Head Football Athletic Trainer

Summary

The general purpose of this position is to provide medical care, preventions and screening, and rehabilitation for athletic injuries. This position must establish an initial clinical impression concerning the athletic injury; and, a proper course of action regarding action and treatment and/or referral to a qualified physician. This position must uphold, and maintain, the mission of the department and the institution.

Essential Functions

• Prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and return to play of athletic injuries

• Coordinating physician appointments for student athletes

• Sports team travel for competition

• Provide leadership & management to all aspects of athletic training services as it relates to the football program including supervision and mentoring of MAT students and Intern Ats and development of policy/procedure.

• Processing insurance claims

• Administrative duties including professional development and department meetings

• Injury Reports for coaching staff

• Medical reports for coaches/administrators/athletic support staff

• Maintenance and management of athletic training facilities

• Communication of medical injuries/illnesses with student athlete’s parent(s)/guardian(s)

• Pre/Post practice preparation

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following Degree is required:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Degree must be conferred at the time of application.

The following Degree is preferred

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Athletic Training or related field

The following Experience is required: 

• 3 years experience as a certified athletic trainer

• Experience in working with collegiate football programs

The following Experience is preferred: 

• Experience in working with collegiate football programs, at the Division I level.

The following Licensure, Certifications, or Registration is required:
• Current Board of Certification (BOC)
• Current or eligible to meet Ohio Athletic Training Licensure or other state Licensure: Ohio licensure shall be obtained in the first month of employment 
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification (examples include: CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer – American Red Cross/BLS Healthcare Provider – American Red Cross/BLS Healthcare Provider – American Heart Association)

Additional Information

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Must have the ability to work in the collegiate setting with collegiate athletes, coaches and other athletic department staff

• Knowledgeable in aquatic therapy

• Knowledgeable in EMRs

• Knowledge of human anatomy, exercise physiology, evaluation/rehabilitation techniques

• Must be a strong communicator

• Fosters collaboration across all areas of sport performance

Required Documents to Upload to Application:  Cover Letter and Resume

Deadline to apply:  The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by  January 30, 2025.    

BGSU does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Bowling Green State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer . We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohr@bgsu.edu.