Head Athletic Trainer

Implements the administration and promotion of athletic care within the guidelines of federal state and local laws and department, division and University policies and procedures, medical standards, and NCAA/SIAC and the conference rules and regulations. Reports to the Director of Athletics and works with physicians, medical professionals, student athletes, and personnel at other institutions to ensure athletes receive proper athletic conditioning, training, and emergency care. The incumbent will demonstrate a strong commitment to the success of the student-athletes by providing holistic prevention, treatment, and overall care. Maintain knowledge and compliance with NCAA, SIAC, and University rules, regulations, and policies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops overall athletic training program for Edward Waters University, including injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, and injury treatment and rehabilitation.

• Provides athletic training services for the University's athletic department, including attendance at scheduled team practices and home and away competitions, as necessary.

• Schedules and coordinates athletic training staff and students for coverage of all team practices and athletic competitions.

• Administers first aid and emergency care at games, transports athletes to doctors, maintains a confidential correspondence with the physician and his/her supporting staff, completes required insurance forms, and grants physician referrals.

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

• Develops and enforces infectious disease control protocols and testing.

• Serves as athletics liaison to campus wellness center for student-athlete care and the coordination of services.

• Coordinates and assists in administering athletes' physical exams, develops and implements conditioning programs, evaluates, and plans rehabilitation programs, and coordinates strength and endurance training.

• Determines medical staffing coverage for practice and contests, ensures medical staffing coverage of events, and travels with and provides medical services for Edward Water University sports teams.

• Provides supervision of assistant athletic trainer/s, graduate assistant athletic trainers and student athletic trainers.

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

• Collaborates with the Athletic Director or Designee in the development of the athletic training program budget.

• Evaluates and recommends new techniques and equipment that would enhance the benefit of the athletic training program.

• Coordinates up-to-date documentation, filing, and maintenance of all medical related records.

• Coordinates athlete eligibility certification with Associate Director of Athletics.

• Provides guidance to campus on risk management, privacy rules, NATA guidance and NCAA rules.

• Ensures compliance with all Edward Waters University, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations governing intercollegiate athletics.

• Enforces Training Room rules.

• Participates in designated staff functions including job related in-service training.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Considerable knowledge of sports, athletic training, coaching methods, and NATA/NCAA rules and regulations.

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).

• Strong computer skills in a Windows-based environment (Microsoft: Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint), including at least intermediate level word processing and spreadsheet development.

• Ability to work with diverse populations, as part of a team, and collaborate with others.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, to maintain confidentiality, and to supervise others.

• Ability and desire to meet the irregular hours and travel schedule required by the position.

• Certification required as an athletic trainer (ATC) and in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid. NATA Certified

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED: Master's Degree in a related field. At least five years’ experience in post-secondary academic advising or related field and knowledge of student-athletes, particularly as it relates to at-risk student-athletes or equivalent experience. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to build relationships with students and colleagues across the campus.

PREFERRED: At least three years of professional experience in post-secondary academic advising within athletics counseling/advising, including direct experience in working with at-risk student-athletes. Knowledge of the NCAA rules and regulations.