Head Athletic Trainer/Faculty, Sports Medicine - Bullhead City, United States - Mohave Community College

Description

Are you a talented Athletic Trainer and educator that wants to make your unique stamp on the profession? Join Arizona's newest NJCAA collegiate athletic program as Mohave Community College's inaugural Head Athletic Trainer.

Our Bighorn Soccer programs are eager to make their debut and we need an experienced, professional AT to join our team and help create a new sports medicine program for the College Don't miss this amazing opportunity.

See more details here.


What we'll love about you:

• Your record of excellence in leadership, working with students in the spirit of partnership, transparency and care, to inspire action.
• Develop student growth through consistent, timely formative and summative measures and promoting students' abilities to self-assess.
• Foster cohesive teams working collaboratively with others to achieve success.
• Your unwavering commitment to the academic, emotional and social development of each and every student.
• Effective communication providing regular, consistent, and meaningful information; listening carefully to others and ensuring your messages are understood.
• Your creativity & ability to think beyond traditional ideas, rules, and patterns to generate meaningful and innovative solutions.

What you'll love about us:

• We create the future by cultivating relentless curiosity in our students and each other to unlock new opportunities and break barriers. We take risks, adapt to oncoming challenges and opportunities, and engineer new ideas as we learn together from our mistakes and successes.
• We engage fearlessly, bringing passion and energy to our work by dreaming big, being bold, having fun, and fostering a caring environment. Celebrating each other and our results with enthusiasm makes our work meaningful and exciting.
• We build together. Our individual differences and backgrounds strengthen our teams, where we seek input and ensure every voice is heard. We amplify our impact when we empower each other to take ownership and work together toward common vision.
• We live authentically, being our best when we share information openly, create clarity, invite stakeholders to participate in decision-making, and communicate with utmost respect.
• We careWe care about our students, our communities and each other, finding ways to actively engage and invest in the success of those we serve.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance/FSA, HSA -see more detailed information here.
• PTO
• 120 hours per year - Staff
• 18 hours per year - 9-Month Faculty
• 35 hours per year - 12-Month Faculty

Paid Holidays

• 21 days - Staff
• 26 days - 9-month Faculty
• 39 days - 12-Month Faculty

Sick Leave - 40 hours per yearASRS(Arizona State Retirement System)Remote workeligible after 6-month employment for some positionsTuition Voucher (to use towards MCC courses)Summer hours - 4-day work week

Typical Duties

This is a 12-month position

Athletic Training

• Supervises and provides athletic injury management and practice/game coverage, including the prevention, rehabilitation, evaluation and care of athletic injuries; applies immediate treatment such as bandaging wounds; respiration assistance; and taping, wrapping and padding of extremities to provide physical support
• Coordinates the medical/health student-athlete onboarding process
• Guides student athletes in the prevention and treatment of athletic injuries
• Consults with coaches, student athletes and physicians to review athlete treatment and rehabilitation plans and determines athlete's readiness to return
• Prepares special and recurring reports which may include daily injury report, athlete databases
• Coordinates with coaching staff in the development of athletic conditioning programs and return to play protocols
• Arranges, organizes and assists in the administration of physical exams, health appointments, or other evaluations for athletes
• Oversees student insurance forms and/or injury claims submission and related process
• Oversees and provides for the maintenance of medical records, treatment and progress reports, and related files
• Ensures students and programs comply with NJCAA, Region I and ACCAC regulations, policies and procedures
• Manages and administers assigned budget and expenditures; identifies resource needs and provides recommendations
• Monitors, maintains and utilizes medical and athletic training equipment in treatment of sports/athletic injuries; schedules and/or performs routine equipment maintenance to ensure that all equipment is in proper working order; maintains adequate inventory of supplies ordering as necessary
• Remains current in the field of athletic training and/or sports medicine
• Adheres to safety practices and procedures and takes appropriate precautions when treating injuries/illnesses
• Creates, modifies and implements policies and procedures as appropriate
• Performs other duties as assigned

Teaching and Learning

• Successfully teaches in a learner-centered environment with knowledge in the field of instruction as well as the ability to design, implement, manage and assess courses taught in a variety of instructional modes.
• Guides learning in content of discipline and related courses in all modalities in person, hybrid and online and credit/non-credit.
• Uses a learner-centered approach that incorporates active learning strategies and technology to enhance student learning.
• Plans, develops, and uses effective teaching methods and materials which assist students in meeting course objectives, are appropriate for students of diverse educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles, and engage the students in learning.
• Reviews, evaluates, and recommends student learning course materials. Develops and uses a syllabus and course information materials for each course, laboratory, or clinical setting within state, college, and departmental guidelines.
• Observes and evaluates student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and examinations; provides feedback in a timely manner to student inquiries in class, online, and/or during office hours.
• Maintains current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum, and student learning outcomes; prepares and submits data and reports related to course and student progress in a timely manner.
• Participates in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards including program review.
• Provides access to students through posted conference hours, electronic communications, and other appropriate methods and responds to inquiries in a timely manner.
• Advises and instructs students regarding programs of study, effective study skills and successful academic performance, and lifelong learning resources; refers students to support services, programs, resources, and other professionals as appropriate.
• Teaches at times and locations that meet student needs.

Professional Development

• Maintains high standards of competence in the discipline(s) and teaching methodologies through professional development activities.
• Participates in professional development activities including, but not limited to: workshops and conferences; membership in professional organizations; self-improvement course work and activities.
• Reviews, evaluates, reflects, and revises program curricula and teaching methods ensuring appropriate and relevant content and practices through a self-evaluation process of self-reflection.
• Meets or exceeds professional standards, state-mandated guidelines, requirements of business/industry, and higher education, as appropriate to the discipline(s).

Service

• Assists in curriculum development, creating learning activities and implementing assessment and planning.
• Actively participates in college meetings and/or committees, task forces, councils, faculty activities, student activities and college-wide initiatives.
• Participates in college-related activities such as registration, community education, recruitment of students, student retention and faculty selection.
• Participates in college activities for students/student organizations to aid in retention.
• Participates in business and community activities that foster goodwill and promote the mission and values of the college.
• Participates in setting departmental goals, in developing college budgets that support the goals, and in planning for achieving those goals.
• Promotes and maintains departmental affiliation agreements and other partnerships with other institutions and stakeholder organizations.

Qualifications


Minimum:
Training and Experience

• Master's degree in athletic training, sports medicine, physical therapy, or related field
• Three years' related experience
• Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer Certification and Arizona Board of Athletic Trainers Licensure required.
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certified
• Possession of a valid Driver's License may be required for some assignments.

OR

An equivalent combination of the conferred degree and directly related full-time work experience as described above sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above may be considered.

Core Competencies:

• Initiative -Seeks opportunities to improve or enhance services, avoid problems, or develop new programs. Pursues increased challenge and accountability in project tasks. Recognizes and takes appropriate action to effectively address problems and opportunities. Focuses on achieving results, rather than activities that may not add value. Consistently exceeds expectations regarding the timing of deliverables.
• Ethics & Integrity -Consistently models high standards of honesty, integrity, trust, openness, and respect for the individual. Acts in accordance with standards for ethical judgment consistent with the organization's stated values. Ensures that colleagues displaying unethical behavior are corrected. Exerts power carefully.
• Decision-Making & Judgment -Models the use of sound judgment and integrity to make clear, transparent decisions regarding complex and or sensitive issues or materials. Makes independent, critical decisions based on relevant information, considering the total organization. Strikes a balance between being participative, i.e., involving team members in decisions and being directive, depending on the needs of the team and the situation. Consistently and effectively seeks input from unit and campus partners; is nimble and decisive.
• Coaching and Developing Others -Guides others on how to anticipate, define and solve problems. Identifies areas for and supports employee development opportunities. Participates in specific assignments or projects to challenge and stretch own abilities and self-confidence. Gives others the autonomy to approach issues in their own way, including the opportunity to make and learn from mistakes.
• Adaptability & Flexibility - Acknowledges and learns from mistakes and successes. Adapts own methods when necessary. Adjusts personal plans/goals in favor of a preferred outcome

Application Instructions

It is the responsibility of each applicant to have all the following documents on file in the Employee Services office by the deadline date in order to continue in the application process for this position.

Application materials will not be returned.

• A complete online employment application form. Please do not state 'see resume' on any part of the application. Blank spaces may be cause for rejection of the application.
• Cover letter addressing the criteria listed in the job announcement and your qualifications for this position.
• Resume or curriculum vitae. Optional, but encouraged.
• Transcripts of all college work. (Unofficial transcripts or photocopies will be accepted to establish the application file. Official transcripts will be required if the candidate is offered the position.)

Important Notes:

• If any of the above listed materials are missing or incomplete, the application will not be considered.
• Items 2-4 may either be attached electronically to the application or mailed to the address below (position number must be included on all documents): Mohave Community College

Employee Services

1971 Jagerson Avenue

Kingman, AZ 86409