Head Athletic Trainer

This position has been filled - Job#: 453379927

Job Summary

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop overall sports medicine program for the College, including but not limited to injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment and rehabilitation, educational programs and counseling for student-athletes.


• Provide athletic training services for the College’s athletic department, including attendance at scheduled team practices and home and away competitions as necessary.


• Coordinate and schedule physical examinations and medical referrals for student-athletes to determine their ability to practice and compete.


• Responsible for the formation of the College’s athletic training staff, including hiring, training and supervision of assistant athletic trainer(s).


• Work in conjunction with the coaches to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition and conditioning programs customized to meet individual student-athlete needs.


• Schedule and coordinate athletic training staff and students for coverage of all team practices and athletic competitions.


• Assist Athletic Director and Business Manager in the development of the sports medical program budget.


• Evaluate and recommend new techniques and equipment that would enhance the benefit of the sports medical program.


• Record keeping and documentation.


• Assist coaches in supervising summer camps.


• Supervise, promote the professional development of, and evaluate all direct reports.


• Other duties as assigned that are reasonably within the scope of this position.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required in Athletic Training or related filed from a CAATE-approved Athletic Training Education Program


• Two to three years professional experience.


• BOC-certified and have current Licensure by the State of Illinois as a Licensed Athletic Trainer or able to obtain said licensure in the State of Illinois

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with NCAA, NAIA or NJCAA governing rules.