Assistant Athletic Trainer

Description

Assistant Athletic Trainer

POSITION: Assistant Athletic Trainer

SUPERVISOR: Head Athletic Trainer

DEPARTMENT:  Athletics

LOCATION: On-campus, located in Tiffin, OH

JOB TYPE: Full-time

GRANT-FUNDED: No

SOC Code: 29-9091

General Job Description:

Tiffin University seeks an Assistant Athletic Trainer. This is a full-time, 12-month contract renewable annually. The Assistant Athletic Trainer will be integral to a nine-person sports medicine team caring for all our twenty-five varsity athletic programs sponsored by Tiffin University.  Tiffin University is a proud member of the NCAA Division II and the Great Midwest Athletic Conference. 

The Assistant Athletic Trainer will be serving as the primary medical care provider for injuries sustained by Tiffin University student-athletes and will have other responsibilities as assigned by the head athletic trainer. Provide quality comprehensive health care through prevention, evaluation, and treatment of injury or illness, and act as a therapist to rehabilitate injuries sustained through participation in intercollegiate athletics at Tiffin University. Promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program. This shall include adhering to the principles of the Athletic Department’s Mission Statement, Diversity and Inclusion Mission Statement, Core Values, Policies, and Procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, the GMAC, and the NCAA.

Requirements

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prevention of athletic injuries and illnesses.
• Evaluation of athletic injuries.
• Treatment of athletic injuries.
• Operation therapeutic modalities.
• Fitting of protective devices and braces.
• Oversee the daily operation of the athletic training room.
• Complete and submit insurance claims to the secondary athletic insurance company.
• Providing counseling and education to student-athletes.
• Athletic training administrative duties as assigned.
• Assist with the coordination and scheduling of medical coverage for home and away competitions.
• Scheduling or work-study students for coverage.
• Supervision, education, and recruitment of student athletic trainers.
• Recordkeeping and documentation.
• Work with physicians and other allied health professionals to deliver care to student-athletes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications for the Job:

Education

• A bachelor's degree from a CAATE-accredited institution is required.
• A Master’s degree is preferred.

Certification/License:

• Must be certified (or eligible to take the exam and/or actively attempting to pass the exam) by the NATABOC.
• Licensure to practice athletic training from the state of Ohio Board of OTPTAT.  Failure to pass the BOC exam and become licensed by the Ohio Board of OTPTAT will result in a continual effort to fill the position.
• Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification is also required.

Experience:

• A minimum of 0-2 years of successful athletic training experience.

Other:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A record of integrity and leadership.
• A willingness to advance the goals of the Tiffin University Department of Athletics.  

Benefits at Tiffin University:
At Tiffin University, we believe in taking care of our people. That’s why all full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health, financial security, and work-life balance.

Our benefits include:

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy.
• Health Savings & Flex Spending Accounts: Options to save pre-tax dollars, with employer contributions to your HSA.
• Income Protection: Employer-paid basic life insurance and long-term disability, plus voluntary plans for short-term disability,      supplemental life, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
• Retirement Savings: A 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions to help you plan for the future.
• Time Off:      Generous paid time off for vacation and sick leave, plus paid holidays throughout the year.
• Education Benefits: Tuition assistance and benefits for you and eligible family members.
• Support Services: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support.

We’re committed to fostering a healthy, supportive, and rewarding workplace for all of our team members.

Tiffin University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. While we strive for a diverse mix of candidates, all employment decisions are made without regard to race, sex, or other protected characteristics. 

Tiffin University is an Equal Opportunity Employer