Job Description
Job Description
JOB TITLE : Head Athletic Trainer
DEPARTMENT : Athletics
REPORTS TO : Athletic Director
UNIVERSITY MISSION : Rochester Christian University prepares students for professional and personal success as they serve in God's world.
POSITION SUMMARY : The athletic trainer is responsible for providing health care needs to student-athletes enrolled at Rochester Christian University. Health care needs include prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses sustained during sanctioned practices and competitions.
EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :
- Master’s degree in physical education, sports medicine or related field
- 1 year of athletic training or related experience
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Embody and embrace the RCU Mission to all coaches and student-athletesDeveloping and directing the daily operations of the athletic training facilitiesProvide hours of operation for rehab of student-athletes
Provide hours of open training room timesMaintain a clean and welcoming athletic training roomCollect and maintain all required documentation prior to athletes’ participationMaintain accurate and up-to-date documents online for athletes to access
Maintain database to store documents and track injuries for each athleteEnsure all athletes have adequate insuranceReport any non-compliance of athletes to the Athletic DirectorManage the treatment of athletic injuries incurred during intercollegiate activityCoordinate physician referral of student-athletes and their injuriesDirect and supervise the rehabilitation of athletic injuriesAssist student-athletes with insurance claimsOversee practice and game day training needsSupervise on campus practices and select off campus practices
Supervise all home contests as scheduled in conjunction with the Athletic DirectorMaintain inventory of training supplies and equipmentThe athletic trainer serves as a liaison between student-athlete, coach, and physicianCoordinate the CPR certification of all members of the athletic departmentMust maintain all required certifications mandated by the State and other agenciesManage the adjunct trainer and contracted trainersCreate a schedule of contests and practices for coverage
Oversee the adjunct trainer as related to care of athletesCoordinate the coverage of certain sports, mainly hockey, with contracted trainersPromote an inclusive Rochester Christian University through demonstration of our Diversity Statement. Participate in developmental activities to increase understanding and awareness of issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion both individually and as related to my field of work, profession or discipline.SUPERVISORY DUTIES :
Supervise all on campus practices and selected off campus practicesSupervise all home contests and selected away contestsREQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
Respectable and responsibleCompetent and knowledgeable of current rehabilitation treatments and modalitiesAbility to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekendsAbility to promote and encourage social and spiritual leadershipProfessional in appearance and conductAbility to provide good customer service with acceptable bedside manner to student-athletesSupportive of the University mission. Indicators of this support include a demonstrated personal faith in Jesus Christ and being active in a local church.