Head Athletic Trainer

MOUNT ST JOSEPH UNIVERSITY•Delhi Township, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1920, Mount St. Joseph University has provided an education that is based on interdisciplinary liberal arts and professional curricula emphasizing mission, values, integrity, and social responsibility. Faculty and staff deliver high-quality academics, hands-on experiential learning, and personalized attention to support student success. Join our award-winning team, recognized as a 'Best College to Work for,' and be part of a vibrant culture that places a premium on collaboration and belonging. The Head Athletic Trainer works under the supervision of the Vice President and Athletic Director and supervises the care of student athletes competing in the University’s athletic program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Board of Certification (BOC) certified in Athletic Training.
Ohio Licensed in Athletic Training.
Two to four years of college athletic training preferred.
Excellent verbal and written communications.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software.
Proficient in the use of: Athletic Training supplies and equipment, therapeutic modalities, computer, and software.
Valid driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.
American Red Cross (ARC) Instructor Certifications in Responding to Emergencies and CPR for the Professional Rescuer is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Directs the athletic training program for Intercollegiate Athletics and oversees the training room.
Coordinates medical coverage for athletic events.
Manages Assistant Athletic Trainers/Physical Therapists in the prevention, care, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
Determines, with advice from doctors, when and at what level an athlete can return to participation in a sport.
Directs Athletic Training/Sports Medicine operations, including the development and implementation of policies, processes and procedures.
Provides/direct medical services to teams as assigned, and assists in the supervision of medical services for all student-athletes to include: Prevention of athletic injuries, Recognition and evaluation of athletic injuries, Acute care of athletic injuries, Rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
Possible sports assignments: football, cross country, track & field, and softball; subject to change based on department needs.
Assist in the organization and administration of athletic training to include: Coordinate/Conduct/Participate in pre-participation physical examinations for all athletes, Maintaining and supervising the maintenance of accurate medical records for all athletes, Coverage of athletic team practices and events by the athletic training staff, Informing the coaching staff of the physical and mental status of their athletes as it pertains to their participation in that particular sport.
Informing the Athletic Administration of significant/season ending injuries.
Travel with athletic teams as needed.
Education and advising of athletes regarding personal health.
Daily communication with team physicians.
Supports the total athletic program.
Demonstrates integrity and upholds the values and mission of the University.
Committee assignments and other duties appropriate to skills and training as assigned by supervisors.
Contributes to team effort by welcoming new and different work requirements; exploring new opportunities to enhance the services of the division; helping others accomplish related job results as and where needed.