Assistant Athletic Trainer

Job Description

Job Description

Earlham College is a Top 100 National Liberal Arts College located in Richmond, IN, a small city that's just a short drive away from several major metropolitan areas including Dayton, Cincinnati, Indianapolis and Chicago.

Richmond and Earlham have a symbiotic relationship. Through research, studies, internships and volunteering, Earlhamites offer Richmond expertise and service as Richmond offers our students the chance to gain valuable, real-world experience. Our community assumes no religious affiliation but follows Quaker principles and practices, which include respect for persons, integrity, a commitment to peace and justice, simplicity, and consensus-based community decision-making. Earlham is committed to and proud of being a diverse and inclusive place most clearly visible in our student body: 20% of our student body are international, coming from 60+ nations in 2022, and 24% are domestic students of color. Faculty and staff also bring tremendous diversity to the College; many have lived and worked outside the United States, and they make a point of drawing on those experiences in their interactions with students. Additionally, Earlham makes it a priority to serve as a safe and welcoming place for LGBTQ+ communities and has a four-star rating on the Campus Pride Index. Our community is characterized by respect for every person and a commitment to social justice. Equity and inclusion are central to Earlham's institutional priorities and our leadership is committed to widening the path to an Earlham education.

Position Overview

Earlham College is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Athletic Trainer in the Department of Athletics. This is a full-time, 10-month administrative faculty appointment. Salary is commensurate with experience and includes a full benefit package.

The position will involve working with the Head Athletic Trainer, providing sports medicine coverage for Earlham’s 15 intercollegiate teams. All duties are performed in compliance with the rules and regulations of the National Collegiate Athletic Association and the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide sports medicine coverage of practices and home contests.
• Travel with designated intercollegiate sporting teams.
• Document services provided in the atheletic training clinic for injury evaluations, treatments and rehabilitations. Earlham utilizes the Medicat system for campus medical documentation.
• Provide evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
• Maintain and abide by all policies and procedures set forth by Earlham College and NCAA Division 3 and other college metrics as requried
• Assist with inventory and budget
• Assist with the coordination of sports injury insurance claims
• Assist in providing a safe playing environment for Earlham student-athletes.
• Assist with the management of the Athletic Training facilities.
• Perform administrative duties such as physicals, injury reports, and insurance claim forms.
• Communicate with coaching staff concerning athlete injury status and return to play.
• Serve on committees and perform administrative duties within the Athletic Department.
• Other duties as needed or assigned

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate from a CAATE-accredited Athletic Training
• Program
• Certified with the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board
• Licensed Athletic Trainer by the State of Indiana or eligible to obtain a license within 90 days of hire.
• CPR/AED certification.

Preferred

• 1-2 years of experience with college athletic training. But recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

To Apply

Please submit the following materials with your application:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• List of Three References with Contact Information 

The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Employee Benefits at Earlham

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance*
• Company paid Long-Term Disability after 1 year of full-time service*
• Basic and Voluntary Life insurance*
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Campus Store Discount
• Free ticket vouchers for Richmond Symphony Orchestra
• Wellness Center Free Membership or Discount for eligible employees
• Athletic Games-Free entry to all home games
• Free entry into most Theatre/Music shows
• Tuition Benefits for Immediate Family for eligible employees*
• 403(b) Retirement* – For eligible employees, Earlham will contribute a non-elective contribution equal to 5% of gross pay after 2 years of service. After 3 years of service, this non-elective contribution increases to 8%. Vesting credit is available for new employees with previous service in the education sector with required documentation.
• Many Wayne County Chamber of Commerce member businesses offer discounts to anyone with an Earlham ID

*All employee benefit offerings are subject to employee eligibility per plan documents.

Earlham College is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against any individual based on race, color, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, religion, or other protected classifications under applicable laws. The College is committed to building a diverse community that reflects the makeup of society and particularly welcomes and supports individuals from historically marginalized groups. As an institution with a Quaker identity, Earlham also encourages applications from members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers).

Earlham College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position, or to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Earlham College Office of Human Resources.

Earlham's Work Authorization Policy

Earlham utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all newly hired employees within the United States.