Athletic Trainer

Carthage College Athletics is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Athletic Trainer to join our
sports medicine team. This full-time, eleven-month position offers a supportive work-life
balance, 40 hours per week during the academic year, June provides optional opportunities
to participate in paid summer camps at a rate of $35-$40 per hour, and July offers
additional camp opportunities. During the summer, you also have flexibility with a remote workload.BOC, NATA, and licensure dues will be paid.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adhere to all NATA, CCIW Conference, and NCAA guidelines, directives, and
  recommendations.
• Provide immediate emergency care for athletic injuries.
• Coordinate injury prevention programs and manage athlete health concerns.
• Refer athletes to appropriate medical professionals, including doctors or emergency
  departments, as needed.
• Evaluate injuries, develop treatment plans, and supervise rehabilitation programs.
• Oversee daily activities of Athletic Training students, ensuring a productive learning
  environment.
• Complete timely evaluations of Athletic Training students under your supervision.
• Serve as a liaison between athletes, coaching staff, parents, and medical providers.
• Ensure proper selection and fitting of protective equipment for athletes.
• Maintain and manage accurate medical records for athletes.
• Exhibit professionalism and commitment to ongoing professional development in
  Athletic Training.
• Assist with additional duties as assigned by the Assistant Athletic Director of Sports
  Medicine.

The opportunity for international travel with assigned teams is common. The position also involves collaboration with the
Carthage College Athletic Training Education Program, a CAATE-accredited master s-level
program, where you will supervise graduate Athletic Training students as a preceptor. Academic
teaching appointments also exist in the School of Health, Allied Health Science, and Master's of
Athletic Training Program, with associated stipend.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BOC-certified and licensed athletic trainer, or eligible for licensure, in the state of
  Wisconsin.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in
  a team environment.
• Experience in supervising and mentoring Athletic Training, with a preference with students
• A Graduate Degree is preferred.

ABOUT CARTHAGE:

Located on the shore of Lake Michigan in the thriving Chicago-Milwaukee corridor, Carthage College blends the best liberal arts traditions with desirable degree programs, transformative learning opportunities, and personal attention from dedicated faculty and staff. Our beautiful campus, an 80-acre arboretum with stunning lake views, is home to 2,600 undergraduate students and 200 graduate students. Founded in 1847, Carthage is consistently named a Best Midwestern College by The Princeton Review and a Most Innovative School by U.S. News & World Report. All Carthage employees play a vital part in the success of our students, as we work together to create an environment where all can achieve their true potential. Grow with Carthage.

Carthage College is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse community. We welcome applications from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability.