Cornell College Athletics Department is seeking additional support to help our athletic trainers through the end of the year. We are looking to provide safe, high quality care to student-athletes and support a positive athletic experience. As we prepare for a busy season of practices, games and special events we are seeking reliable PRN staff to assist our certified athletic trainers.

PRNs will assist our certified athletic trainers with coverage of practices and athletic events to ensure smooth event operations, athlete safety and efficient sideline management. This is an as-needed role ideal for individuals interested in sports medicine, athletic training, kinesiology, or related fields. The current sports we are looking for help in are M/W Tennis, M/W Lacrosse, Baseball, Softball, and track and field. Practices are in the afternoon, and games can take place in the afternoon on weekdays and on weekends.

Key Responsibilities

• Help prepare teams with pre-practice/game modalities and taping
• Evaluate athletes' injuries during events
• Determine, if necessary, return to event
• Support injury documentation
• Help manage hydration stations, equipment, and sideline logistics
• Communicate effectively with athletes, coaches, and medical staff
• Maintain a safe environment and follow established protocols

About Cornell College

Cornell College is a selective liberal arts college distinguished by our Ingenuity curriculum that builds on the strengths of our One Course At A Time schedule. This combination encourages the qualities of being thoughtful, original, and inventive, using the strengths of a liberal arts education to apply ideas to solve problems and meet challenges through hands-on experience in learning. Academic immersion, Division III NCAA athletic teams, and unparalleled flexibility attract an ambitious student body from across the U.S. and worldwide. We are located in Mount Vernon, Iowa, an urban fringe community located in the heart of the ICR Iowa region.

Required Qualifications

• CPR/AED Certification
• Basic first aid knowledge
• Ability to stand for long periods and work outdoors
• Ability to tape and wrap athletes
• Strong communication skills and team oriented attitude
• Dependable, professional, and punctual

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in athletics, kinesiology, or sports medicine
• Prior experience working with college athletes or high school athletes

Schedule & Availability

• Evening and weekend availability
• Specific dates that are needed are available upon request

Compensation

Competitive hourly rate

Work Environment

• Outdoor and indoor settings
• Collaborative team culture
• Support from student medical assistants

Cornell College complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact human_resources@cornellcollege.edu.

Application Process

To apply, submit a resume through Cornell College's online application system. Questions about the position can be sent to Meredith Meier at mmeier@cornellcollege.edu or Austin Gilbert at agilbert@cornellcollege.edu.

Cornell is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. Cornell complies with Iowa's Smoke-Free Air Act. Cornell utilizes E-Verify and requires satisfactory completion of a background check.

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