Player Development Athletic Training Intern, Colorado Rapids II
About The Position
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, 1STBANK Center, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), KIMN,KXKL, KKSE (FM/AM), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam. Nature of Work: The Player Development Athletic Training intern will support Rapids 2 & Academy Athletic Training department in providing day-to-day sports medicine operations to Colorado Rapids players. In this capacity, the Player Development Athletic Training Intern will support provision of injury prevention strategies, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation for players’ medical problems. Examples of work performed: Support Athletic Training Department in providing preventive care for players. Support Athletic Training Department in evaluating injuries, providing treatment, and developing/implementing rehabilitation programs. Support Athletic Training Department in maintaining accurate medical records of player injuries, treatment, and rehabilitation. Assist in maintaining a clean, professional, and welcoming training room. Assist in providing player hydration at training and games. Assist in managing sports medicine inventory and budgetary items. Prepare game sites for practice and competition. Prepare medical kits for team travel. Administer ImPACT concussion testing. This description is a summary only and describes the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Requirements
- Minimum BS/BA degree in athletic training or related field like sports medicine
- 3+ years’ experience in field
- Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- Ability to acquire or produce and maintain a valid driver’s license and meet company vehicle driving standards.
- Ability to maintain positive attitude and demonstrate professionalism
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
- Ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner
- Ability to work independently & in a group setting and demonstrate good judgment skills
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Possesses excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and adapt to changing environments
Nice To Haves
- BOC Certified or ability to sit exam during internship.
Responsibilities
- Support Athletic Training Department in providing preventive care for players.
- Support Athletic Training Department in evaluating injuries, providing treatment, and developing/implementing rehabilitation programs.
- Support Athletic Training Department in maintaining accurate medical records of player injuries, treatment, and rehabilitation.
- Assist in maintaining a clean, professional, and welcoming training room.
- Assist in providing player hydration at training and games.
- Assist in managing sports medicine inventory and budgetary items.
- Prepare game sites for practice and competition.
- Prepare medical kits for team travel.
- Administer ImPACT concussion testing.
Benefits
- 401K/Employer Match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
