Athletic Trainer

Calvin University•Grand Rapids, MI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Staff position to assist in the organization and implementation of the athletic health care delivery program for all Calvin University NCAA Division III varsity and junior varsity athletic teams and ACHA men’s ice hockey teams.

Requirements

Bachelor or Master’s degree in athletic training from a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accredited college or university
One to three years of related experience
Current and ongoing certification by the Board of Certification, Inc (BOC)
Current and ongoing license to practice athletic training in the State of Michigan by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
Current and ongoing First aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer certifications
Ability to draft and edit correspondence
Ability to train or instruct employees in the same department
Ability to handle confidential information following HIPPA guidelines
Ability to carry out detailed written/oral/diagram form instructions
Ability to tolerate and accommodate varied and/or extended working hours, including evenings and weekends as well as travel for some weekend and/or extended trips (e.g. regional and national tournaments, spring break, or holiday/public relations trips)
Demonstrates the ability to maintain good working relationships with a variety of constituencies including student athletes, athletic training students, insurance providers, parents/guardians, other health care providers, and colleagues.
Demonstrated awareness and commitment to effectively establishing relationships and positive communication across multiple dimensions of diversity including, but not limited to, race, gender, physical limitations, class, or religious perspectives.

Nice To Haves

A Master’s degree in athletic training is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist Head Athletic Trainer in the daily operations of the Sports Medicine Office by monitoring daily practice/game schedules, coordination of on-campus physician clinics, and managing inventory of medical supplies.
Assessment, management, rehabilitation, and prevention of athletic injuries for assigned teams.
Work with Head Athletic Trainer to complete annual pre-participation exams and ensure compliance with all NCAA health and safety legislation.
Medical documentation of injuries and illnesses in compliance with federal and state regulations.
Provide medical coverage for practices and contests.
Provides verbal and/or written information for student-athletes to assist in the prevention and/or treatment of injuries.
Provide verbal and written information about injuries to coaching staff, strength and conditioning staff, and team physicians to manage injuries appropriately.
Assists the head athletic trainer as a preceptor for athletic training students which may include providing appropriate communication with the respective college/university field supervisor.
Assists in maintaining all medical records in accordance with federal and state regulations.
Assists in maintaining good communication with the insurance providers, including our secondary provider, and submits all paperwork required for insurance claims.
Assists in maintaining the optimal health, safety, and welfare of all constituencies associated with Calvin Sports Medicine.
Responsible for assisting in the supervision of student employees (Student Sports Medicine Assistants).