College Athletic Trainers' Society

Tiffin University is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Athletic Trainer.  New grads are encouraged to apply.  We currently have 1 position open.  This will be a full-time appointments within the Tiffin University Athletics Department.  Sport assignment will be one of our 3 Full-time ATC’s with Football and will also cover our nationally ranked Stunt program.  This is a 12-month contract (although you will have most of May, June, and July off)and is renewable annually.  The Assistant Athletic Trainer will be an integral part of a nine-member sports medicine team caring for all 24 athletic programs sponsored by the university.  Tiffin University is a proud member of the NCAA Division 2 and the Great Midwest Athletic Conference. 

POSITION SUMMARY: 

• Serve as the primary medical care provider for injuries sustained to Tiffin University student-athletes and other responsibilities as assigned by the head athletic trainer 

• The assistant athletic trainer is responsible for providing quality comprehensive health care through prevention, evaluation, treatment of injury or illness and acting as a therapist for rehabilitation of injuries sustained through participation in intercollegiate athletics at Tiffin University 

• This position is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program. This shall include adhering to the principles of the Athletic Department’s Mission Statement, Diversity and Inclusion Mission Statement, Core Values, Policies and Procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, the GMAC and the NCAA. 

• The Assistant Athletic Trainer will have obtained a degree in athletic training from a CAATE accredited athletic training education program.  They will hold current certification from the BOC as well as Licensure to practice athletic training from the state of Ohio Board of OTPTAT.  Failure to become licensed by the Ohio Board of OTPTAT will result in a continual effort to fill the position as the successful candidate will not be permitted to begin employment until these are obtained. 

• Current First Aid, CPR and AED certification is also required. 

• Prevention of athletic injuries and illnesses 

• Evaluation of athletic injuries 

• Treatment of athletic injuries. 

• Operation therapeutic modalities 

• Fitting of protective devices and braces 

• Oversee daily operation of athletic training room 

• Complete and submit insurance claims to secondary athletic insurance company 

• Providing counseling and education to student athletes. 

• Athletic training administrative duties as assigned. 

• Assist with coordination and scheduling of medical coverage for home and away competitions. 

• Scheduling or work study students for coverage. 

• Supervision, education and recruitment of student athletic trainers. 

• Recordkeeping and documentation. 

• Work with physicians and other allied health professionals to deliver care to student athletes 

• Other duties as assigned 

Education: 

Bachelor's degree from a CAATE accredited institution is required a Master’s degree is preferred; 

Certification/License: 

must be certified by the BOC and able to secure a license to practice athletic training in the State of Ohio;  Failure to become licensed by the Ohio Board of OTPTAT will result in a continual effort to fill the position, as the successful candidate will not be permitted to begin employment until this is obtained. 

Experience: 

A minimum of 0-2 year's experience; New grads are encouraged to apply. 

Other: 

Strong communication and interpersonal skills; a record of integrity and leadership; a willingness to advance the goals of Tiffin University Department of Athletics.  

Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and at least 3 professional references via email to Lucas Phillips, Assistant Athletic Director/Head Athletic Trainer.  phillipsls@tiffin.edu