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Assistant Director, Sports Medicine Men's Basketball

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  • Richmond Campus
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Title: Assistant Director, Sports Medicine Men's Basketball

Position Type: Fulltime Staff

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 90R000 - Intercollegiate Athletics

Division: 6R1000 - Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: University Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule Type:  Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)

Posted Salary Grade: Exempt - G23

Retirement: KTRS 

Contact Person: Dusty Ridner

 

 

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Sports Medicine Trainer for Men's Basketball is responsible for the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for student-athletes in the men's basketball program. This position works closely with team physicians, coaching staff, strength and conditioning coaches, and other sports medicine personnel to ensure the health, safety, and optimal performance of all team members throughout the year-round training and competition calendar.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: A Master's Degree is required.

Experience: Three years or more of experience in collegiate athletic training.

Licensure & Certifications: BOC National Certification required. A State Board of Medical Licensure Certification in Athletic Training is required. A Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure Athletic Training Certification Is Preferred. The successful applicant will obtain a Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure within 3 months if not held at hire. Valid state driver's license is required.

Job Duties:

  • 40% - Provide comprehensive athletic training services, including injury prevention, evaluation, immediate care, treatment, and rehabilitation for men's basketball student-athletes. - (Essential)
  • 30% - Attend and provide on-site medical coverage for all practices, home games, and away competitions, including travel with the team as required. Develop and implement individualized rehabilitation and return-to-play protocols in coordination with team physicians. - (Essential)
  • 20% - Perform pre-participation physical exams and maintain compliance with NCAA medical clearance and eligibility requirements. Maintain accurate and confidential medical records, injury reports, and treatment documentation in compliance with HIPAA/FERPA regulations. Coordinate referrals to physicians, orthopedic specialists, and other healthcare providers as needed. - (Essential)
  • 10% - Ensure full compliance with NCAA bylaws related to sports medicine, including medical hardship waivers, drug testing protocols, and student-athlete health and safety standards. Stay current on best practices, continuing education requirements, and certification renewals. Assist with budgeting and procurement of medical supplies and equipment for the basketball program. - (Essential)

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

 

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

 

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

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