The Assistant Athletic Trainer is a certified and licensed healthcare professional responsible for delivering comprehensive athletic training services to Central Michigan University (CMU) intercollegiate student
This position provides daily medical care for assigned teams, including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, referral, and rehabilitation. The Assistant Athletic Trainer travels with teams to competitions, attends home events and practices, and plays an integral role within the collaborative Sports Medicine healthcare team. Required Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Athletic Training from an accredited institution. Certification as an Athletic Trainer in good standing with the National Athletic Trainer Association Board of Certification (NATABOC). Current licensure, as an Athletic Trainer in the State of Michigan, or eligibility for licensure upon hire. Current CPR/AED certification for the healthcare provider or equivalent. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively with student-athletes, coaches, and healthcare professionals. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and priorities. Willingness and availability to travel and work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed. Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, Kinesiology, or a closely related field. Two years of full-time experience as a certified athletic trainer, preferably in a collegiate or professional sports setting. Experience working with NCAA Division I student-athletes. Advanced certifications such as Graston Technique, Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM), Active Release Techniques (ART), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES), or Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES). Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) and injury tracking software (e.g., ATS, Healthy Roster, SportsWare). Experience supervising or mentoring athletic training students, graduate assistants, or interns. Proven ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Knowledge of NCAA and conference rules related to student-athlete health and wellness.
Duties & Responsibilities Athletic Training & Student-Athlete Care:
Serves as the Certified Athletic Trainer for assigned intercollegiate athletic team(s). Provides comprehensive athletic training services, including the prevention, evaluation, treatment, referral, and rehabilitation of orthopedic and non-orthopedic injuries. Develops and manages individualized rehabilitation programs for both surgical and non-surgical cases. Facilitates outside medical referrals and assists with in-house physician and orthopedic clinics. Maintains accurate and timely medical records using the electronic injury tracking system, documenting treatments, progress notes, diagnostic imaging, and physician interactions. Assists in the collection and organization of external medical documentation and communicates medical referrals to the insurance coordinator. Serves as the primary liaison to the insurance coordinator for assigned student-athletes.
Collaboration & Communication:
Works under the direction of the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine and Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine and in consultation with the CMU Athletics Medical Director. Communicates regularly with coaching staff and strength & conditioning personnel regarding the health status and care plans of student
Coordinates with CMU Student-Athlete Services to address academic conflicts and ensure continuity of care for student-athletes with medical needs. Collaborates with the strength and conditioning team to develop alternate or modified workout plans for injured student-athletes. Acts as a liaison and point of contact for assigned student-athletes with CMU Athletics' dedicated mental health care team and student
Communicates with the necessary athletic department staff to provide updates on injury status, limitations, and accommodations. Participates in departmental meetings, continuing education, and professional development.
Administrative Support:
Assists in the administration of the NCAA and institutional drug testing program in compliance with CMU and NCAA policies. Supports departmental operations, including the organization, cleanliness, and maintenance of athletic training facilities. Assists with the ordering, inventory, and maintenance of athletic training supplies and equipment. Helps develop and maintain department policies and procedures in line with industry best practices. Upholds HIPAA and FERPA compliance by maintaining strict confidentiality of student-athlete medical and academic records. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by departmental leadership. Supervision Exercised None. Message to Applicants Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMU's mission, vision, and leadership standards. You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position. Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee. Employee Group Professional & Administrative
- Salary Staff Pay Level Pay Range $40,000
- $45,000 Division President Department Athletics
- Sports Medicine Position Status Regular Position End Date Employment Status Full-Time
FTE 1.00
Position Type 12 month Weekly Work Schedule Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m.
m. / weekends and evenings as needed Location Mount Pleasant, MI About the Department About CMU Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives. We serve nearly 15,500 students on our Mount Pleasant campus, in satellite locations around the state and throughout the country, and through flexible online programs. Many of our approximately 300 undergraduate, master's, specialist and doctoral programs in the arts, media, business, education, human services, health professions, liberal arts, social sciences, medicine, science and engineering are nationally ranked for excellence. CMU leads the nation in leadership development programming through our Sarah R. Opperman Leadership Institute, and we are proud to be among only 5% of U.S. universities in the top two Carnegie research classifications. Our faculty work with graduate and undergraduate students in areas such as Great Lakes research, medical innovation, engineering technology and more. Central is home to 17 men's and women's Division 1 sports including football, basketball, gymnastics, baseball, wrestling and more. Our student-athletes achieve great success in competition and in the classroom, capturing Mid-American Conference championships and maintaining an average cumulative GPA of 3.17. CMU is located in Mount Pleasant, a community that blends the best of small-town living with big-city amenities. It's part of the culturally varied and vibrant Great Lakes Bay Region that also includes Saginaw, Bay City, Midland and the state's largest Native American community, centered on the Saginaw Chippewa Isabella Reservation in Mount Pleasant. Area residents enjoy the mix of outdoor activities, cultural events, shopping and dining options, and family attractions. Other major Michigan destinations and attractions — Lansing, Grand Rapids, Detroit, Traverse City, wineries, beaches, golf and ski resorts, and many more — are within easy reach of the city's central location in Michigan's Lower Peninsula. CMU employees enjoy access to a nationally recognized wellness program along with health care and benefits that exceed regional, state and national norms. CMU Leadership Standards Central Michigan University is a place where we value students and work for their success, where we act as family, and where employees are engaged, appreciated and have extraordinary opportunities to make a difference. We intentionally maintain and strengthen the hallmark CMU culture that sets us apart from our peers by expecting CMU leaders and employees to model the following Leadership Standards and develop them within their teams. Please review the Leadership Standards before applying for this position.
