What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate/Assistant Athletic Trainer position at Indiana Wesleyan University Nursing?
Summary of Position: Indiana Wesleyan University is seeking to hire an Associate or Assistant Athletic Trainer, as determined based upon both educational background and years of experience.
Primary responsibilities of the Associate/Assistant Athletic Trainer include providing athletic training services as determined by the Head Athletic Trainer, and assisting with the day-to-day operation, coordination, supervision, and evaluation of the athletic training program as it relates to athletic injury management and intercollegiate / club athletics medical coverage.
Indiana Wesleyan University is a NAIA institution that sponsors 24 intercollegiate athletic teams with approximately 650 student athletes. The Associate/Assistant Athletic Trainer will also serve as a Clinical Preceptor for the Athletic Training Program.
This is a full-time, 10-month position starting on August 1 of each calendar year and ending on May 30 or the conclusion of team’s spring competitive season, whichever is later.
Duties And Responsibilities
Education
Kingdom Diversity Statement
IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Primary responsibilities of the Associate/Assistant Athletic Trainer include providing athletic training services as determined by the Head Athletic Trainer, and assisting with the day-to-day operation, coordination, supervision, and evaluation of the athletic training program as it relates to athletic injury management and intercollegiate / club athletics medical coverage.
Indiana Wesleyan University is a NAIA institution that sponsors 24 intercollegiate athletic teams with approximately 650 student athletes. The Associate/Assistant Athletic Trainer will also serve as a Clinical Preceptor for the Athletic Training Program.
This is a full-time, 10-month position starting on August 1 of each calendar year and ending on May 30 or the conclusion of team’s spring competitive season, whichever is later.
Duties And Responsibilities
- PRIMARY DUTIES
- Provide athletic training services for intercollegiate athletes / sports as determined by the Head Athletic Trainer
- Provide athletic training coverage and emergency medical care for club athletes/sports as determined by the Head Athletic Trainer
- Serve as a Clinical Preceptor for the Athletic Training program and assist the Clinical Education Coordinator in the supervision and clinical education of athletic training students
- Maintain an accurate health care account of all intercollegiate athletes. Document all athletes that have been evaluated, treated, and rehabilitated in the athletic training facilities and ensure that the appropriate records are properly completed and/or uploaded onto the electronic medical records system
- Properly, and in a timely manner, file any appropriate claims with the secondary insurance company
- Assist with supervision of the daily operational procedures of the athletic training clinics and facilities
- Assist in the review of annual pre-participation physicals and paperwork for all intercollegiate athletes
- Assist in the scheduling and administration of routine team physician visits for injured intercollegiate athletes
- Act as a liaison between intercollegiate head coaches and team physicians
- Provide insight, rationale, and personal preferences concerning organization and the purchasing of medical supplies/equipment for the athletic training facilities
- Assist with organization and maintenance of medical supplies/equipment inventory
- Acting within scope of practice, counsel with students and refer as necessary regarding personal, emotional, academic, or spiritual hardships/problems
- Participate as requested in committees, councils or professional organizations that pertain to this position. Attendance at university chapel services is encouraged
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer
- Maintain certification/membership with the following:
- Board of Certification
- Indiana Professional Licensing Agency
- National Athletic Trainers’ Association
- Healthcare Provider CPR
- ADDITIONAL DUTIES
- Leads and mentors Assistant Athletic Trainers; ensures quality of care to student-athletes and compliance with established standards and requirements
- Promotes a positive learning environment for clinical education; assists with the identification of continuing education units (CEUs) required for continued credentialing of athletic training staff
- Participates in development, implementation, and maintenance of policies, objectives, short-and long-range planning; develops and implements projects and programs to assist in the accomplishment of established goals
- Advise the Head Athletic Trainer on decision-making processes, including, but not limited to: athletic training services, operational/administrative issues, budgetary processes, compliance with NAIA guidelines, etc.
- SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
- Will serve as a Clinical Preceptor for the Athletic Training Program, which involves supervision and clinical education of athletic training students
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training Required
- Master’s Degree preferred for Associate Athletic Trainer
- Must have current BOC recognition as a Certified Athletic Trainer
- Indiana licensure is required. The licensure process should be started, if not already secured, once the successful candidate has accepted the position
- Healthcare provider-level CPR certification
- One (1) year of post-certification experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer is preferred for the Assistant Athletic Trainer position
- At least five (5) years of post-certification experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer is preferred for the Associate Athletic Trainer position
- College experience and experience with a variety of sports are desirable
- Previous experience in clinical supervision of athletic training students is desirable
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
- Must demonstrate a mature and expressive Christian faith commitment
- Desire to work to create an environment of quality and innovation
- Work within the Athletic Department and Athletic Training Program to foster an environment of cooperation and unity
- Maintain a professional image and manner consistent with Indiana Wesleyan University’s mission and goals
Kingdom Diversity Statement
IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.