Assistant Athletic Trainer (2 positions)

Description

Eastern Illinois University is seeking (2) Assistant Athletic Trainers. The Assistant Athletic Trainers report to the Assistant Athletic Director for Health, Safety and Performance. These positions are responsible for assisting the Director in providing Athletic Training services to all student- athletes, within the guidelines, rules and regulations of Eastern Illinois University, the Ohio Valley Conference and the NCAA. This position requires certification through the NATA and licensure with the State of Illinois.

One position will have primary responsibilities with women’s basketball/fall softball and the other position will have primary responsibilities with men’s soccer/men’s basketball.

 

The Assistant Athletic Trainer supports the Assistant Athletic Director for Health, Safety and Performance in the following:

• Support the Mission and Core Values of the Department
• Maintain Student-Athlete records; comply with confidentiality and privacy guidelines of FERPA and HIPAA
• Maintains and organizes the Athletic Training Rooms and participates in their planning and development
• Responsible for full compliance with University, Department and NCAA regulations
• Maintains medical, insurance and rehabilitation records according to established policies
• Carries out effective and proven methods of prevention, treatment and rehabilitation
• Effectively communicates with all parties relative to injuries and illness
• Works in conjunction with the EIU Insurance Office in supplying accurate information to coordinate claims and payment
• Assist in the implementation of the Substance Abuse Program
• Collaborate on development of a responsible budget for their Unit
• Responsible for the efficient use of all Department resources
• Collaborate with Athletic and University support units to ensure Student-Athlete health, safety and well-being
• Committed to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics

Diversity and Inclusion: Eastern Illinois University is committed to fostering a learning community where all members feel welcomed and valued. The university provides equality of opportunity in all areas of campus life and we strive to recognize and appreciate the unique value of our students, faculty, and staff. Every member of campus has the right to learn and work in an environment free of discrimination and harassment, and beyond that, our goal is for all members of our community to develop a strong sense of belonging to Eastern Illinois University.

The University and Community: Eastern Illinois University takes pride in creating a warm, welcome environment for all faculty, staff and students. Established in 1895, EIU boasts a rich, tradition of preparing students for their personal and professional goals. A traditional regional residential institution, EIU offers a superior education at a relatively low cost while consistently earning high rankings and distinctions for its affordability, academic program quality, career placement rates, campus safety, online degree options, student support, and sustainability initiatives. EIU focuses on individualized attention and superior student relationships, and has earned recognition as the highest- ranking independent public regional university in Illinois and a place among the Midwest’s top public regional universities according to U.S. New