Athletic Trainer Assistant - Higher Ed. jobs in Portland, OR

• Prevent, evaluate, treat, and rehabilitate athletic injuries
• Facilitate safe and quick return of student-athletes following injuries
• Treat all student-athletes with equality and confidentiality
• Uphold medical guidelines of NAIA, Cascade Conference, and National Athletic Trainers’ Association
• Coordinate with team physician for additional treatment when needed
• Keep updated files with medical and treatment records on each student-athlete
• Adhere to University policies and procedures
• Provide a safe environment in training room
• Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of training room and equipment
• Maintain updated files for student-athletes
• Complete injury report for every injury occurrence
• Maintain open and effective lines of communication between the coaches, student-athletes, and the trainer
• Seek additional professional advice and treatment when needed
• Have all medical equipment needed for competition easily accessible on sideline
• Provide coverage for all assigned home contests:
  • Arrange for water, cups, towels, and ice for both home and visiting teams, on the sidelines and in the locker rooms
  • Provide water, cups, and towels for officials
  • Clean up and return all supplies to training room after competition
  • Wash towels as needed
  • Open athletic training room 90 minutes before competition and greet visiting team members.
  • Communicate with trainer for visiting student-athletes to ensure proper care as needed
  • Communicate with opposing trainer when our teams are on the road as to the care needed for our student-athletes
  • Stock medical kits for WPC teams before leaving for away contests
• Provide coverage for all assigned home practices:
  • Tape, heat, ice, and stretch student-athletes as needed to prepare for practice and after practice
  • Treat any injuries that may occur during practice
  • Provide water and ice on sidelines as needed
  • Communicate with coaches as to the availability of injured student-athletes
  • Work to rehab student-athletes who are not healthy enough to practice
• Represent the University at necessary Cascade College Conference, NAIA and NATA functions
• Participate in NAIA, CCC, NATA and Warner Pacific University professional development opportunities
• Be present in the office on a daily basis unless arrangements are made with the employee’s direct supervisor
• Contributes to the support and implementation of the University Strategic Plan.
• Participates in Warner Pacific University professional development opportunities.
• Adheres to University policies and procedures
• Demonstrate a commitment to a Christian liberal arts education by upholding the mission of the University and abiding by the Employment Standards and Lifestyle Agreement
• Exhibits commitment to inclusiveness and sensitivity in areas of national origin, ethnicity, culture, gender, and disabilities
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor Degree in sports medicine or related field
• Current certification by the National Athletic Trainer’s Association (NATA)
• Current license through the State of Oregon Licensing Board
• Current CPA and First Aid certification
• Excellent interpersonal skills for interacting with coaches, students, etc.
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
• Experience working with diverse populations

• Master Degree preferred
• CSCS/CES/PES or related Certification  
• Experience working in a higher education environment

In order to be considered an applicant for this position, please complete our online employment application at https://warnerpacific.catsone.com/careers/1611-General Click “Apply Now” to complete the online application, and submit the following:
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