Athletic Trainer/Associate Director

Company: Nativeamericanbar
Location: Seattle
Posted on: April 22, 2025

Job Description:

Seattle University will be one of the most innovative and progressive Jesuit and Catholic universities in the world, educating with excellence at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels. We embrace an intersectional framework for defining diversity in its broadest sense, including differences in gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, generational history, culture, socioeconomic class, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, political perspectives, geographic origin and physical ability. Seattle University strives to be a welcome, open and safe campus climate for all who learn, live and work at Seattle University.Seattle University's Core CompetenciesEffective Team Collaboration: Works harmoniously with others towards a common goal, leveraging individual strengths to achieve shared objectives.Emotionally Intelligent Communication: Engages in a skillful exchange of information, thoughts, and feelings, verbally and non-verbally.Ethics and Integrity: Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to honesty, professionalism, and alignment with our Jesuit mission in all actions and decisions.Flexibility and Innovation: Embraces change, approaching problems with curiosity adaptability, and is committed to making a positive impact.Mindful Inclusion: Fosters mindful inclusion by consciously creating a workplace that celebrates differences, embraces cultural humility, and empowers uniqueness.Outcomes-Driven Orientation: Sets clear objectives, pursues excellence, and delivers measurable outcomes while upholding Jesuit Catholic values.Position DescriptionThis position shares the responsibility of providing quality medical and performance related healthcare for student athletes reporting to the Director of Sports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Applied Knowledge: Athletic trainers must have knowledge of a large range of medical problems. Assessment, evaluation skills and working with other healthcare professionals will be required.
• Decision-Making Skills: Ability to think critically and make independent decisions regarding the assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and return to play decisions per state licensure guidelines.
• Attention to Detail: Athletic trainers should be thorough and detailed with injury tracking and documentation.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate effectively in high stress/pressure situations when talking to patients, medical professionals, staff and families.
• Must have the ability to organize, prioritize and perform multiple tasks with little or no supervision.Essential Job Functions
  • Provide high quality athletic health care to specific programs, including: prevention, evaluation, treatment, student-athlete education, and short & long term rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
  • Assess risk of injury; perform ergonomic evaluation and coaching, self-care implementation and overall wellness promotion.
  • Maintain electronic documentation of all patient encounters.
  • Provide athletic training coverage for practices and home and away contests for assigned teams.
  • Coordinate care with Athletics Performance staff on injury prevention strategies, training modifications for injury or health and collaboration on performance improvement for holistic and seamless care.
  • Coordinate and implement injury prevention programs and customized preventative strategies and programs to each patient.
  • Minimize risk of injury through awareness, education and prevention strategies.
  • Provide accommodation recommendations, related to sport, for student athletes with restrictions or limitations.
  • Routinely communicate with physicians and coaching staff regarding the injury status of athletes.
  • Carry out medical care for assigned student-athletes per the sports medicine standard operating procedures.
  • Responsible for administrative and other duties as assigned by Director of Sports Medicine.Qualifications
    • Master's degree in Athletic Training or related field and three years of athletic training experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
    • Ability to operate independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
    • Commitment to promoting inclusive excellence and the university's mission, vision, and values.
    • Demonstrate discretion and professional judgment in handling confidential and sensitive information.
    • Current Certifications and Licensures:
    • National Athletic Trainers' Association membership and be Board of Certification.
    • Adult CPR, AED and First Aid for the healthcare provider/professional rescuer.
    • Washington State Athletic Trainer License (must obtain within 3 months of start date).
    • Employee shall cooperate fully and completely with any investigation of any alleged violation, whether such investigation is conducted by the University, NCAA or any other duly authorized agency or individual.
    • This position also requires a criminal history background check.Preferred Qualifications
      • Five (5) years post graduate athletic training experience in either the collegiate or professional level.
      • Experience working with and supporting students and coaches in high profile team sports.
      • Strength and conditioning certification (CSCS or SCCC).
      • Salary and final title will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.Application InstructionsPlease attach a cover letter with your resume when applying. Job postings are open until filled, unless otherwise specified.Compensation at a GlanceSalary Range: $54,000 - $65,000Seattle University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, and not based on a candidate's gender or any other protected status.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Seattle University provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your total compensation package.Benefits at a GlanceConsistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a wide range of benefits designed to care for the whole person. Choose from three different medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs. Protect your income with life, short & long-term disability coverage. Plan for your future with up to a 10% employer contribution for retirement benefits, comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution and an additional dollar-for-dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to a maximum of 5%. You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee and dependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with free access to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events. Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure in December, vacation and paid sick leave, and paid community service leave. For more information explore the Benefits website at: https://www.seattleu.edu/hr/benefits/This position may be eligible for a hybrid schedule after successful completion of an introductory work period of 3-6 months. This may mean that a hybrid eligible role will begin on-campus initially and then will transition to hybrid format following onboarding and training. Flexible work plans are subject to periodic review and may be changed or terminated at any time for any reason at the university's discretion.
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