Athletic Training Fellow

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

The University of Michigan is currently inviting applications for a 6-month Post-Graduate Athletic Training Fellowship with an immediate start date, which can be renewed for another term. Additionally, we are also accepting applications for six to seven 12-month Post-Graduate Athletic Training Fellowship positions, starting in June 2024. This fellowship program aims to prepare athletic trainers for advanced clinical practice by utilizing an interdisciplinary model and evidence-based practice concepts. The program also focuses on improving the quality of healthcare for student-athletes, optimizing their outcomes, and promoting their health, welfare, and lifetime wellness.

The University of Michigan Athletic Training Fellowship provides an excellent opportunity for licensed athletic training practitioners to advance their clinical practice skills and become future leaders in the field of sports medicine. The program offers clinical education opportunities, free CEU's, dedicated sport assignments, which expose fellows to multidisciplinary settings of clinical practice, interprofessional education (IPE), and research. The program also focuses on the administrative and interpersonal growth and development of the fellows through a micromentorship program.

Responsibilities*

Clinical Education Outcomes Topics:

• Athletics Healthcare Administration
• Comprehensive Hands On Training in Muscle Energy Technique
• Manual Therapy Techniques including PNF, Graston Technique, Myofascial Decompression, Taping
• Emergency Preparedness and Response
• American Red Cross CPR, 1st Aid, AED, Stop the Bleed, and Opioid Overdose Management Instructor Training
• Collaborative Interdisciplinary Care Within a Sports Performance Model
• Research Topics and Case Study Presentations
• Performance Nutrition Concepts
• Athletic Counseling and Mental Health
• Strength and Conditioning Skills, and Techniques
• Concussion Prevention, Recognition and Evaluation, Testing, and Management
• Movement Screening, Corrective Exercise, Athlete Biometric Assessment, and Performance Analytics
• Advanced Therapeutic Modalities
• Aquatic Therapy
• Drug Testing
• Medical Ethics and Legal Aspects of Athletic Medicine
• Adaptive Sports
• Orthopedic Grand Rounds and Sports Medicine Journal Club

Clinical Environment:

• Autonomous athletic team care, coverage, and travel
• Professional socialization into the NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics and/or club / intramural sports work setting
• Collaborative interdisciplinary work within a sports performance and student's athlete health and welfare model
• Integrated athletic medicine with mentors and physicians
• State of the art facilities

Possible Team Assignments:

• Track and Field
• Rowing
• Tennis
• Water Polo (Immediate Position)
• Club Sports (Rugby / Lacrosse)
• Club Sports (Ice Hockey / Soccer)

Compensation:

• $39,400.00 (12 month fellowship term June 2024 - June 2025)
• Immediate Hire (Prorated based on start date (fellowship term ending June 2024)
• Licensure Fees
• BOC Fees
• Medical benefits
• Professional Development (CEU) opportunities
• Additional opportunities to work camps, clinics, and other per diem opportunities

Required Qualifications*

• Masters' Degree in Athletic Training or a related field
• Current certification by the National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification (NATABOC)
• Current or be eligible for licensure as an athletic trainer within the State of Michigan
• Current CPR and AED certification
• Appropriate training and adherence to common regulatory requirements of healthcare providers (e.g. OSHA, HIPAA, etc.)
• Appropriate training and knowledge of medical documentation and electronic medical records
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, and lift heavy objects such as coolers and medical kits

Work Locations

• The University of Michigan is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan and is a NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Big Ten Conference.

Additional Information

The University of Michigan Athletic Department is dedicated to building a department culture which demonstrates respect for all, shows compassion for others, and celebrates the differences among our staff, student-athletes, and supporters. We are committed to the hiring and development of diverse staff who contribute to an inclusive environment.

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the 8th day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended. We encourage applicants to apply by January 15th.

Selection Process

Application Procedures:

• Applicants should submit applications by October 25th and indicate interest in the immediate position in their cover letter.
• To be considered for the 12-month fellowship starting in June 2024, applicants must mention their interest in the fellowship in their cover letter. The deadline for submitting the applications is February 1st, 2024. The fellowship committee will not be reaching out to any candidates until after the aforementioned deadline.
• The interview process will involve a three step interview process.
  • A 30 minute zoom socialization interview
  • A 60 minute formal zoom interview
  • An on-campus group formal interview with the entire staff
• Qualified applicants will be subject to a background check and may be required to travel to Ann Arbor, MI for an on campus interview.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.