This position plays a vital role in keeping athletes and active individuals performing at their best. This position focuses on the prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries across a diverse population—from student-athletes to professionals and patients. The ideal candidate brings strong clinical expertise, a commitment to evidence-based care, and the ability to communicate effectively while building trust with those they serve.
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE: Applied Knowledge: Athletic trainers must have knowledge of a large range of medical issues, and have a strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and sports medicine principles. Assessment, evaluation skills, and working with other healthcare professionals will be required. Decision-Making Skills: Ability to think critically and make independent decisions regarding the assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and return to play decisions per state licensure guidelines. Attention to Detail: Athletic trainers should be thorough and detailed with injury tracking and documentation.
EDUCATION: Accredited Athletic Training degree. Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY: Current certification by the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC). Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure in Montana. BLS certification required.
APTITUDES: Ability to achieve cognitive, organizational, and emotional maturity to deal effectively with multiple tasks, stresses, deadlines, difficult situations, and/or patients. Ability to conduct oneself professionally, including but not limited to: interpersonal/communication skills necessary for effective, non-judgmental, and empathetic patient care and customer relations. Open to feedback and open to a changing environment, which requires flexibility in scheduling and department assignments.