Athletic Trainer, Sports Medicine

Eastern Kentucky University

Title: Athletic
Trainer, Sports Medicine

Position Type: Fulltime Staff

Search Type: External – minimum 7
days

Department: 90R000 – Intercollegiate Athletics

Division: 6R1000 – Intercollegiate
Athletics

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification:
Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule Type: Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or
more)

Posted Salary Grade: Exempt – G21

Retirement: KTRS

Contact
Person: Dusty Ridner

Job Summary/Basic Functions

This position is responsible for the prevention,
treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries to collegiate athletes. In addition, the Athletic Trainer for Sports Medicine administers
drug testing, insurance coordination, and travels with athletic teams to all events. The incumbent reports to the Associate Athletic
Director of Sports Medicine in the administration of a Division I intercollegiate Athletic program in adherence to all university and
Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Master’s
degree in Athletic Training or related field is required.

Experience: One year of experience in collegiate athletic
training is required.

Licensure & Certifications: National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) certification as an
Athletic Trainer is required. A State Board of Medical Licensure Certification in Athletic Training is required. A Kentucky Board of Medical
Licensure Athletic Training Certification Is Preferred. The successful applicant will obtain a Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure within 3
months if not held at hire. Valid state driver’s license is required.

Job Duties:

• 60% – Prevent injuries,
  treat sports related injuries, and rehabilitate assigned student athletes including taping, bracing, first aid, surgery consultation,
  medical communication, therapy, and follow up exercises. Monitor environmental conditions.
• 10% – Recruitment of athletic training
  students and athletic training managers by attending spotlight days, career days, high school activities / events, and the Kentucky Athletic
  Trainers Society. Correspond with high school and junior college trainers.
• 10% – Work with the Bratzke Athletic Academic Center to
  assist with academic concerns due to athletic injuries or mental health concerns. Also participate within the Athletic Training academic
  program as a preceptor supporting the academic mission of the Athletic Training program.
• 10% – Ensure compliance with all
  applicable laws, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
• 10% – Complete all other duties as assigned to ensure the
  successful operation of the department.

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa
sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

EEO
Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate
on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity,
disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or
activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check
Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

To apply, please visit: https://careers.eku.edu/jobs/athletic-trainer-sports-medicine-richmond-campus-kentucky-united-states-5918
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