Assistant Athletic Trainer (AP26-087) in Edwardsville, Illinois at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Description

Assistant Athletic Trainer (AP26-087)

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Assistant Athletic Trainer (AP26-087) . As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• Reports to the Head Athletic Trainer.
• Responsible for evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for student-athletes.
• Communicate and collaborate with team physician(s), athletic trainers, medical specialists, coaches, sports nutritionist, mental health personnel, sports performance staff, and sport administrators regarding the status of student-athletes injuries and recommendations.
• Work with athletic health care personnel to maximize care and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses to student-athletes.
• Document all athletic health care activities with appropriate medical record keeping methods.
• Responsible for advising the Head Athletic Trainer on the sports medicine program policies and procedures to ensure the best care for student-athletes.
• Responsible for advising the Head Athletic Trainer on insurance/medical issues related to sports participation and care of athletic injuries.
• Evaluates athletic facilities for safety, provides feedback for potential safety problems to the Head Athletic Trainer.
• Provides injury reports to appropriate University and insurance personnel.
• Demonstrates concern for the health, safety, and welfare of each student-athlete.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• Comply with University, Conference and NCAA Division I rules and regulations.

FLSA: Exempt

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred;
-Certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (continuing education units required);
-Licensure by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation (continuing education units required);
-Current CPR for Professional Rescuer/Basic Life Support certification;
-Strong communication and organizational skills;
-Demonstrated crisis management skills; and
-Working understanding of computers, including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs

Supplemental Information

Application Materials and Information:

• To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references.
• You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications.
• Applicants who feel their credentials and prior experience align with the listed minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. In the application or within the cover letter and resume clearly describe how your credentials and relevant work experience align with the specified minimum requirements of the position.
• Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.

Pre- Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Additional Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at careerinfo@siue.edu .

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veterans status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email: careerinfo@siue.edu .

SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time and part-time employees (50% or more receive benefits accrued at the percentage of appointment) including:

• Medical, dental, and visioninsurance;
• Universitytuition waivers(full-time employees receive 100% waiver of tuition)
• Lifeinsurance;
• SURSretirementplan;
• Supplementalretirement savings plans;
• Paid vacation and sick leave accrual;
• Generousholiday schedule/paid holidays;
• WorkLifeprograms;
• Employee Assistance Program(mental health and wellness);
• Employee discounts(local and national retailers);
• Flexible Spending Account Program;

For more about our benefits and employee services, visit: https://www.siue.edu/human-resources/benefits

Required Question

Employer Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Address 1040 Rendleman Hall

Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026

Website https://www.siue.edu/