Sports Medicine Clinical Instructor

Job Description:

1. GENERAL POSITION INFORMATION
Position Name: Sports Medicine Clinical Instructor
Classification: hourly nonexempt nonbenefits eligible
FTE: < 0.50 FTE
Work Hours: variable
Department/Division: Sports Medicine
Supervisor: Director Sports Medicine

2. POSITION SUMMARY
Sports Medicine Clinical Instructors in the Sports Medicine program provide sports medicine clinical care to active persons and further serves as an inperson supervisor for students enrolled in the Masters of Sports Medicine Program at University of Western States. This position is local to events around the Portland OR metroarea and Western Oregon.

3. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
45 Provide proper care of sports related injuries and illnesses including evaluation/diagnosis first aid taping bracing and emergency care as appropriate under Oregon law for the individuals licensed profession.

5 Properly and effectively communicate to athletes coaches staff and other health care professionals and provide proper healthcare referrals as appropriate to necessitate the standard of care.

50 Oversee students duty hours onsite at sports medicine events. Provide students with educational opportunities and oversee care provided at events.

4. UWS CORE VALUES AND ASSOCIATED COMPETENCIES
Best Practices: We maintain high standards by using and integrating evidence across multiple disciplines.

Curiosity: We are innovative open minded and forward thinking.

Inclusiveness: We are respectful mindful and welcoming of different ways of being thinking and doing.

Professionalism: We are responsible respectful and accountable.

StudentFocus: We work for the common good of students academic and professional success.

WholePerson Health: We promote physical mental and emotional wellness in all facets of the UWS experience.

5. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Training Required:

Bachelors Degree in Athletic Training

OR

Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) with a masters degree in sports medicine exercise science or closely related discipline.
Education & Training Preferred:

Masters Degree in Athletic Training

Certifications & Licenses Required:

All applicants must have and maintain current CPR/AED Certification.

ATs: Active Oregon AT license in good standing or ability to attain within 45 days.

OR

DCs: Active Oregon DC license in good standing or ability to attain within 45 days.

Certifications & Licenses Preferred:

Attainment of additional credentials related to sports medicine or exercise science such as CCSP CES PES etc.

DCs Only: Attainment of CCSP DACBSP or other postgraduate credentials related to sports medicine or exercise science.

Experience Required:

Minimum one full year of clinical practice in the field of sports medicine or similar patient care.

AND
Minimum one year of postgraduate teaching experience at the masters level or higher such as a TA Adjunct Faculty etc.

Experience Preferred:

At least two years clinical experience in sports medicine

AND

Two years instructional experience in a masters degree program or higher.

Related Knowledge Skills & Abilities Preferred:

Prior clinical teaching and/or clinical supervisory experience

Other Qualifications Required:

Strong clinical skills
Highly professional demeanor and communication skills
Considerable commitment to quality patient care
Professional integrity sound judgment and accountability in decision making
Alignment with UWSs Mission Vision and Values
Strong desire and ability to supervise and mentor students in a clinical environment

APPLICATION SCREENING AND HIRING PROCESS:
Screening of applicants will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled. Please submit a cover letter a resume or CV and the names and contact information of three professional references.

University of Western States conducts background checks for the finalist or finalists of staff and faculty positions. The type of background check will vary by position type. Official transcripts from prior institutions of higher learning will be requested from any candidates who are extended a job offer.

University of Western States is an equal opportunity employer.

Compensation & Benefits

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University or Western States is an Equal Opportunity Employer.