Head Athletic Trainer

Cornell College • Mt Vernon, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Cornell College invites applications for a full-time 12-month Head Athletic Trainer. This position oversees all aspects of the sports medicine program, including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for student-athletes. The Head Athletic Trainer also provides leadership and supervision for assistant athletic trainers and sports medicine assistants.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Commitment to the values, standards, and expectations of NCAA Division III athletics and a liberal arts college.
• National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification required.
• Must be eligible for a license in the state of Iowa.
• Must have a valid Iowa driver’s license and insurance coverage (if driving own vehicle) or be insurable to drive on behalf of the College.

Nice To Haves

• CPR and First Aid Instructor Certified
• Previous experience as a certified athletic trainer
• Previous experience in athletics administration

Responsibilities

• Prevent athletic injuries and illnesses through proactive programming and education.
• Evaluate injuries/illnesses and coordinate appropriate medical referrals.
• Provide first aid and emergency care during practices and competitions.
• Deliver treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning programs.
• Support student-athletes through counseling, guidance, and promoting good sportsmanship.
• Supervise certified assistant athletic trainers and sports medicine assistants.
• Oversee medical documentation, injury reports, and treatment records.
• Manage daily operations of the training room, including inventory and equipment.
• Maintain the athletics department’s emergency action plan and medical equipment.
• Coordinate insurance claims for all athletic-related injuries or illnesses.
• Schedule and oversee appointments with physicians and other medical professionals.
• Support student success through campus engagement and orientation collaborations.
• Serve as a positive role model through active involvement in the campus and local community.
• Encourage student participation in mentoring, service projects, and outreach programs.
• Teach courses within the kinesiology curriculum as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• health
• dental
• vision
• HSA & FSA accounts
• TIAA 403(b) retirement account
• tuition remission and exchange for employees and dependents
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• travel insurance
• accident insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level