"PRN Athletic Trainer"

PRN Athletic Trainer

Company: Saginaw Valley State University

Job Location: University Center, 48710

Category: Athletics - Athletic Trainers

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Full or Part Time: Part time

Hours: 25

Exempt: No

Supervisory Org: Sports Medicine On-Call (JM-CH)

Job Description:

PRN ATHLETIC TRAINER: Saginaw Valley State University is seeking a Part-time or Hourly Athletic Trainer to assist in the daily care of NCAA Division II student-athletes. At the direction of the Director of Sports Medicine and under the supervision of team physicians, the qualified candidate will deliver the highest standard of athletic healthcare care to all NCAA student-athletes participating within SVSU's 20 athletic programs. The PRN Athletic Trainer will be an integral part of the SVSU Sports Medicine Department and will serve with the highest levels of integrity and ethical standards.

JOB SUMMARY: Serves as a certified and licensed athletic trainer for SVSU intercollegiate student-athletes; provides athletic training services on a scheduled or as-needed basis; provides medical care and coverage during home or away competitions or practices; is an active contributor and member of the sports medicine healthcare team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves as a Certified Athletic Trainer for SVSU as scheduled or when availability allows. Works under the direction of the Director of Sports Medicine.
• Organizes and manages the care of student-athletes in consultation with SVSU Team Physicians.
• Provides medical care, referral, and medical record keeping as assigned.
• Communicates with SVSU Staff Athletic Trainers to alert them to new or on-going student-athlete health concerns so that care can be delivered and coaches notified.
• Understands and maintains confidentiality of HIPPA and FERPA protected information; handles information appropriately and professionally.
• Upholds and works within the Policy and Procedures established for the SVSU Sports Medicine Department.
• The Athletic Trainer will work within their scope of practice as outlined by the Athletic Trainers Board of the State of Michigan.
• Provides daily evaluation and treatment of orthopedic and non-orthopedic injury conditions.
• Documents in electronic injury tracking system daily; including but not limited to treatments, progress notes, diagnostic imaging, and physician referrals.
• Assists with daily facility organization, maintenance, cleaning, inventory, and athletic training room coverage.
• Communicates with necessary athletic department staff regarding student-athlete injury conditions, limitations, needs, and accommodations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: General supervision is received from the Director of Sports Medicine.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in an Athletic Training Program or Entry Level Masters
• Certified Athletic Trainer by NATA Board of Certification.
• Currently licensed with a state of Michigan License in Athletic Training (AT).
• Currently certified with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and project a positive attitude.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism with student-athletes, athletic department staff, student workers, and staff athletic trainers.
• Willingness to travel and work irregular hours, nights, weekends and holidays as necessary.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new software quickly.
• Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Duties are generally performed inside and not exposed to adverse conditions.
• All work associated with this role must be performed within the state of Michigan.

The above reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job. It shall not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements that may be inherent in the job. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.