NIxon Dorvilien
Granger,IN
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with 15+ years in athletic training and medical education, specializing in injury prevention and evidence-based recovery methods. Proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive training programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving innovation in player rehabilitation. Skilled at building relationships with medical experts and delivering engaging educational content to diverse audiences. I have a strong back ground in logistic as a franchise partner of College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving South Bend.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Athletic Trainer - Men's Basketball
University of Notre Dame
01.2019 - Current
- Lead medical education initiatives for athletes, coaching staff, and support personnel
- Collaborate with Sports Science, Sports Medicine, and Performance Personnel to develop and implement comprehensive Player Rehabilitation Programs
- Design and deliver training materials on injury prevention techniques and safe recovery methods
- Establish relationships with key medical experts to enhance program effectiveness
Assistant Athletic Trainer & Director of Rehabilitation
Utah Jazz
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Developed and executed medical education programs for players and staff
- Implemented innovative rehabilitation strategies, resulting reduction in player recovery time with DME
- Coordinated with insurance and workers compensation companies, improving reimbursement rates (reduced company out of pocket cost)
Head Athletic Trainer/Assistant Athletic Trainer
Milwaukee Bucks
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Implemented new strategies to improve standard of care, resulting decrease in recurring injuries
- Managed inventory of athletic training supplies, ensuring availability of necessary equipment for treatments and practices.
- Organized annual concussion screenings for student-athletes in collaboration with local healthcare providers.
Assistant Athletic Trainer
Brooklyn Nets
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of sports medicine.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels while adhering to budget constraints.
- Trained the assistant equipment manager to transition into head equipment manager role as organization launched into new Market from New Jersey to Brooklyn
Equipment Manager / Athletic Training Roles
San Antonio Spurs
01.2005 - 01.2012
- Established strong rapport with athletes, ensuring trust and compliance with recommended rehabilitation plans.
- Assisted coaching staff in planning effective practice sessions that balanced skill development with injury prevention considerations.
Athletic Trainer
Texas Tech University
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Provided emergency care, first aid and initial evaluations for any injury occurring on field, during practice, or while exercising.
- Developed a positive rapport with student-athletes, promoting trust in the athletic training process.
- Fostered an environment conducive to open dialogue about injury concerns among student-athletes, leading to proactive treatment plans.
Outreach Athletic Trainer
Covenant Sports Medicine/ Hale Center High School
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Provided Sports Medicine care and coverage to high school
- Referred injuries and cases to hospital system for numerous surgeries to improve patient outcomes
- Surgical observation with orthopedic surgeons to understand techniques and improve rehabilitation outcomes
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Athletic Training
Park University
Kansas City, MOMaster of Arts - Athletic Training
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX01-2004
Skills
- Medical education program development
- Cross-functional team collaboration
- Injury prevention and rehabilitation strategies
- Relationship building with medical experts
- Data-driven program evaluation
- Regulatory compliance in healthcare
- Exercise science
- Sports medicine
- Health promotion
- Logistics
Accomplishments
MVP of the 2021 Basketball season as I was recognized for guiding our basketball program through Covid management during the season and player health and safety.
World Youth Championship 2011 Lille France - Athletic Trainer
Timeline
Associate Athletic Trainer - Men's Basketball
University of Notre Dame
01.2019 - Current
Assistant Athletic Trainer & Director of Rehabilitation
Utah Jazz
01.2016 - 01.2019
Head Athletic Trainer/Assistant Athletic Trainer
Milwaukee Bucks
01.2014 - 01.2016
Assistant Athletic Trainer
Brooklyn Nets
01.2012 - 01.2014
Equipment Manager / Athletic Training Roles
San Antonio Spurs
01.2005 - 01.2012
Athletic Trainer
Texas Tech University
01.2004 - 01.2005
Outreach Athletic Trainer
Covenant Sports Medicine/ Hale Center High School
01.2003 - 01.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Athletic Training
Park University
Master of Arts - Athletic Training
Texas Tech University
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