Athletic Trainer Assistant - Higher Ed. jobs in Eugene, OR

Founded in 1895, Bushnell University provides a holistic Christian education, fostering wisdom, faith, and service in its students. In joining the staff here, you will be part of an academic community that seeks to cultivate your faith while you make a difference in the lives of our students. Bushnell is the largest private university in Eugene’s vibrant university district, which also includes the University of Oregon. Eugene is a college town small enough to know your neighbors and large enough to offer fantastic arts, entertainment, dining, healthcare, and educational opportunities. It is also an ideal place to enjoy the beautiful Pacific Northwest, being just one hour from the Oregon Coast, one hour from the Cascade Mountains, and less than two hours from Portland and the Columbia River Gorge.

The Bushnell Athletic Department is a member of the NAIA, NACE, and Cascade Collegiate Conference. Bushnell currently sponsors 17 athletic teams including: baseball, basketball (men’s and women’s), beach volleyball, cross country (men’s and women’s), esports, outdoor track & field and indoor track (men’s and women’s), golf (men’s and women’s), soccer (men’s and women’s), softball, and volleyball.

Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Athletic Director and/or Head Athletic Trainer, the Assistant Athletic Trainer position is responsible for coordinating and administering the delivery of sports medicine services to all student-athletes including, but not limited to: injury prevention, evaluation, management, and treatment of athletic injuries, short-term and long-term rehabilitation of athletic injuries, education and counseling of student-athletes, and athletics related health care administration in consultation with the team Physician. Additional responsibilities include administrative duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer and/or Athletic Director.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

Experience and Qualification Requirements:
BS degree in Athletic Training required (MS strongly preferred), BOC Certified, State of Oregon Athletic Trainers License (eligible): minimum of two (2) year experience in athletic training (collegiate strongly preferred); practical experience with baseball/softball arm management (strongly preferred); current CPR/ First Aid Certification, AED, valid ODL

Knowledge of sports medicine and related fields; body mechanics, principles, flexibility and strength training; basic elements of pedagogy of Sports Medicine; operation and use of Sports Medicine equipment, operation and use of weight training and fitness equipment; health and safety regulations; maintain routine records; utilize Windows based software including, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and relevant software programs.

Working Conditions/Special Requirements:

Please note: Incomplete application packets may result in disqualification. Final candidate will be required to undergo a criminal background investigation.

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