Tiffin University, in conjunction with Tiffin Mercy Hospital and PT Services Rehabilitation Inc. are seeking candidates for the position of Assistant Athletic Trainer. This position is a full-time appointment hired by PT Services assigned within the Tiffin University Athletics Department providing primary medical care to our Dragon Men’s Wrestling, Women’s Tennis and Baseball programs. This is a 12-month contract renewable annually. Tiffin University is a member of NCAA Division II and the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (GMAC).
POSITION SUMMARY:
● Serve as the primary medical care provider for injuries sustained to Tiffin University student-athletes and other responsibilities as assigned by the head athletic trainer
● The assistant athletic trainer is responsible for providing quality comprehensive health care through prevention, evaluation, treatment of injury or illness and acting as a therapist for rehabilitation of injuries sustained through participation in intercollegiate athletics at Tiffin University
● This position is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program. This shall include adhering to the principles of the Athletic Department’s Mission Statement, Diversity and Inclusion Mission Statement, Core Values, Policies and Procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, the GMAC and the NCAA.
● The Assistant Athletic Trainer will have obtained a degree in athletic training from a CAATE accredited athletic training education program. They will hold current certification from the NATABOC as well as Licensure to practice athletic training from the state of Ohio Board of OTPTAT.
● Current First Aid, CPR and AED certification is also required.
● Prevention of athletic injuries and illnesses
● Evaluation of athletic injuries
● Treatment of athletic injuries.
● Operation of various therapeutic modalities
● Fitting of protective devices and braces
● Oversee daily operation of athletic training room
● Complete and submit insurance claims to secondary athletic insurance company
● Providing counseling and education to student athletes.
● Athletic training administrative duties as assigned.
● Assist with coordination and scheduling of medical coverage for home and away competitions.
● Scheduling or work study students for coverage.
● Supervision, education and recruitment of student athletic trainers.
● Record keeping and documentation.
● Work with physicians and other allied health professionals to deliver care to student athletes
● Other duties as assigned
- · Education: bachelor's degree from a CAATE accredited institution is required a Master’s degree is preferred;
- · Experience: A minimum of 0-2 years of successful athletic training experience;
- · Other: Strong communication and interpersonal skills; a record of integrity and leadership; a willingness to advance the goals of Tiffin Mercy Hospital, PT Services, and the Tiffin University Department of Athletics. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
PLEASE SEND APPLICATION MATERIALS (COVER LETTER, RESUME AND REFERENCE LIST) TO:
Lucas Phillips
Athletics Health Care Administrator/Head Athletic Trainer
phillipsls@tiffin.edu