Professional Aide

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

Provides sideline and training room game coverage at various high school sporting events to address acute injuries.  Provides preventable care services, education and instruction on the prevention of injuries, such as stretching, strengthening, and healthy eating.  Assists athletes on sports performance level; other duties as assigned. 

Desired Qualifications

Field ATC and Sports Medicine Clinic experience

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume

Cover Letter

National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) certification

Work Hours

ON-CALL

Website

www.healthcare.msu.edu

Summary of Health Risks

Exposure to human blood, serum, and other bodily fluids; and materials covered under Universal Precautions; TB risk or work within three (3) feet of patients in a health care setting; wear a respirator. 

Summary of Physical Demands

A field athletic trainer job requires significant physical effort including the ability to frequently bend, kneel, crouch, stand for extended periods, lift moderate weights, and quickly move around the field to assess and treat injuries, often in demanding weather conditions; essentially, good mobility and agility are crucial for this role.