Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer

This position has been filled - Job#: 453376643

Job Summary

Responsibilities:

• Evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries/illnesses


• Education and dissemination of sports medicine related information to coaching staff and student-athletes.


• Management of medical and communication records with members of the sports medicine staff, team physician, insurance companies and other constituents.


• Perform other duties deemed essential to the operation of athletic training office as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer or Director of Athletics.

Other Job Functions:

• Develop functional injury prevention/strength and conditioning protocols for the athletics department


• Participate in the implementation/supervision of functional injury prevention


• Assist in the research/development of new policies and procedures


• Obtain additional credits or experience in a therapeutic intervention that can be utilized in the athletic training room.


• Participate in meetings and trainings including departmental meetings.


• Assist in the organization and implementation of the College’s Drug Deterrence Program.


• Create and present educational topics for Student-Athletes, coaches and the general student population.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Necessary Education or Work Experience:

• Nationally Certified Athletic Training License (NATABOC)


• State of Wisconsin Licensure eligible (Athletic Training Licensure)


• Current CPR/AED certification for Health Care Providers or Professional Rescuers.


• 1-2 years of experience within an Intercollegiate Athletic Department (Required)


• Bachelor’s degree (Required)


• Collegiate athletic training experience is preferred.


• Accepted into Edgewood College Graduate Program

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge, clear understanding and acceptance of the NCAA III Philosophy


• Strong work ethic, strong rehabilitation and treatment skills, ability to work as a member of a medical team


• Attention to detail


• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)


• Excellent organizational skills


• Excellent interpersonal skills


• Time management skills


• Familiarity with academic policies, procedures, and services


• Have or be able to acquire a State of Wisconsin Driver’s License
  

Specialized Technology Skills:

• Comfortable with Microsoft Office 365


• Familiarity with SportsWare (or other similar platform) tracking software


• Training in basic Athletic Training modalities