What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Athletic Trainer position at Saint Louis University and Careers?
Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.
Job Duties:
- Provide the highest level of health care for a diverse population of student-athletes including but not limited to prevention, management, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries/illnesses/medical conditions.
- Maintaining medical records on student-athletes to include physical examinations, insurance information and injury evaluation reports.
- Assess risk of injury, self-care implementation and overall wellness promotion.
- Electronic documentation of all patient encounters.
- Attending scheduled meetings, team practices and events including travel.
- Assisting in the management of institutional and NCAA drug testing.
- Interfacing with coaches and the SLU Sports Performance department regarding injured student-athletes.
- Remaining current on all Missouri state and national requirements for license renewal.
- Agreeing to comply with all University, A10 and NCAA bylaws and legislation as well as to follow the NATA Code of Ethics.
- This position supervises student sports medicine assistants and SLU Athletic Training Program students.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University’s Mission.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Successful candidates should possess excellent clinical skills to interact effectively with student athletes, professional colleagues, administrators, coaches and the public.
- Knowledge of NCAA Division 1 rules and regulations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of medical privacy laws and policies.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Board of Certification (BOC) certification as well as Missouri state licensure eligible.
- Bachelor's degree in related field required, Master's degree in related field preferred.
- A criminal background check will be required.
Function
Athletic Support
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.