The Athletic Trainer provides care for and assists in the prevention of athletically-related injuries, including therapeutic rehabilitation to facilitate a safe return to competition, while prioritizing the health and welfare of student-athletes.
Job Description
1. Provide comprehensive athletic training services, including injury prevention, evaluation, immediate care, treatment and rehabilitation of athletically related injuries.
2. Develop and implement rehabilitation programs to facilitate safe return-to-play decisions in accordance with accepted athletic training practices and NCAA guidelines.
3. Stay current with legislation, regulations, and best practices related to athletic training and intercollegiate athletics. 4.Collaborate with team physicians, coaches, strength and conditioning staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care for student-athletes. 5.Monitor student-athlete health and wellness and make independent medical decisions consistent with NCAA sports medicine best practices.
6. Participate in professional development activities to maintain certification, licensure and enhance professional knowledge.
7. Provide education to student-athletes and coaches on injury prevention, health, safety, and wellness topics. 8. Ensure compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and policies related to sports medicine, medical clearance, and participation. 9. Maintain accurate medical records and documentation in compliance with NCAA, conference, institutional and applicable legal requirements (e.g., HIPAA, FERPA).
10. Assist in the development and implementation of emergency action plans for athletic events and practices.
11. Coordinate medical coverage for practices, competitions, and team travel, including away contests with sport assignments.
12. Represent the Department of Athletics on institutional committees related to sports medicine, health, or student-athlete welfare.
13. Act as liaison with external medical providers, specialists and allied health professionals.
14. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree, plus two years of relevant experience
- BOC Certification and eligible for Illinois state Licensure required
- First aid, CPR and AED certification required
- Ability to travel with teams to away contests, as necessary.
- Knowledge of and compliance with NCAA rules is a condition of employment in this position.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree;
- Advanced training or experience in a collegiate or professional sports environment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrate knowledge of NCAA sports medicine policies and best practices; strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills; ability to work effectively with diverse student-athlete populations; sound clinical judgment; strong organizational and time-management skills; problem-solving ability; and a demonstrated commitment to student-athlete health, safety, and welfare.
Additional Applicant Information
Chicago State University is committed to diversity and inclusion in our campus community and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to join our team. We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provide equal opportunity in our educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, gender, religion, age, ability, sexual orientation or national origin.
Physical Requirement/ Demands
Ability to maintain emotional control in stressful situations. Frequent interstate and statewide travel; prolonged and irregular hours; and exposure to outdoor weather conditions including sun and heat.
Work Environment
Athletic training room, practice facilities and competitive sport venues.
