Athletic Trainer
Hastings College
Location
Hastings, Nebraska
Quick overview
The Athletic Trainer is responsible for providing comprehensive athletic training services, including the preventative care, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries for student-athletes across all intercollegiate sports. This role involves developing treatment plans, documenting progress, and conferring with physicians regarding athlete return to competition.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree with at least one year of related experience, though a Master's degree is preferred. Essential certifications include current national certification from the National Athletic Trainers Association, a Nebraska state athletic training license, and Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
Job description
Hastings College, a proud member of the NAIA and Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC), is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Athletic Trainer to join our dynamic Athletics Department. The Athletic Trainer position plays a critical role in the health, safety, and well-being of our student-athletes across all intercollegiate sports. This position is responsible for providing athletic training services to the Hastings College Athletic department. The Athletic Trainer provides preventative care, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate athletic injuries through assessment measurements, athlete history, specialized testing, and develop a treatment plan.
- Confer with physicians, when needed, in making decisions on when an athlete can return to practice/competition. Documents athlete’s evaluation, treatment plan, and progress.
- Communicates with athlete, coach(s), and family members (if applicable), regarding athlete’s treatment and progress.
- Apply protective or injury-prevention devices such as tape, bandages, and braces as necessary.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with 1 year of related experience.
- Master’s degree preferred.
Licensure or Certification
- Current national certification from National Athletic Trainers Association.
- Current athletic training license from the State of Nebraska.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable motor vehicle record insurability in accordance with the Hasting’s College insurance plan.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Hastings College is committed to supporting a welcoming academic and employment environment. The College is an Equal Opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship now or in the future.