Assistant Athletic Trainer

UMass Lowell; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Athletic Trainer to support athletic health care operations. This role involves supervising training facilities, implementing injury prevention programs, and maintaining health records. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or a related field and 1-3 years of experience, preferably at the collegiate level. If you are passionate about enhancing the student-athlete experience and thrive in diverse environments, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team dedicated to promoting health and wellness in athletics!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Athletic Training or related field.
• 1-3 years experience in athletic training, preferably at collegiate level.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering athletic health care operations for intercollegiate athletics.
• Develop and implement health educational programs for student-athletes.

Skills

CPR for Professional Rescuer/BLS

Standard First Aid

National Athletic Trainers Association/BOC (ATC) certification

Effective communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Public relations skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Injury tracking systems

Job description

General Summary of Position:

The Assistant Athletic Trainer will assist the Assistant AD for Sports Medicine and Performance in administering athletic health care operations for the intercollegiate athletics program.

Essential Job Duties:

1. Responsible to assist the Associate AD for Sports Medicine and Performance in the following areas:

* Supervision of athletic training facilities
* Implementing injury prevention, immediate care and rehabilitation programs
* Liaison to team physician(s) and other outside medical providers

2. Provide team coverage as assigned.

3. Responsible for health and injury records maintenance and management.

4. As a member of the Student-Athlete Development Team, develop and implement a student-athlete health educational program to disseminate information on alcohol and other drug use and abuse, performance enhancing stimulants, and eating disorders.

Promote the University's commitment to customer service by:

* Build effective partnerships with co-workers throughout the University by freely sharing appropriate information and providing assistance when needed.
* Ensuring optimum service to all internal and external partners in response to all requests for service and information.
* Maintaining an environment that is welcoming to persons of all backgrounds, nationalities, and roles.

Other Job Duties:

1. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Nights and weekends are required


• Overnight travel is required


• Attendance at campus events is expected

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required Athletic Training, Physical Education, Exercise Science/Exercise Physiology, Health Education or closely related field

Experience:

• 1-3 years successful experience in athletic training, preferably at the collegiate level as an assistant or head athletics trainer

Skills:

• Current CPR for Professional Rescuer/BLS, Standard First Aid and National Athletic Trainers Association/BOC (ATC) certification


• Licensed in Massachusetts, or license-eligible

Additional Considerations:

• Master's Degree preferred


• Effective communication, interpersonal and public relations skills


• Proven ability to work with college students, and a commitment to the overall student-athlete experience


• Experience working effectively in diverse environments


• Working knowledge and application of NCAA rules and regulations


• Familiarity with injury tracking systems

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Only Internal Professional (SEIU 888 Professional Union) Bargaining candidates will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.

This is a SEIU 888 Professional Union position, Grade P14.

A job offer for this position is contingent upon a satisfactory response to a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and background check and review.

Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.

Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.

The University of Massachusetts President's Office welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.