Athletic Trainer

Position Title: Athletic Trainer

Department: Athletics

Advertised Pay: Upper $40,000's

Campus Location: Washburn University

The screening committee will review all eligible applications submitted immediately and continue reviewing until interviews are scheduled or the position is filled.

Position Summary: Develop and supervise athletic training programs for assigned teams. Conduct rehabilitation activities for injured student athletes. Monitor team practices and game preparation

Essential Functions:
Develop and implement athletic training programs for assigned teams/sports at Washburn University to support the physical development of student athletes and minimize their risk of sports-related injury. Develop specific training programs for individual athletes as needed to further reduce risks of injury and/or affect long-term rehabilitation when injuries occur.

Provide instruction, training and direction to graduate assistants and undergraduate students to increase their knowledge and maximize their performance as athletic training assistants.

Supervise rehabilitation activities, practice and game preparation, ensuring that all activities are conducted appropriately and support the health and/or rehabilitation of student athletes.

Schedule medical appointments on behalf of injured athletes, and serve as a liaison between physician(s) and student athletes to ensure that athletes understand and comply with physician’s instructions.

Document injuries and rehabilitation for use in preparing and presenting reports and in evaluating the recovery of injured athletes. Keep head coaches apprised of athletes’ health and recovery status.

Establish emergency response protocols to ensure prompt and appropriate response when injuries occur.

Assist in the day-to-day operation of the athletic training room: Monitor the use of equipment and facilities to ensure their proper use and athletes’ adherence to training room schedules. Order or report needed repairs as needed and appropriate to ensure the training facility is fully operational and available for use.

Schedule assistance and coordinate athletic training coverage during summer camps to provide timely and appropriate responses in the event campers are injured. Attend educational events and complete educational courses that meet continuing education requirements and allow continued state and national trainer certifications. Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Athletic Training or completion of a master's degree in Athletic Training by the end of the semester of hire, with graduate-level experience (or a Bachelor’s Degree and two years of full-time equivalent athletic training experience) 
• Current/active Licensed Athletic Trainer (LAT) with Kansas Athletic Trainer license, or must be obtained within two months/60 days of hire.
• Current National Athletic Trainer Certification (ATC) or must be obtained within two months/60 days of hire.
  Driving record acceptable by University standards

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 80 pounds, stretch student athletes, and support the weight of injured student athletes who need assistance to leave the playing field/court.

Full time Mon-Fri, Background Check and Driving History Required