Assistant Athletic Trainer

Assistant Athletic Trainer

Job Details
Job Location : UHSP main campus - St. Louis, MO
Position Type : Staff (Full-time)
Education Level : Bachelors Degree
Travel Percentage : Negligible
Job Category : Athletics - Coaching, fitness or administration


Summary
University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis is currently seeking an assistant athletic trainer to help develop, coordinate, and administer a comprehensive sport medicine program for the University intercollegiate sports. The Assistant Athletic Trainer will help with the prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and documentation of injuries and illnesses. In addition, the Assistant Athletic Trainer will help the Head Athletic Trainer perform and administer sports medicine services essential for the successful implementation and development of the intercollegiate sports program.

The UHSP Eutectics participate in National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) sports as a member of the American Midwest Conference. National Associate of eSports (NACE) for eSports. Teams include men's and women's eSports, basketball, soccer, cross-country, track and field, volleyball, tennis, women's softball, dance, cheer, bowling, lacrosse, golf, and mens baseball as well as rugby.

In this role you will have the opportunity to:

Administer and oversee the care, prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and documentation of injuries to University student-athletes

Responsible for practice, home events, and care and management of injuries/illnesses including: prevention, evaluation, management, rehabilitation and documentation of student-athletes as deemed by the Head Athletic Trainer per risk level of the sport and availability of the athletic training staff

Help monitor weather conditions and dangerous environments (cold/humidity/lightning/tornado)

Collaborate with coaches on student-athlete strength and conditioning programs and activities

Communicate with head athletic trainer, physician, and coaches on student-athlete injury status and be able to effectively communicate in high stress/pressure situations when talking to patients, medical professionals, staff, and families

Provide accommodation recommendations, related to sport, for student-athletes with restrictions or limitations

Organize and maintain all student-athlete medical records in a timely manner in compliance with federal, state, local, athletic association, and conference governing body's requirements

Make return to play decisions for student-athletes with advice from physician if needed

Assist visiting athletic teams with medical accommodations and services as needed

Knowledge of rules and regulations set forth by the NAIA and conferences should be maintained, reviewed, and practiced to ensure compliance relative to those applicable duties

Assist the Head Athletic Trainer with supervising the conduct of student-athletes in the Athletic Training Facility and reports any problems to respective coach

Responsible for organization and appearance of the Athletic Training Facility

Assist the Head Athletic Trainer with the annual budget/inventory of all supplies needed to carry out athletic training duties

Responsible for administrative and other duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer

Represent the university in a positive manner both on and off duty

Qualifications
To succeed in this role, you will need:

Bachelors degree in a directly related field; masters degree preferred

1-2 years of professional experience, preferably in a higher education setting

Certification by NATA Board of Certification (NATABOC).

Licensure by the State of Missouri Board of Registration for Healing Arts

Certified in CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers & Health Care Providers or Basic Life Support

Outstanding organizational and prioritization skills

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

People oriented and able to work with various personalities

Protects privacy of individual student-athletes and medical information

The ability to represent the philosophy and educational goals of University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy

Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as the schedule dictates

Knowledge of NAIA rules and regulations is preferred

If this sounds like the job for you here is information on how to apply:

Follow the simple steps to apply online and submit a cover letter, resume/CV and references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Benefits:

UHSP offers a great benefits package including excellent, affordable health insurance, dental, vision, University-paid life and disability insurance, voluntary coverage, retirement match, and generous parental and caregiver leave, personal and University holiday, sick and vacation time.

AA/EOE Statement:

University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy in St. Louis is proud to be recognized in 2022 as a Great College to Work For for diversity, inclusion and belonging, faculty and staff well-being and shared governance. We value the benefits of a diverse student body and workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. The Universitys employment policy shall be supported through a continuing affirmative action commitment that embodies the standards of equal employment opportunities for all persons. EOE/M/F/Veteran/Disabled.


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University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy in St. Louis values the benefits of a diverse student body and workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. The University’s employment policy shall be supported through a continuing affirmative action commitment that embodies the standards of equal employment opportunities for all persons. EOE/M/F/Veteran/Disabled.



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