Assistant Athletic Trainer

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

The assistant athletic trainer is responsible for all phases of operation of the athletic training room and services, helping to administer 26 highly-competitive NCAA Division III varsity sport teams. The assistant athletic trainer develops, coordinates and administers a comprehensive sports medicine program for College's intercollegiate sport teams. The assistant athletic trainer will also perform professional and administrative services essential for the successful implementation and development of the program.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and illnesses within the college's comprehensive sports medicine program.
• Provide athletic training services for the College's athletic department, including attendance at scheduled team practices and home competitions. Handle distribution of athletic training coverage at away athletic events and championship tournaments, as necessary.
• Work in conjunction with the coaching staff to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition and conditioning programs customized to meet individual student-athlete needs.
• Work with team doctors to deliver care to student-athletes

Administrative

• Serve as the primary contact for the athletic department's Athletic Trainer System, an electronic health record system. This position is responsible for confidentially overseeing all content entered into ATS.
• Assist with coordination and scheduling of medical coverage for home and away competitions
• Evaluate and recommend new techniques and equipment that would enhance the benefit of the sports medical program.
• Handle proper communication between the student-athlete and coaching staff on rehabilitation and recovery processes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• National Athletic Trainers' Association certification
• Knowledge of athletic training principles and practices.
• Knowledge of injury management principles.
• First-aid and CPR certification
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of insurance claims management principles.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in the management of student records.
• Skill in the provision of athletic training services during sporting events.
• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position is responsible for supervision of student undergraduate athletic trainers and work-study student assistants.

Disclaimer

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the position.

Job Description Status

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are illustrative ones anticipated for this position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as required. Washington & Jefferson College reserves the right to amend or change this job description to meet the needs of its programs. This job description and any attachments do not constitute or represent a contract.

Application Instructions

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Employee Benefits

Washington & Jefferson College offers a comprehensive benefit package for benefit eligible employees; including health, vision, and dental coverage, group life insurance, AD&D and LTD coverage, retirement plan, generous leave time, and the tuition benefit programs. These benefits add significantly to the employee's total compensation package.

Getting to Know W&J

Washington & Jefferson College is the best of both worlds: a small-town college setting in historic Washington, Pa., with easy access to the bustling business and cultural districts of nearby Pittsburgh, Pa. just 30 miles to the north. Founded in 1781, W&J College is a private, residential liberal arts college that is focused on student success. Our dedicated, experienced professors are passionate about teaching and work closely with our students to ensure that they receive a quality, comprehensive education. For more than 200 years, our alumni have influenced change in business, politics, medicine, and the arts and sciences as CEOs, lawyers, doctors, researchers, writers, teachers, and in many other equally worthy professions.

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Washington & Jefferson College welcomes people of all backgrounds and beliefs who wish to participate in a diverse educational community. The College strives to be a place where all students, faculty, administrators and employees are able to live, study and work in an atmosphere free from bias and harassment. The College encourages civil debate and lively exchange of ideas in the belief that such exchanges promote understanding that will grow beyond simple tolerance of difference to embracing and celebrating the richness of diversity. Our graduates acquire knowledge and learn skills that help them thrive in a culturally diverse world.

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Washington & Jefferson College (W&J) complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender identity, or national origin.