Assistant Director, Sports Medicine Football

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Assistant Director of Football Sports Medicine is responsible for the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries to collegiate athletes. In addition, this position administers drug testing, insurance coordination, and travels with athletic teams to all events. The incumbent reports to the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine in the administration of a Division I intercollegiate Athletic program in adherence to all university and Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Master's degree in Athletic Training or related field is required.

Experience: 3 years of Athletic Training experience.

Licensure & Certifications: A valid driver's license is required. BOC National Certification required. A State Board of Medical Licensure Certification in Athletic Training is required. A Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure Athletic Training Certification Is Preferred. The successful applicant will obtain a Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure within 3 months if not held at hire. Valid state driver's license is required.

Job Duties:

• 65% - Prevent injuries, treat sports related injuries, and rehabilitate assigned student athletes including taping, bracing, first aid, surgery consultation, medical communication, therapy, and follow up exercises. Monitor environmental conditions. - (Essential)
• 15% - Assist with the compilation, input, organization, and maintenance of all medical records on University student-athletes, and share in the responsibility of maintaining and organizing the athletic training file system and departmental handbooks. - (Essential)
• 10% - Ensure timely and appropriate submission of insurance claims with the school's secondary insurance carrier.   - (Essential)
• 5% - Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, standards, policies and procedures. - (Essential)
• 5% - Supports the office functions by completing all other duties and special projects as assigned. - (Essential)