Visiting Athletic Trainer

Job Summary

Support the Lead Track & Field and Cross-Country Athletic Trainer, and DIA Sports Medicine Team, in providing medical coverage and support for the delivery of an integrated health care system to student-athletes participating in the intercollegiate athletics sport programs of Track & Field and Cross-Country

Physical Demands

• Standing : Frequently
• Walking : Frequently
• Sitting : Occasionally
• Lifting/Carrying : Occasionally
• Talking : Frequently
• Hearing : Frequently
• Repetitive Motions : Occasionally

Working Conditions

• Extreme cold : Rarely
• Extreme heat : Rarely
• Humidity : Occasionally
• Wet : Occasionally
• Temperature Changes : Occasionally
• Inclement Weather : Occasionally
• Work Outdoors : Occasionally

Additional Physical Demands

May work nights and weekends.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or related field. Certification by National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATABOC), and continued compliance of continuing education requirements established by the NATABOC. Licensed, or licensure eligible, by the State of Illinois, by the Department of Professional Regulation. High moral and ethical standards.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in athletic training or related field. Experience as a certified athletic trainer in a collegiate setting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 1. Maintain NATABOC certification and state licensure through regular attendance of continuing educational programs and compliance of continuing educational requirements established by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATA-BOC). 2. Knowledge of concussion testing and evaluation as it relates to the health of male and female student-athletes. 3. Maintain appropriate Occupational and Safety, Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines for the DIA Sports Medicine Department. 4. Maintain knowledge of and compliance with specific NCAA, Big Ten Conference, and institution rules that relate to this position.
• Championship Mindset and Expectations: • Displays professionalism and integrity. Understands and displays professionalism that builds and maintains trust between student-athletes and fellow DIA staff; • Prioritizes and contributes to the life changing student-athlete experience; • Adheres to University, DIA, Big Ten, and NCAA rules and regulations; • Commitment to the Athletics Department and University’s mission and values; • Flexible to various scheduling to include nights, weekend work and some holidays; and • Maintain professional competency and skills required for professional practice.

The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA) invites applications for a Visiting Athletic Trainer to support sports medicine. In addition, the Visiting Athletic Trainer will play a critical role in supporting the broader strategic priorities of the DIA, and ultimately this position will help foster a life-changing experience for student-athletes.

Since 1892, DIA has operated on the campus of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to support its intercollegiate athletic programs. Today, DIA supports 21 intercollegiate varsity sports which compete as a part of the Big Ten Conference and the National Collegiate Athletic Association. DIA provides the resources for over 500 student-athletes to participate at the highest levels of their respective sports. This extensive support ecosystem includes over 35 departments employing over 300 dedicated staff members including 80 plus varsity coaches working collaboratively to provide individualized championship-caliber opportunities to our student-athletes, in the classroom, in the competitive arena, and in personal and professional development, to enhance their growth and life preparation. The DIA mission is to Unify, Develop, Inspire, and Achieve, for the benefit of our student-athletes, our university, and our broader community.

DIA has set forth six strategic priorities to help guide and advance its overarching mission: Championship people, championship mindset; strategic innovation and investment; athletic success; financial sustainability; win championships; community engagement and enrichment. Together, these priorities present a cohesive vision for the direction of the department.

Organizational Relationship
This position will report to the Senior Associate Director of Athletics, Sports Medicine/Director Integrated Performance.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 7/14/2024. The minimum salary for this position is $38,000. 

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Impact in Your First 3 Months
•           Become familiar with the strategic vision and priorities of DIA and Fighting Illini sport programs;
•           Become familiar with respective EMRs, and health care systems to optimally document health care and communicate collaboratively. 
•           Meet with Director of Sports Medicine Staff and staff mentor on regular basis to assist with transition to health care team.

Impact in Your First 6 Months
Build a network of colleagues across fellow student support areas to grow professionally and better support student-athletes.
Cultivate relationships and trust with team physicians, sports medicine staff as well as student-athletes and coaches

Impact in Your First Year
•           Cooperatively set annual growth plan for professional development
•           Reflect back on challenges presented in first year and help to review all areas of needed improvement personally and professionally.
•           Participate in professional development to further clinical skills and professional impact

Benefits
DIA offers an excellent package of benefits to its employees. As University of Illinois employees, medical, dental, and retirement plans will be made available along with tuition waivers, paid leave time, and other perquisites. Furthermore, through DIA, employees are offered tickets to home athletic events, postseason travel opportunities, Nike apparel, and other benefits as may become available through DIA.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on June 17, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Krissy Doran at kdoran@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

DIA believes that athletics provides a forum to bring together people across all spectra of identities. We are committed to welcoming, affirming, and celebrating students, coaches, staff, and spectators of all races and ethnicities, sexes, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and abilities. DIA’s mission is to unify, develop, inspire, and achieve. It is no mistake that “Unify” is our first priority, a priority which requires a level of empathy and respect to create a culture of community, inclusivity, and belonging. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are a part of who we are and a standard that we are all responsible for upholding.