Assistant Director of Sports Medicine

10 hours ago

Big Rapids, Michigan, United States Ferris State University Full time
Job Title: Assistant Athletic Director Sports Medicine

Job Summary:

Ferris State University seeks a highly qualified Assistant Athletic Director Sports Medicine to serve as the athletic department's designated Health Care Administrator responsible for establishing and managing policies and procedures designed to prevent, treat, repair and rehabilitate athletic injuries.

The successful candidate will oversee the area's annual operating budget, recruit team physicians, and serve as the department liaison to all medical services needed. This individual will work closely with coaches, administrators, athletes, and parents in the process.

Responsibilities:

  • Serve on the Athletic Director's Senior Staff and provide overall daily oversight and direction of the Sports Medicine & Health Program.
  • Establish and enforce Ferris State, NCAA, GLIAC & CCHA policies and procedures directly related to the care, safety, and overall welfare of student-athletes.
  • Supervise student worker program wage employees, work-study students, supplies, and development budgets.
  • Serve as the athletic department's Health Care Administrator as required by the NCAA.
  • Interview and recommend for hire and supervise assistant athletic trainers.
  • Recruit, recommend for hire, train, supervise, and schedule student athletic trainers.
  • Coordinate the activities of (4) athletic training rooms and provide trainer staffing for Sports Camps.
  • Maintain athletic training facilities, supplies, and equipment.
  • Evaluate, treat, and rehabilitate athletic injuries, consulting with medical personnel, campus health center, and coaches.
  • Provide administrative oversight of the coordination of medical referrals and medical clearances.
  • Schedule athletic trainer and student worker coverage of practice sessions and all events and competitions of athletic teams.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date student-athlete medical records.
  • Process athletic insurance claims and coordinate payment of athletic-related medical expenses.
  • Solicit quotes and make recommendations regarding athletic accident insurance coverage and premium on an annual basis.
  • Provide oversight and coordination of physician and EMS coverage for home football, hockey, and post-season events.
  • Manage partnerships and agreements with Corewell Health, local chiropractor, and dietician.
  • Provide oversight and annual maintenance of CPR and First Aid certifications for all athletic trainers and coaches.
  • Provide administrative oversight of FSU's Athletic Department Drug and Alcohol Education and Testing Program.
  • Serve as NCAA drug testing site coordinator.
  • Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with University policies and applicable laws.
  • Must be available by phone after hours and on weekends for emergencies and council.
  • Reports directly to the Athletic Director and supervises 3 full-time certified trainers.
  • Responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of designated and protected student-athlete information and records.
  • Serve as liaison to third-party billing organization.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
  • Support, promote, and develop student enrollment and retention initiatives.
  • Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Three years full-time experience as an Assistant Athletic Trainer at the collegiate level or one (1) year as the primary administrator of a collegiate sports medicine program.
  • State of Michigan athletic training license or eligible.
  • NATA BOC Certification.
  • First Aid and CPR certifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree.
  • Supervisory experience.
  • Experience with NCAA & institutional drug testing preferred.

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcript, and certification/license. Optional documents include additional education/experience to be considered. The initial application review date is September 30, 2024. The position is open until filled. Ferris State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community.

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