Job Description:
The Athletic Trainer & Fitness Center Manager serves as the cornerstone of our athletic department, maintaining student-athlete health and safety with a flexible schedule that extends beyond traditional work hours.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Managing the Healthy Roster digital platform for medical records and injury tracking.
• Providing daily treatment and rehabilitation services for in-season and off-season athletes, and conducting concussion baseline testing and clearance protocols.
• Coordinating all medical documentation including redshirt eligibility paperwork.
• Serves as the liaison between physicians and coaching staff.
• Maintains CPR/First Aid certifications for the department.
• Travel with teams during postseason competition is expected.

Game day coverage typically requires 4-6 hours plus additional treatment time, with scheduling demands varying significantly between fall sports and spring baseball/softball seasons. This role demands dedication, adaptability, and a commitment to comprehensive student-athlete care.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Facility Oversight

• Manage the fitness center and gym

• Oversee part-time and student assistant staff

Medical Records & Documentation Management

• Input and maintain athlete information in Healthy Roster digital platform

• Update coaches daily on athlete medical status through the HR app

• Manage insurance card information, medical histories, and physical forms

• Process and submit medical redshirt paperwork for injured athletes

Injury Prevention, Treatment & Rehabilitation

• Provide daily treatment for in-season and out-of-season athletes

• Rehabilitate injured student-athletes

• Conduct concussion baseline testing

• Evaluate and clear athletes for return to play following injury

• Teach strength and conditioning courses specifically for athletes

Medical Coordination & Communication

• Serve as primary liaison between physicians and coaching staff

• Coordinate medical care and follow-up treatments

• Facilitate emergency medical information for away competitions

Staff Training & Safety

• Conduct CPR/First Aid certification classes for coaching staff

• Maintain current certifications for all department personnel

Game Day & Travel Coverage

• Provide athletic training services during all home competitions (typically 4-6 hours per event)

• Deliver pre-game and post-game treatment as needed

• Travel with teams during postseason competitions

• Maintain flexible scheduling to accommodate varied sport seasons and team needs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with digital health

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Attitudes:

• Sports medicine, injury assessment, and rehabilitation protocols

• Emergency care and medical documentation procedures

• Health information management systems and eligibility regulations

• Injury evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation program development

• Medical documentation and communication with physicians, staff, and athletes

• Time management and emergency response

• Work flexible schedules and adapt to changing demands

• Make sound independent decisions under pressure

• Build effective relationships and manage multiple priorities

• Committed to athlete health, safety, and welfare

• Dedicated, reliable, and professional under pressure

• Collaborative and proactive team player

Qualifications:

• Master's degree from a CAATE-accredited Athletic Training program
• Minimum 3 or more years' experience working as an athletic trainer with collegiate or high school athletes
• Certification & Licensure:
• Board of Certification (BOC) credential as a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)
• State licensure
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications

St Charles Community College is and Equal Opportunity Employer