Assistant Athletic Trainer

Description

Assistant Athletic Trainer

JOB TITLE: Assistant Athletic Trainer 

DEPARTMENT: Athletics

SUPERVISOR: Head Athletic Trainer

LOCATION: On-campus located in Tiffin, OH

JOB TYPE: Full-time

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

Tiffin University seeks an Assistant Athletic Trainer. This is a full-time, 12-month contract renewable annually. The Assistant Athletic Trainer will be integral to a nine-person sports medicine team caring for all our twenty-five varsity athletic programs sponsored by Tiffin University.  Tiffin University is a proud member of the NCAA Division II and the Great Midwest Athletic Conference. 

The Assistant Athletic Trainer will be serving as the primary medical care provider for injuries sustained by Tiffin University student-athletes and will have other responsibilities as assigned by the head athletic trainer. Provide quality comprehensive health care through prevention, evaluation, and treatment of injury or illness, and act as a therapist to rehabilitate injuries sustained through participation in intercollegiate athletics at Tiffin University. Promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program. This shall include adhering to the principles of the Athletic Department’s Mission Statement, Diversity and Inclusion Mission Statement, Core Values, Policies, and Procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, the GMAC, and the NCAA.

Requirements

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Prevention of athletic injuries and illnesses
• Evaluation of athletic injuries
• Treatment of athletic injuries.
• Operation therapeutic modalities
• Fitting of protective devices and braces
• Oversee the daily operation of the athletic training room
• Complete and submit insurance claims to secondary athletic insurance company
• Providing counseling and education to student-athletes.
• Athletic training administrative duties as assigned.
• Assist with coordination and scheduling of medical coverage for home and away competitions.
• Scheduling or work-study students for coverage.
• Supervision, education, and recruitment of student athletic trainers.
• Recordkeeping and documentation.
• Work with physicians and other allied health professionals to deliver care to student-athletes
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB

Education:

• A bachelor's degree from a CAATE-accredited institution is required.
• A Master’s degree is preferred.

Certification/License:

• Must be certified (or eligible to take the exam and/or actively attempting to pass the exam) by the NATABOC.
• Licensure to practice athletic training from the state of Ohio Board of OTPTAT.  Failure to pass the BOC exam and become licensed by the Ohio Board of OTPTAT will result in a continual effort to fill the position.
• Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification is also required.

Experience:

• A minimum of 0-2 years of successful athletic training experience;

Other:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A record of integrity and leadership.
• A willingness to advance the goals of the Tiffin University Department of Athletics.  

TIFFIN UNIVERSITY SPONSORED BENEFITS

Tiffin University offers excellent benefits. All full-time employees of Tiffin University are eligible for our full-time benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Account with employer incentive contribution, Employer Paid and Supplemental Life Insurance, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability, 403b Retirement with Employer Match, Time Off (annual and sick leave), Observed Holidays, Tuition Assistance and Reimbursement, and Employee Assistance Program.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Interdependence: Fosters collaboration

Communication: Strong decision-making and communication skills

Accountability: Formulates effective and progressive strategies aligned with the University's mission and values

Respect: Creates an engaging, collaborative work environment by bringing diverse people and ideas together.

Entrepreneurship: Influences and Inspires

EMBRACING OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES

VISION STATEMENT – The vision for Tiffin University is to become A premier university for challenging students to enhance their global competencies and 21st-century skills for success in a diverse world.

MISSION STATEMENT – The mission of Tiffin University is to Educate students by linking knowledge to professional practice.

CORE VALUES – The values of Interdependence, Communication, Accountability, Respect, and Entrepreneurship comprise the ICARE values of Tiffin University.

Tiffin University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. While we strive for a diverse mix of candidates, all employment decisions are made without regard to race, sex, or other protected characteristics. 

Tiffin University is an Equal Opportunity Employer