Location: Buies Creek,NC, USA
Position: Athletic Trainer - PRN
Department: Athletics
Status: Part Time
Position Summary:
Reports to the Associate Athletics Director for Student-Athlete High Performance and Development. Supervise and coordinate athletic training services for student-athletes participating in intercollegiate athletic programs for the Campbell University athletic department, working under the medical directions of team physicians and in conjunction with referring physicians, other ancillary medical professionals, and Campbell University staff (athletic training, athletics administration, sport coaching, academics, strength and conditioning, counseling services). Must adhere to NCAA, CAA and Southern Conference institutional rules and regulations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Prevention and Treatment of Athletic-Related Injuries
* Game Management Duties
(1) Prevention and Treatment of Athletic-Related Injuries
* Maintain an effective program of preventive care for the University's athletic teams as assigned by the Associate Athletics Director for Student-Athlete High Performance and Development
* Follow necessary policies and procedures to provide for the welfare of all student-athletes.
* Scheduling and coordination of all physical examinations for student-athletes prior to the start of their sports season. Document and disseminate, to appropriate staff, any chronic medical conditions or special needs.
* Notify the coaches of assigned sport(s) of all injured student-athletes, informing them of the nature and the seriousness of the injury. Parents will only be notified with the consent of and at the request of the student athlete.
* Coordinate all necessary referrals to Campbell University Team Physicians for assigned sport(s). Consult with the Campbell University Sports Medicine staff for referrals outside of the Campbell University physicians.
* Maintain accurate records and submit insurance claims in a timely manner.
(2) Game Management Duties
* Coordination of necessary emergency services for athletic events, including the presence of EMT personnel when appropriate
* Communicate with visiting athletic trainers prior to the event, providing a description of available facilities and services and a list of emergency phone numbers.
* Confirm the availability of athletic training and medical personnel at the event.
* Prepare the required bench services and amenities as well as locker room amenities for visiting teams when appropriate.
Education/Experience:
* Bachelor's degree or Entry Level Master's Degree from a CAATE accredited institution
* Master's degree in Athletic Training or related field desired
* NATA BOC certification
* North Carolina State Athletic Training Licensure
* 1 year of collegiate or professional athletic training experience desired
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
* Communicate effectively to all groups through both oral and written channels.
* Maintaining strict confidentiality and attention to detail are essential.
* Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
* Demonstrate tact, a positive attitude, courtesy and discretion in dealing with university faculty or staff, student athletes, coaches, parents, and others associated with athletic programs.
* Work independently as well as function effectively in a team and within a diverse group of people
* Exercise independent judgment in complex and new situations
* Manage multiple, concurrent projects, and meet strict deadlines.
* Adaptability, flexibility and a willingness to work in a changing environment.
* Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holiday breaks as necessary.
* Availability to travel, with overnight stays required.
* This position requires honesty, integrity, and the ability to work within the Christian mission of Campbell University