Prevents, evaluates, and treats athletic injuries and illnesses.
Coordinates and schedules medical coverage for home and away events.
Supervises, educates, and recruits student workers.
Records and documents data using the ATS Software.
SWAY baseline and post-injury tracking.
Assists with insurance claim forms, inventory and ordering supplies, reviewing and implementation of The University of Chicago's Athletic Training Policy & Procedures manual.
Performs daily rehabilitation and preparation of athletes for practices and competitions, and helps to maintain a clean, healthy and safe workplace.
Organization and administrative duties.
Requires knowledge and experience in own discipline; acquires higher-level knowledge and skills.
Communicates and collaborates with a variety of individuals, including the sports medicine staff, coaches, administrators, and various offices on campus, providing wellness events and services.
Analyzes patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals.
Performs other related work as needed.
Requirements
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
A Master's degree is required to meet National Athletic Trainers' Association licensure requirements.
A degree from a CAATE-accredited athletic training program.
Experience in a collegiate setting.
Familiarity with the Division III Model.
Experience in Manual Therapies Training.
Eligible for an Illinois Athletic Trainer licensure.
Valid Driver's license.
Technical Skills and Knowledge:
Proficient in computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite, and other software.
Familiarity with EMRS (ATS or Sportsware).
Preferred Competencies
Excellent communication skills.
Working Conditions
Irregular work schedule.
Able to work evenings and weekends.
High noise environment.
Operate vehicles/drive motorized equipment.
Operate a vehicle safely.
Outdoor weather exposure.
Extensive domestic travel.
Some international travel.
Carry or lift loads and push/pull objects of up to 25 lbs.
Use standard workstation and office equipment, and use computers extensively for up to 2 hours.
Operate equipment necessary to perform the job.
Perform strenuous physical exertion at times.
Travel to various on and off-campus locations.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
List of 3 Professional References Contact Information (preferred)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled App
Benefits
Health insuranceVision insurance
Additional Information
Department
CSL ATH: Athletic Training
About the Department
The University of Chicago is one of the nation's leading institutions of higher education and research. Campus and Student Life (CSL) is comprised of 20 departments that serve the University's 15,000 college, graduate, and professional school students, as well as the campus community more broadly. CSL is importantly charged with the dual task of supporting all students in the University, graduate and undergraduate, and managing multiple campus departments and services that serve the entire campus community. CSL's programs and services focus on supporting student academic success, providing opportunities for personal growth and leadership development, developing community and engagement through the residential housing and dining program, and in areas such as artistic expression, community service, spiritual exploration, and athletic competition.
The University of Chicago community includes approximately 5,600 undergraduates and 10,000 graduate, professional, and other students and there are over 300 recognized student organizations working together to create a vibrant and dynamic student life. The University of Chicago is a member of the University Athletic Association and the NCAA (Division III). The University sponsors 20 varsity sports. The Department of Athletics & Recreation maintains an environment that supports the student athletes' commitment to thriving academically and athletically. A diverse, challenging athletic program supplements the rigorous academic curriculum. The lessons learned through athletic endeavors represent an invaluable part of the nonacademic aspects of a holistic education. Achieving this goal is based on a commitment to excellence.
Job Summary
Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in all aspects of the varsity intercollegiate athletic training program.
This is a 10-month position paid over 12 Months.
Uchicago · Chicago, IL