Associate Athletic Trainer

American University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

American University in Washington, DC is seeking an Associate Athletic Trainer to oversee prevention, evaluation, rehabilitation and treatment of orthopedic and medical conditions related to intercollegiate athletics for its varsity programs.

You will assist the Assistant AD for Sports Medicine with medical treatment and program administration, reporting to team physicians, and supervising staff in the Athletic Training Room.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in athletic training or related field.
• CAATE-accredited athletic training program.
• BOC certification and DC licensure eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Attend practices and contests, home and away, for assigned varsity teams.
• Provide initial injury evaluation and immediate care; determine follow-up needs.
• Coordinate treatment and rehabilitation plans; monitor progress and discharge readiness.
• Lead athletic training operations; supervise staff and scheduling.
• Ensure safety and readiness of playing areas; implement prevention strategies.

Skills

Prioritizing

Decision making

Team leadership

Clinical evaluation

Emergency care

Education

Master's degree in athletic training

CAATE accredited AT program

BOC certification and DC licensure eligibility

Job description

American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world.

Department: Sports Medicine

Time Type: Full time

Job Type: Regular

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Modality: Full On Campus Presence

Union: Excluded

Job Description Summary

Responsible for the prevention, care, evaluation, rehabilitation, and treatment of acute and chronic orthopedic and medical conditions related to participation in intercollegiate athletics for not less than 1 varsity teams. Assist the Assistant AD for Sports Medicine with providing medical treatment for all student-athletes and the administrative responsibilities of the American University Sports Medicine program. This position reports directly to the Assistant AD for Sports Medicine and practices under general supervision of Team Physicians as defined by the DC Department of Health Chapter 104. In the absence of the Assistant Athletic Director/Sport Medicine, the Associate Athletic Trainer manages the operations of the Athletic Training Room and is responsible for supervision of all full-time Athletic Trainers.

Essential Functions

• Attend practices and contests, both home and away for assigned teams.
• Assures the readiness of athletes to participate in sport and safety of the playing area.
• Provide initial evaluation of injuries and provides immediate care to injured athletes to determine extent of injury and need for further follow-up medical care.
• Coordinate and administer treatment and rehabilitation plans for patients.
• Assess progress and discharge based on their functional status for post-operative, acute, subacute, and chronic injury or medical conditions.
• Utilize physical modalities of heat, cold, light, massage, traction, water, air, electric stimulation, sound, or mechanical, therapeutic and post rehabilitative exercise, and/or appropriate preventative or supportive devices to assist in the recovery or prevention of injury or illness.
• Provide immediate and emergency care of athletic injuries, including common emergency medical situation, which may include, but is not limited to, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), an automated external defibrillator (AED), spinal stabilization techniques, standardized testing for head-related injuries, or making referrals for follow-up care.
• Provide education, guidance, or counseling regarding athletic training and the prevention, care, and treatment of athletic injuries.
• He or she may also assess and promote awareness and education concerning issues such as, but not limited to, risks of illness or injury (orthopedic, neurological, systemic), environmental stress, nutrition, equipment and facilities, and general health and well‑being.
• In the absence of the Assistant Director, serves as team leader of the athletic training program, including coordinating, scheduling, and supervising staff Athletic Trainers.
• Oversees the administration of the athletic training room to ensure that the facility runs smoothly.

Administrative Duties

• Purchasing from assigned vendors and assisting with the management of the operating budget.
• Scheduling and supervision of work-study students, new hire orientation.
• Liaison for OIT and secondary insurance claims.
• Processes and documents the handling of insurance claims on behalf of student-athletes for services related to injuries and illnesses directly related to participation in intercollegiate athletics for American University.
• Direct communication with team physicians, the student-athlete’s primary insurance provider(s) and outside medical provider(s).
• Maintains athletic training knowledge through regular attendance at conferences and symposiums, reading scholarly articles and journals relevant to the field of athletic training and through continuing research in field of athletic training, obtaining at minimum 50 CEUs per two-year cycle as dictated by the BOC.
• Communicates with team physician, administrators and respective sport head coaches as to the status and progress of injured student-athlete’s.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position reports directly to the Assistant AD for Sports Medicine. Assist the Assistant AD for Sport Medicine in the responsibility of the overall well‑being, health, and safety of student-athletes. Direct supervision of no less than 2 varsity teams to support overall well‑being and physical readiness to participate in intercollegiate athletics. This involves injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation.

Competencies

• Prioritizing and Organizing.
• Acquiring and Analyzing Information.
• Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions.
• Developing Plans.
• Evaluating and Implementing Ideas.
• Championing Customer Needs.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

Full-time. 35 hours per week. This position requires a considerable time above regular daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly University work schedule requirements.

Salary Range

$68,000.00 - $75,000.00 annually.

Required Education and Experience

• Master's degree or equivalent.
• 3 - 5 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience working in college athletics and at the NCAA Division-I level is preferred.

Travel Required

Frequent travel is required.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Master’s degree in athletic training or related field.
• Degree from a CAATE accredited Athletic Training Education Program.
• BOC certification.
• Emergency Cardiac Care (ECC) certification at the Basic Life Support/Professional Rescuer level or above.
• District of Columbia Athletic Trainer Licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• NPI Number.
• Ability to think critically and make independent decisions regarding the assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and return to play decisions per District of Columbia licensure guidelines.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks with little or no supervision.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

AU offers a competitive benefits package.

Other Details

Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check. Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university. American University is an E‑Verify employer.

Contact Us

For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Statement

American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively \"Protected Bases\") in its programs and activities.