Associate Athletic Trainer Football- 12 month

The Associate Athletic Trainer position is a full-time, exempt staff, twelve month position, with the primary sport assignment to Football. The Associate Athletic Trainer will serve as one of the full-time athletic trainers employed by the University of Indianapolis, under the direction of physicians from Community Health Network. The Associate Athletic Trainer will take on administrative responsibilities as assigned by the Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine.

This is a support position in athletic training providing treatment/rehabilitation, coverage during practices, home and away competitions for UIndy Football, and a non-travel spring sport to be assigned.

The individual in this position will be responsible for all aspects of athletic training domains including:

• Injury and illness prevention and wellness promotion
• Examination, assessment and diagnosis of injuries
• Immediate and emergency care
• Therapeutic intervention
• Healthcare administration and professional responsibility

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience

• 3-5 years as a certified athletic trainer preferred
• Collegiate experience preferred
• Football experience preferred

Education

• Bachelor's degree required
• Master's degree preferred

Licenses/Certifications/Credentials

• BOC Athletic Training Certification required
• Indiana State Licensure (or eligible) required
• CPR/AED Certification required

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The employee will be tasked with overseeing the day-to-day operation of 1 of the 3 Athletic Training Facilities, as the senior member of the staff in that facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Follow the guidance and direction of supervisor(s).
• Oversight and management of one of the main Athletic Training Facilities
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine
• Prepare and submit secondary insurance claims for athletic injuries
• Facilitate communication between team physicians, professional staff, coaches, student athletes, parents and administrators
• Coordinate student athlete appointments with team physicians and physical therapists
• Coordinate University of Indianapolis and NCAA drug testing
• Maintain a high morale among athletic training staff, athletic training students, student athletes, coaches and administrators
• Athletic trainers are expected to maintain a high level of quality documentation within an electronic medical records system.
• Demonstrate respectful, ethical, responsible behavior.
• Abide by the University's policies, procedures, and rules.
• Perform employee responsibilities as detailed in employee handbooks and policies.
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Other duties, including special projects, as required or assigned.
• 12 Month employees will assist with additional athletic training needs during the summer months which may include the following:
• Athletic Training room coverage
• Inventory, ordering and restocking
• Reviewing and updating policies and procedures
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant AD for Sports Medicine

This role serves as a Title IX Responsible Employee. Yes

This role serves as a Campus Security Authority. No

This role requires a clean or acceptable driving record. Yes

COMPETENCIES/OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

To perform the job successfully, an individual will demonstrate the following:

• Ability to effectively communicate with all members of the health care team, coaches and athletic administration.
• Ability to manage athletic injuries.
• Ability to manage emergency situations with a calm demeanor.
• Knowledge of athletic training scope of practice.
• Ability to operate within this scope of practice.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to be standing for long periods of time.
• Ability to withstand long exposure to hot and cold temperatures.