Senior Director, Athletic Medicine Operations - Athletic Medicine - Full Time Rotating (Exempt) (Non-Union)

The Senior Director, Athletic Medicine Ops/Head Athletic Trainer is responsible for overseeing a comprehensive athletic medicine program for the prevention, evaluation, treatment, management and overall rehabilitation of student athletes and their sports-related injuries and is designated as the head certified athletic trainer. The role will lead the Athletic Medicine Department, develops policies, procedures and guidelines where student athletes receive the best possible medical care and aligns with best practices, NCAA, Big 10, AAAHC, US Council on Athletes Health and USC guidelines. Oversees all operations within Athletic Medicine including planning and scheduling, personnel administration, budget and equipment. Directly supervises the certified athletic trainers, physical therapists, sports dieticians, massage therapists, acupuncturists, and chiropractors. Assumes responsibilities of the Athletics Health Care Administration and acts as point of contact for the health and safety of student athletes and establishes structure that supports the delivery of independent medical care for student athletes. Serves as the primary point of contact for the Department of Athletics regarding Athletic Medicine.

Essential Duties:

• Working directly under the direction of the Director of Athletic Medicine, Faculty from Ostrow School of Dentistry, Division of Physical Therapy, and the Executive Administrator, Clinical Ops, Strategy, & Quality, specific clinical care will be provided. Administers and oversees the care, prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries to all student-athletes. Evaluates the competency and practice of athletic training staff.
• In conjunction with the Director of Athletic Medicine, Faculty from Ostrow School of Dentistry, Division of Physical Therapy, and the Executive Administrator, Clinical Ops, Strategy, & Quality, manages and supervises athletic medicine staff including physical therapists, certified athletic trainers, sports dieticians, chiropractors, acupuncture, massage therapists, and care team. With Director of Athletic Medicine, plans and coordinates physical examinations and screenings.
• Ensures effective communication between athletic medicine and and coaching staff, sport adminstrators,and healthcare teamregarding the injury status of athletes. Makes appropriate physician’s referrals and appointments.
• Serves as the primary point of contact between Athletic Medicine and the Department of Athletics. Meets regularly with Athletics Administrators, coaches, and other staff to ensure collaborative working relationships, set priorities for Athletic Medicine, and resolve issues and concerns.
• Organizes and maintains all medical records in accordance with federal and state regulations. Develops and maintains emergency action plans for all permanent and temporary practice and competition venues in accordance with university risk management guidelines and state regulations.
• Develops and tracks key performance indicators for all aspects of Athletic Medicine in collaboration with the Director of Athletic Medicine, Executive Administrator, Chief Health Officer, and Department of Athletics in areas of cost, quality, and patient experience.
• Assists the institution in hosting athletic events. Assists the athletics administration and coaching staff in determining whether the athletic facility is in optimal and safe condition. Helps monitor weather conditions and dangerous environments (air quality/humidity/lightning). Adheres to Big 10 Conference guidelines, including visiting team accommodations and services.
• Develops and maintains all department guidelines, policy and procedure in accordance with AAAHC and other applicable national/international best practices and consensus statements.
• Responsible for reporting any misconduct and/or actions not in accordance with department guidelines, policies and procedures.
• In conjunction with the Executive Administrator, Clinical Ops, Strategy, & Quality, develops and manages the Athletic Training Facilities(including off site and travel locations), budgets and policies to maintain optimal health, safety and welfare of all constituents. Coordinates the purchasing and use of all equipment and supplies needed for the operation of the athletic training facility, in accordance with, AAAHC State and organizational policies.
• Develop and implements prevention of potential injuries through rehabilitation and corrective exercise programs to obtain maximum performance.
• Convenes working groups to support Sports Science and use of performance technologies with coaches, athletic medicine staff, researchers, and others. Ensures all programs align with NCAA recommendations and support athlete well-being.
• Organizes and supervises drug testing per department policy.
• Ensures the Athletic Departme