Athletic Trainer - Intern

Grand Canyon University•Phoenix, AZ

22d•Onsite

About The Position

Grand Canyon University’s Athletic Department is passionate about helping student-athletes achieve their highest level of excellence. The Athletic Department uses intercollegiate sports as a platform for developing our student-athletes in integrity and personal growth. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact on the student-athlete experience and helping advance the mission of GCU Athletics, we invite you to join our team as an Athletic Trainer-Intern. This role is 10 months and part-time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or related field
Certified Athletic Trainer by the Board of Certification (BOC) of Athletic Trainers
Current Arizona Licensure required.
CPR, AED, First Aid Certified
Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

Nice To Haves

Relevant experience treating high school, club, or intercollegiate participants preferred.

Responsibilities

Prevention, assessment and treatment of athletic related injuries sustained by student athletes.
Develop therapeutic exercise protocols to include proprioception, strength, endurance and cardiovascular fitness for injuries sustained by student athletes.
Effectively utilize various modalities including heat, cold, sound, and electrical stimulation to promote wound and injury healing.
Render first aid to student athletes to include wound care and / or life threatening conditions.
Consult either Director of Sports Medicine or ATC’s before referral to medical physician as result of injury or illness sustained by student athletes.
Coverage of teams as assigned by Director of Sports Medicine and their various events hosted by GCU athletic department.
Follows emergency plans for all venues and assists in emergency situations in the event of acute injuries.
Participates in Pre-Participation Physicals Exams for all student athletes.
Implement baseline concussion testing for designated athletic teams.
Provide diet guidelines to promote health and wellness for student athletes.
Maintain complete medical records of student athletes in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Update requisite system for all injuries to student athletes.
Process insurance and billing documents required for student athletes to ensure coverage.
Assist with maintaining Athletic Training Room inventory.
Assist in the department Drug Testing Program.
Travel with teams as required.
Coverage of summer camps and tournaments.