the management of the athletic accident insurance program.
• 9. To perform other duties/tasks as may be assigned and/or requested by the Director of Athletic Training/Head Athletic Trainer.

DECISION MAKING AND MANAGEMENT

On a regular and continuous basis exercises administrative judgment and assumes responsibility for decisions, consequences, and results having an impact on people, costs, and/or quality of service within the department/division.

Position directly supervises Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainers and athletic training students.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training or related field; BOC certification; Athletic Training Licensure by the state of Tennessee, CPR/AED certification (Professional Rescuer or Healthcare Provider)
• Preferred: Master’s Degree in Athletic Training or related field
• Experience: 0-2 years of related, collegiate level experience preferred

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• 1. Communication Skills using the spoken word
• 2. Proven experience in athletic training at the collegiate level
• 3. Organizational Skills and the ability to prioritize responsibilities
• 4. Multi-task oriented
• 5. Interpersonal and Supervisory Skills