Description

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Assistant Athletic Trainer

Mount Vernon Nazarene University exists to shape lives through educating the whole person
and cultivating Christ-likeness for lifelong learning and service.
Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) is an intentionally Christian teaching university for traditional-age
students, graduate students, and working adults who seek opportunities to learn and grow in an academic
community of faith. The University provides the context for a transformational experience through excellent
academics, service opportunities, caring relationships, and a nurturing spiritual and social environment. Faculty,
staff, and students are challenged to achieve their highest potential, to become increasingly Christ-like, and to
make a difference in their world through lifelong service.

The University seeks a Full-time, 9.5 month, Assistant Athletic Trainer for its Athletic Department on the Mount
Vernon main campus. The position reports to the Head Athletic Trainer and is available immediately, upon
appointment of a successful candidate. The candidate will be able to contribute to the retirement plan.
Responsibilities for this position include:

Emergency care of injuries/wounds
Refer physical and mental injuries pertaining to athletes, i.e., physicals, x-rays, MRI’s, operations, etc.
Refer ill student-athletes to Student Health Services
Cover practices and games
Follow up and keep documentation of all injuries, treatments, surgeries, and rehabilitation
Take care of equipment and Athletic Training Clinic areas; clean/maintain them as necessary
Communicate with doctors, coaches, and athletes
Assist with inventory and ordering of supplies
Other responsibilities pertaining to athletic training as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer or Director
of Athletics

To be considered for this position, please email a resume to [email protected] and complete the
application, found at: http://mvnu.edu/jobs. Applicants submitting materials via email should attach either a
Microsoft Word or .PDF File.

Alternatively, materials can be mailed to:
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Human Resources
800 Martinsburg Road
Mount Vernon, OH 43050

Professional and personal references are required, consistent with the responsibilities associated with this position.
A background check will be performed prior to appointment. Mount Vernon Nazarene University does not
unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or military service in
administering its employment policies and practices. As a religious educational institution under the auspices of
the Church of the Nazarene, the University is permitted by law to consider religious beliefs/practices in making
employment decisions and does so to achieve its mission. The University requires, as a condition of employment,
that all employees subscribe to the standards of the Church of the Nazarene and conduct their lives in accordance
therewith.

Requirements

Expectations for the successful candidate:

Evangelical Christian statement of faith, experience, and mission fit
Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from a CAATE-approved institution required, Master’s degree
preferred.
2-5 years of college/university experience preferred.
BLS HealthCare Provider CPR/AED Certification (Instructor’s certification preferred) through either the
American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
National Certification for the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification and Ohio
State Licensure for Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers’ Board
Approaches every assignment and responsibility from a Christian perspective, exhibiting ethics,
integrity and professionalism in all dealings
Basic knowledge of student development theories, spiritual formation, and student development in
Christian higher education
Experience in management, administration, and organizational leadership. Experience working with a
budget
Working understanding of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Clear and concise interpersonal communication. Must be comfortable in small and large group settings,
along with communicating with students.
Spirit of hospitality and inclusivity
Ability to confidentially handle personal health information, sensitive inquiries, and contacts with
institutional leadership as well as students
Must be capable of sitting, walking, or standing for long periods of time, frequent use of stairs, and the ability to
lift 100 pounds
Experience with Athletic Training EMR, especially Sportsware Online (SWOL), preferred.