Head Athletic Trainer - Higher Ed. jobs in Missouri

Description

University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis is currently seeking a head athletic trainer to lead its in-house athletic training services for student athletes. This position will provide leadership to develop, coordinate, and administer a comprehensive sport medicine program for University intercollegiate sports. The athletic trainer will help with the prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses of student athletes and perform and administer sports medicine services.

The UHSP Eutectics participate in National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) sports as a member of the American Midwest Conference. Teams include men's and women's basketball, golf, soccer, cross-country, track and field, volleyball, eSports, co-ed competitive cheer, men’s baseball and rugby, and women's softball and lacrosse.  

Qualifications

To succeed in this role you will need:   

• 2-3 years of professional experience, Masters Degree preferred
• Certification by NATA Board of Certification (NATABOC)
• Licensure by the State of Missouri Board of Registration for Healing Arts or eligible for licensure
• Certified in CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers & Health Care Providers or Basic Life Support
• Outstanding organizational and prioritization skills with proven track record
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• People oriented and able to work with various personalities
• Protects privacy of individual student-athletes and medical information
• Alignment with institutional values and the ability to represent the philosophy and educational goals of University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as the schedule dictates
• Knowledge of NAIA rules and regulations is preferred
• Ability to demonstrate necessary skills for the assessment and treatment of injuries as well as other physical skills needed for sports performance
• Moving equipment and supplies needed for practices and games

If this sounds like the job for you here is information on how to apply:  

Follow the simple steps to apply online and submit a cover letter, resume/CV and references.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  

AA/EOE Statement:

University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy in St. Louis is proud to be recognized in 2022 as a Great College to Work For for diversity, inclusion and belonging, faculty and staff well-being and shared governance. We value the benefits of a diverse student body and workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.  The University’s employment policy shall be supported through a continuing affirmative action commitment that embodies the standards of equal employment opportunities for all persons. EOE/M/F/Veteran/Disabled.