Description

Title: FXD Athletic Trainer Fellow

VP Area: Athletics Director Office - General

Department: Training Room

Work Schedule: Irregular

Telework Availability: On-campus Position

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employee Classification: Fixed Term Staff

Hours per week: 25

Months per year: 10

Fixed Term End Date (if applicable): 5/31/27

Job Purpose:

Supports the athletic programs of the University by providing athletic training services to student athletes.

Essential Functions:

• 90% - Athletic Training
  • Provides athletic training coverage for practices and events as assigned.
  • Treats athletic injuries occurring to varsity athlete that does not require a physician's services.
  • Evaluates all injuries for determination of treatment.
  • Collaborates with professional medical staff in rehabilitation program development for student-athletes to assist in their recovery.
  • Communication with strength and conditioning staff, coaches, and student-athletes in regard to injury prevention, rehabilitation and return to play plans.
  • Works with all athletes and coaches in the prevention of athletic related injuries.
  • Refers athletes for further care arising from conditions indicated on the physical examination.
  • Contributes through departmental policies, procedures, and actions to University-wide gender equity and cultural diversity efforts and to foster a climate of multi-cultural understanding and appreciation.
  • Maintain certification through the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATABOC), as well as remain a member in "good standing" of the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA), maintains Washington State Athletic Trainer License.
• 5% - NCAA Compliance
  • Employees of Gonzaga University's Athletic Department must comply with all NCAA rules and regulations, and acknowledge this compliance as part of an evaluation process.

• 5% - Additional Duties as Assigned by the Department

Educational Requirement:

• Bachelor's Degree

Years of Related Experience Requirement:

• <1 year
• In lieu of the educational qualifications, candidates may qualify with equivalent professional experience at a ratio of one year of experience for each year of required education.

Certifications and/or Licensures:

• BOC Certification by the time the position starts.
• Eligible for an athletic training license in the state of Washington.
• Current CPR/AED for Healthcare Providers certification (or equivalent)

Skills & Abilities:

• Energetic and motivated self-starter with strong organization skills, ability to meet deadlines and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to relate and work well in a diverse university, community and athletic department environments.
• Ability to communicate in an effective manner, in writing and verbally, with numerous constituencies.
• Ability to be detail-oriented in a fast-paced high-pressure environment.
• Demonstrated working relationships with administrators, support staff, medical community, coaches and patients/student-athletes.
• Knowledge and/or a working understanding of medical records, insurance and evaluation following HIPAA and FERPA.
• Excellent administrative, organizational, time management, computer application, communication and personnel management skills.
• Ability to travel, work evenings and weekends as needed for position duties

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of Athletic Training experience

Physical & On-Campus Requirements:

In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week

Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Often (50%-75% of time)

Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Often (50%-75% of time)

Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight (e.g., 50 pounds): Often (50%-75% of time)

Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Rarely (1%-49% of time)

Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Rarely (1%-49% of time)

The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position: 25.00

Pay Range:

Minimum Salary (Non-Exempt): 24.90

Midpoint Salary (Non-Exempt): 31.11

Maximum Salary (Non-Exempt): 37.33

Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement or a signing bonus?: False

At this time, the University has suspended all new H1B visa sponsorships.