"Athletic Trainer"

Position Purpose: Reports directly to Asst. AD for Athletic Training. Duties include, but are not limited to, prevention, clinical evaluation, immediate care, treatment, rehabilitation, use of therapeutic modalities and bracing/taping for athletic injuries under the direction of a physician. Instruct, plan/program, and evaluate therapeutic exercise programs to help decrease pain and increase function of student athletes. Help organize, schedule and execute surveillance testing and pre-participation physicals for student athletes. Traveling with assigned team(s) is required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Certification through Athletic Training Board of Certification (BOC) is required in addition to State of Michigan Athletic Training Licensure or ability to obtain license within 90 days of employment.
• Perform all job duties in a manner consistent with NCAA, conference and University rules, regulations, ordinances, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Proven work history in an independent setting.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and insurance acceptable to the University's insurance carrier.

Desired Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Athletic Training or related field is preferred.
• One year of experience in an independent setting.
• Experience with electronic medical records.
• Evidence of the desire for continuing education.

About Oakland University: Oakland University is a nationally recognized doctoral university of high research activity located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University has 142 bachelor’s degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing. As an anchor institution in southeastern Michigan, Oakland University is committed to building ongoing and collaborative relationships with the surrounding communities. Community and civic engagement enhances the lives of our students and has a positive impact on our broader community.