Essential Functions:

The following list of duties is meant to be representative of the work performed in this position. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical extension of position responsibilities.

• Provide evidence-based, best practice medical care to student-athletes
• Recognize and evaluate athletic injuries and have the ability to provide acute care of injuries
• Collaborate with head athletic trainer, strength and conditioning coach and head coaches to aid in the prevention of athletic injuries
• Work with the athletic training staff to provide medical coverage of athletic practices and events
• Communicate with coaching staff about physical status of their student athletes
• Travel with athletic teams as requested by the head athletic trainer
• Work with athletes and other healthcare providers in the rehabilitation of athletic injuries
• Assist in pre participation physical examinations
• Maintain accurate medical records including but not limited to injury status reports, treatment records, insurance claims, and annual pre-season participation paperwork
• Contribute to team effort by welcoming new and different work requirements and exploring new opportunities to enhance the services provided to the athletic department and student athletes

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree, required
• NATABOC Certification, required
• Valid driver's license and evidence of insurability, required
• Illinois License to practice Athletic Training or eligibility to obtain Illinois Licensure within 3 months of employment, required
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification, required
• Intercultural competency; ability to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work weekdays, weekends and evenings

Additional Job Details:
Job Title: Assistant Athletic Trainer
Department: Athletics
Reports to: Head Athletic Trainer and Director of Athletics
Status: Full-time, 10 month position
Class: Exempt
Date Last Revised: March 2023

About Illinois College

Illinois College is a residential, private liberal arts college located in the heart of Illinois, 85 miles north of Saint Louis, Missouri, and 30 miles west of Springfield, the Illinois State Capital. True to its founding vision in 1829, Illinois College is a community committed to the highest standards of scholarship and integrity in the liberal arts. The College develops in its students qualities of mind and character needed for fulfilling lives of leadership and service, fostering academic excellence rooted in opportunities for experiential learning while preparing students for lifelong success.

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