Athletic Trainer Assistant

2 Positions Available!

_ Location: W.A. Lettinga Campus - Grand Rapids, MI. _

_ Department: Athletics _

_ Pay: $45,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year _

The Role:

This position assists with the supervision and coordination of the overall sports medicine program. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: injury prevention, evaluation, management, and treatment of athletic injuries; short-term and long-term rehabilitation of athletic injuries; education and counseling of student-athletes and athletics related health care administration in consultation with and under the supervision of the Athletic Director, Head Athletic Trainer, Team Physician(s) and other qualified medical personnel. These responsibilities are performed in an ethical manner consistent with the University’s mission, vision, and values which include diversity, equity and inclusion.

Responsibilities:

• Help develop the overall sports medicine program for the University, including: injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment and rehabilitation, educational programs and counseling for student-athletes.

Athletic Trainer Assistant

2 Positions Available!

_ Location: W.A. Lettinga Campus - Grand Rapids, MI. _

_ Department: Athletics _

_ Pay: $45,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year _

The Role:

This position assists with the supervision and coordination of the overall sports medicine program. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: injury prevention, evaluation, management, and treatment of athletic injuries; short-term and long-term rehabilitation of athletic injuries; education and counseling of student-athletes and athletics related health care administration in consultation with and under the supervision of the Athletic Director, Head Athletic Trainer, Team Physician(s) and other qualified medical personnel. These responsibilities are performed in an ethical manner consistent with the University’s mission, vision, and values which include diversity, equity and inclusion.

Responsibilities:

• Help develop the overall sports medicine program for the University, including: injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment and rehabilitation, educational programs and counseling for student-athletes.

• Provide athletic training services for the University's athletic department as cooperatively determined by the athletic training staff and athletic directors, including attendance at scheduled team practices and home/away competitions (as necessary).

• Help in coordinating and scheduling athletic training staff and students for coverage of all team practices and athletic competitions.

• Coordinating and scheduling physical examinations and medical referrals for student-athletes to determine their ability to practice and compete.

• Prevention of athletic injuries through the application of preventative taping, wraps, braces and functional screening techniques. Assist in the design of practices to help reduce the incidence of injury.

• Assist in development of the sports medicine program including budgeting, ordering and inventory of Athletic Training supplies.

• Design and supervise rehabilitation programs for athletic injuries under the supervision of the referring physician. Evaluate and recommend new techniques and equipment that would enhance the benefit of the sports medical program.

• Advise coaches and athletes on flexibility, strengthening, and conditioning programs to prevent injuries and optimize performance.

• Maintain medical records including histories and correspondence for athletic injuries, treatment, rehabilitation, and physician referrals.

• Counsel and advise athletes on health related issues, including, but not limited to, nutrition, and substance abuse.

• Supervise student athletic trainers, internships and student-workers.

• Maintain open channels of communication while maintaining compliance with HIPPA.

• Understand and abide by all external and internal regulations and policies. This includes NCAA, GLIAC and national affiliations associated within athletics or other role specific regulations.

• Provides GREAT customer service, anticipating and exceeding the needs of our customers.

• Demonstrate and promote the University Cultural Values.

Qualifications:

• Minimum bachelor's degree in health related field, with a current NATA BOC certification. Master’s Degree preferred (in related field). Must have a current certification in CPR/AED. (Proof of Licensure to practice athletic training in the state of Michigan).

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background investigation including but not limited to: criminal background check, employment reference checks, and drug/alcohol screening.

• 2 to 5 years in an athletic training setting is preferred. Experience in college athletics will be considered an asset.

• Demonstrated ability to work accurately and effectively with computerized data systems.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote a positive working environment, spirit of cooperation and positive reactions to change and conflict resolution.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, both written and oral which transcend diverse audiences.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and relate well to donors, alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff, and others while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.

• Demonstrated motivational and problem solving capabilities with a high degree of integrity, ethics, and dedication to the mission of the University.

• Strong work ethic.

• Indoor/Outdoor environment. Ability to perform under stressful situations. Prolonged sitting and standing. Use of personal computer and telephone (eye and hand strain). Some travel between locations required (own transportation).

• No regular lifting requirements, occasional lifting up to 75 pounds.

• Must be able to work an irregular schedule, evenings or Saturday as needed, additional hours during peak times or as required.

Our culture, benefits and perks Empower U with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer free or reduced tuition for staff, spouses and dependents. Nationally recognized internal training and leadership programs, and career development. Is your program not available at DU? Ask about Tuition Assistance.

• A caring culture. DU values work-life balance and offers generous and flexible paid time off, 403(b) with an employer contribution plus the opportunity for an additional employer match with an employee contribution, paid volunteer time off, relocation benefits and more…

• A Healthier U. Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Wellness program, free use of Athletic Facilities, Employee Discounts, and access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Diversity and Inclusion:

At Davenport, we believe that engaging diversity, equity and inclusion is essential to achieving educational and institutional excellence. We invite you to join us as we band together to create an environment of equity and inclusivity that leverages diverse life experiences, ideas, backgrounds and perspectives. We respect diversity and are committed to fostering an environment of support, inclusiveness and learning, both in the workplace and throughout the application process. With that in mind, we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including people of color, people with disabilities, Veterans and the LGBTQ + community. We recognize that not all job seekers have all the preferred qualifications listed in the job ad, but we strongly recommend that you apply if you meet most of the criteria.

About Davenport University:

At Davenport University, we know what it takes to be successful. For more than 150 years, Davenport has stood apart from other universities because of its unrelenting focus on ensuring its graduates rise to the top of the job market. Its unique approach to education offers students a career-centered curriculum and empowers them with real-world experience. Thousands of Davenport graduates are making an impact on the world with the knowledge and skills they learned here. Our team of faculty and staff collaborate to make this possible. Joining DU means growing and advancing your own career, while making a lasting impact on our students, colleagues and the communities in which we serve.

Davenport recently earned the 2020 Michigan Performance Excellence Award, the first university in Michigan to earn this recognition. In 2021, Davenport was one of seven organizations chosen for a site review, the final step to earning the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award.

The university continues to be recognized for its work to create a strong culture and embrace diversity and inclusion. As a result, it has been named one of the nation’s Best & Brightest Companies to Work For and earned the Excellence in Diversity Award from Insight into Diversity eight times in the last nine years.

Would you like to be part of our success? It all starts here!

EEO-Davenport University is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of a person(s) national origin, race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, gender expression, transgender identity, veteran or military status, marital status, height, weight, genetic information, and any other category or classification protected by law.

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