Athletic Trainer - Mens Ice Hockey

Lake Superior State University; Sault Ste. Marie (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Superior State University seeks an Athletic Trainer to oversee sports medicine functions, focusing on athlete health and performance management. This role entails coordinating pre-participation exams, rehabilitation program design, and collaboration with medical staff to ensure compliance with NCAA standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background and effective communication skills, managing athlete care effectively across various teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field is required.
• Experience with NCAA and collegiate athletics is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate physical exams and injury management.
• Develop prevention strategies and collaborate with healthcare staff.
• Maintain athlete care records and support mental health initiatives.

Skills

Injury evaluation

Rehabilitation program design

Communication

Collaboration with healthcare professionals

Emergency action planning

Athlete management systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field

Tools

Athlete management software

Job description

Responsibilities and Duties

• Coordinate pre-participation, annual, and exit physical exams.
• Collaborate with Sports Performance professionals to develop and implement injury prevention strategies.
• Work with campus health services and team physicians to develop student athlete health and performance education programs.
• Evaluate and treat injuries and illnesses during practices and competitions.
• Design and implement rehabilitation programs.
• Coordinate pre-practice and pre-game preparations for teams.
• Revise and implement emergency action plans, collaborating with local EMS, fire, and paramedics.
• Maintain and communicate injury and availability reports.
• Prepare insurance claims in collaboration with the university's secondary insurance provider and third-party administrators.
• Work in cooperation with the university's medical director and team physicians.
• Manage all medical and protective equipment, including fabrication of custom protective gear.
• Travel with men's NCAA D1 ice hockey and other teams as coordinated with the Athletics Director.
• Develop and maintain departmental policies, including student-athlete well-being and compliance with NCAA healthcare requirements.
• Provide advanced prevention and recovery strategies.
• Maintain athlete management system (AMS) related to sports science data, load management, and analytics, in collaboration with the Director of Hockey Sports Performance.
• Assist in managing student-athlete mental health alongside team physicians and licensed mental health providers.
• Develop and oversee an annual sports medicine budget.
• Communicate effectively with student-athletes and coaches during evenings and weekends as needed.
• Prepare and maintain athletic injury care records and reports according to national standards and NCAA, CCHA, and GLIAC guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.