Assistant Athletic Trainer - Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Illinois Chicago•Chicago, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
The Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for the care, prevention, and rehabilitation of injuries for student-athletes. The role evaluates and assesses injuries and illnesses, administers treatment, and provides injury prevention and rehabilitation services. It also provides medical coverage at athletic practices and competitive events.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in kinesiology or a related field.
- A minimum of two years of experience.
- National Athletic Trainers’ Association certification.
- State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation license.
- Knowledge of Conference rules and regulations.
- CPR and safety certifications.
- Direct knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
- Knowledge of MS Office applications.
- Effective communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Administer treatment and provide post-surgery rehabilitation of injuries.
- Instruct athletes on injury prevention.
- Administer game and practice activities, including taping and stretching of athletes.
- Provide medical coverage for athletic games and practices; assess injuries and provide treatment.
- Act as a liaison between student-athletes, parents, doctors, coaches, and the athletic department.
- Research, assess, and implement injury prevention and rehabilitation techniques.
- Adhere to University, Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Tuition waivers for employees and dependents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
