Associate Athletic Trainer
EXPIRED
Posted Date: May 24, 2024
Expired Date: Jun 08, 2024QUALIFICATION
-
Salary Expectation
Unknown -
Years of Experience
1+ Years -
Work Type
Full-time
ABOUT PROGRAM
SPORTS/DEPARTMENT
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title
MSUAASF Range B
Working Title
Associate Athletic Trainer
Hire Type
Staff
Division
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title
MSUAASF Range B
Working Title
Associate Athletic Trainer
Hire Type
Staff
Division
President's Office
Department
Athletics
Unit
Athletics
Location
SCSU Main Campus, 720 Fouth Avenue South, St. Cloud, MN 56301
FLSA
Exempt
Full/Part Time
Full Time
FTE
1
Employment Condition
Probationary
Work Shift
Varies
Work Schedule/Hours/Days
Varies
Posting Details
The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State’s commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (
DEI
) as outlined in SCSU’s It’s Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment.
DEI
values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system’s Equity 2030 initiative .
SCSU
expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community.
*Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota State University Association of Administrative and Service Faculty (
MSUAASF
) which can be found here .
Salary Minimum
Salary Maximum
Salary Type
Annual
Bargaining Unit/Plan
211, MSUAASF
Job Description
The Associate Athletic Trainer oversees assigned sports, provides injury prevention, completes medical evaluations, and provides treatment and rehabilitation to student-athletes. This position works directly with student-athletes to refer them to the proper medical personnel for continuing care. They work cooperatively with staff, coaches and department personnel, and assist other staff Athletic Trainers in the management of all athletic team medical coverage. They also help supervise and mentor graduate assistant athletic training staff.
Responsibilities
Oversight of assigned sports programs; serve as the primary athletic trainer for assigned sports programs.
Assist in hiring, training, supervising and managing a team of certified Athletic Trainers (graduate, undergraduate, and interns) in order to deliver educational and health care services to student-athletes.
Develop programming for
SCSU
student-athletes, staff, and coaches related to injury prevention, injury rehabilitation, mental health, lifetime health, nutrition, sleep, and other current topics in sports medicine.
Assist sport program coaches and strength and conditioning staff in modifying exercises and practices and developing rehab in the best interest of student-athlete health; develop relationships with local health providers and serve as the main contact with SCSU’s team physician(s) and providers to advocate for best possible medical treatment.
Maintain secure health records for all student-athletes, including eligibility clearances and injuries; file claims forms and supply documentation for insurance management; maintain current injury evaluation and rehabilitation documentation.
Assist coaches and strength and conditioning staff in developing pre-habilitation programs and modifying existing conditioning/weight programs for injured athletes; work in concert with coaches and strength and conditioning staff to identify sport-specific programs; work directly with student-athletes to ensure conditioning/weight programs are adequate.
Maintain clear communication with doctors, coaches, parents and athletes to provide the best possible medical treatment protocols; work directly with student-athletes and parents to navigate insurance and facilitate necessary medical appointment scheduling.
Supervise Athletic Training Students in the ATEP’s clinical practicum.
Perform other duties as necessary to build support for and add value to the objectives and goals of the University, department of Athletics, and Athletic Training/Sports Medicine unit.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training
One year of experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer in the public or private sector in the areas of secondary, collegiate, or professional athletics
NATA
-
BOC
certification, Current or eligible for MN Medical Board – Athletic Training Licensure
Current
CPR
and
AED
certifications required
Knowledge and skills required by the
NATA
-
BOC
to perform the duties and responsibilities of a Certified Athletic Trainer, which include, but are not limited to:
pathology of injuries and illness
orthopedic clinical examination and diagnosis
acute care of injury and illness
pharmacology
therapeutic modalities
conditioning and rehabilitative exercise
medical conditions and disabilities
nutritional aspects of injury and illness
psychosocial intervention and referral
health care administration
professional development and responsibility
Must exhibit strong interpersonal and communication skills; establish effective goal-oriented relationships with coaches, staff, and student-athletes; speak in groups of various sizes
Demonstrate clinical and administrative effectiveness and ability to advise faculty, coaches, and students
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with the local medical community
Demonstrate knowledge of insurance requirements and procedures
Must be available for overnight and weekend travel
Evidence of demonstrated ability to work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree
One to three years of professional experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer in the public or private sector in the areas of secondary, collegiate or professional athletics
Other Requirements
About
Founded in 1869, St. Cloud State is an award-winning regional public university and proud member of the Minnesota State Universities & Colleges system. The 100-acre campus is about an hour northwest of Minneapolis and St. Paul, along the oak-crowned west bank of the Mississippi River. St. Cloud State students prepare for life, work and citizenship by exploring the world around them and making it better. St. Cloud State employees value active and applied learning, community engagement, sustainability, and global and cultural understanding. These commitments complement more than 200 majors, minors and pre-professional programs, 60 graduate programs and 250 student clubs and organizations. St. Cloud State began as a normal school in 1869 and became St. Cloud State Teachers College in 1921. Bachelor’s degrees were first offered in 1925. Master’s degrees debuted in 1957. In 1975, the institution became St. Cloud State University. In recent years, the University added applied doctoral programs in Higher Education Administration and Educational Administration and Leadership. A diverse mix of students from Midwestern towns and U.S. metropolitan areas are learning alongside more than 1,000 international students from about 80 nations.
Additional information on St. Cloud State University can be found
here
Benefits Info
GREAT
BENEFITS
PACKAGE
! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | 24-00031 |
| Number of Vacancies | 2 |
| Re-posting | No |
| Desired Start Date | 07/01/2024 |
| Position End Date (if temporary) | |
| Open Date | 05/09/2024 |
| Close Date | 06/07/2024 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Accept Applications | Yes |
| Special Instructions Summary | |
| Posting Contact | |
| Equal Employment Opportunity Statement |
St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBT, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Title IX coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Chocoletta Simpson. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121
|
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
How did you learn about this employment opportunity?
- SCSU Job Opportunities
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Chronicle of Higher Ed
- GovernmentJobs.com
- MinnesotaWorks.net
- Personal Contact- Invited to Apply
- Other
Have you worked at St. Cloud State University or any Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System institutions in the past?
- Yes
- Yes, Current Employee
- No
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents 1. Resume/CV 2. Cover Letter 3. Unofficial Bachelor's Transcript 4. Contact Information for 3 Professional References Optional Documents 1. Unofficial Master's Transcript
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