Position Description – Assistant Athletic Trainer
Belhaven University, a Christ-centered university located in Jackson, MS, is receiving applications for the role of Assistant Athletic Trainer. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to serve and lead in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment committed to the health and well-being of student-athletes. Belhaven is an NCAA Division III institution sponsoring seventeen sports programs and holding conference membership in the Collegiate Conference of the South (CCS) and affiliate membership for football in the USA South Athletic Conference. Belhaven University is also a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU).
Position Responsibilities
The Assistant Athletic Trainer is directly accountable to the Director of Sports Medicine and is responsible to carry out responsibilities related to the prevention, assessment and treatment of athletic injuries; use and implement therapeutic exercise programs and therapeutic modalities; maintain complete medical records in accordance with HIPAA; supervise and mentor clinical students; and adhere to NATA and State laws of practice related to Athletic Training. Administrative duties and sport assignments will be discussed based on experience and availability.
Position Requirements
1) Graduate of a CAATE accredited program; 2) BOC certified; 3) Eligible for state of Mississippi licensure; 4) CPR/AED certified; 5) Preferred two years of experience in the collegiate setting. The candidate must support the vision and mission of the University as well as abide by its Statement of Faith (http://www.belhaven.edu/belhaven/mission.htm).
The Assistant Athletic Trainer Position is a full time salaried position with competitive pay. Benefit packages are available to include health, dental, vision, 403b retirement, etc. Reimbursement for professional development (CEUs, licensure, dues) is also available.
Interested applicants must make application by submitting one PDF containing all of the following items: 1) Letter of interest 2) Resume 3) Reference List with contact information 4) Prepare a brief account (no more than 750 words) of your spiritual pilgrimage including the time and circumstances surrounding your becoming a believer in Christ and your current relationship with Christ. Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Additional information about Belhaven University may be found at www.belhaven.edu. Applications, questions and inquiries are to be directed to Angela Brock, Assistant to the VP of Athletics: abrock@belhaven.edu.
