Athletic Trainer-Tennis GS9323

Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

OSU-Center for Health Sciences in Stillwater, OK invites applications for an Athletic Training Administrative role. You will coordinate medical coverage for home and away contests and schedule student and graduate assistant athletic trainers.

Responsibilities include prevention, evaluation, and treatment of injuries, counseling student athletes, and ensuring compliance with NCAA guidelines and OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Health/Physical Education, Sports Medicine/Kinesiology, Athletic Training or equivalent.
• Post Graduate Athletic Training Experience

Responsibilities

• Coordinate medical coverage for home and away contests.
• Schedule student and graduate assistant athletic trainers.
• Assist with athletic training administration and program operations.

Skills

OSHA guidelines

Communication skills

NCAA rules

NCAA Sports Medicine Handbook

Lifting 100 lbs

Standing for long periods

Weather precautions

Strength programs

Athletic training experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health/Physical Education or related field

Postgraduate athletic training experience

Job description

Campus

OSU-Center for Health Sciences

Contact Name & Email

Jeffery Kellerman, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

Work schedule will vary according to practice and event schedules. These can change depending on availability of facilities and weather changes. Athletic events will take place after business hours, on weekends, and on holidays.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

Commensurate with education and experience

Priority Application Date

While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by to ensure full consideration.

About This Position

THIS POSITION IS IN STILLWATER OK

Athletic Training Administrative duties.

Assist with the coordination of medical coverage for home and away contest, including scheduling of student and graduate assistant athletic trainers.

Athletic Trainer Responsibilities Include:

• Prevention of athletic injuries and illnesses.
• Evaluation of athletic injuries.
• Treatment of athletic injuries.
• Counseling and education of student athletes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Health/Physical Education, Sports Medicine/Kinesiology, Athletic Training or equivalent, (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• Post Graduate Athletic Training Experience

Certifications, Registrations, And/or Licenses:

Certified by the National Athletic Trainers' Board of

Certification and/or American Physical Therapy Association

Prior to hire: Licensed by the state of Oklahoma as an athletic trainer Must be NATA BOC certified and possess or be in the process of acquiring state licensure.

Skills, Proficiencies, And/or Knowledge:

• Extensive knowledge in OSHA guidelines and universal precautions.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of NCAA Rules and guidelines.
• Knowledge and understanding of guidelines in the NCAA Sports Medicine Handbook.
• Extensive knowledge of OSHA guidelines and universal precautions.
• Must be able to lift in excess of 100 lbs.
• Extensive amount of time standing per day.
• Must be able to deal with heat and changing weather precautions.
• Knowledge of NCAA Rules and Regulations.
• Experience and knowledge of organizing strength programs, especially for injured student athletes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Health/Physical Education, Athletic Training, Physical Therapy
• Experience working with Athletic Trainer/Physical Therapist

Certifications, Registrations, And/or Licenses:

Additional: Preferred Certification by NASM as PES, or by NSCA as CSCS.

Skills, Proficiencies, And/or Knowledge:

• Experience with aquatic rehabilitation
• Experience with teaching clinical and practice skills in CAHEP approved Athletic Education Program