Associate Athletic Trainer (Head Football Athletic Trainer)(Syracuse University)

College Athletic Trainers; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking university is seeking an Associate Athletic Trainer to lead the Head Football Athletic Trainer role. This dynamic position involves providing comprehensive care for student-athletes, including injury prevention, evaluation, and rehabilitation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in athletic training, with a Master's degree and BOC certification, and will be responsible for overseeing the Athletic Training Facility while ensuring the well-being of student-athletes. Join this innovative institution and make a significant impact on the health and performance of aspiring athletes in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience at a Division One institution preferred.
• Certification by the Board of Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care for student-athletes including injury treatment.
• Oversee the Athletic Training Facility and maintain treatment documentation.
• Travel nationally and internationally with the team.

Skills

CPR Certification

Functional Movement Screening

Education

Master’s degree in a health-related field

Certification by the Board of Certification (BOC)

New York Athletic Training Certification

Job description

Associate Athletic Trainer (Head Football Athletic Trainer) - Syracuse University

Job Description:

The Associate Athletic Trainer (Head Football Athletic Trainer) will assist in education, assignments, evaluation, and supervision of the department’s Staff Athletic Trainers including game coverage. This role provides quality comprehensive care for student-athletes through prevention, evaluation, care, and treatment of injuries and illnesses, and assists with injury rehabilitation. The Associate Athletic Trainer will screen and refer student-athletes to team physicians when appropriate and serve as a staff athletic trainer including practice/game coverage and team travel. Responsibilities include compiling and maintaining injury and treatment documentation for the Sports Medicine Department and assisting with the supervision and daily operation of the Athletic Training Facility. This position also involves establishing, coordinating, supervising, and monitoring athletic training services for all student-athletes.

The Associate Athletic Trainer will communicate with coaches and athletic department staff on various issues, including but not limited to: Sports Medicine Department policies and procedures, student-athlete status, restrictions, treatment/rehabilitation, appointment compliance, and progress. Assist team physician and staff with the operation of the physician’s clinic.

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in a health-related field (Preferred).
• Certification by the Board of Certification (BOC).
• New York Athletic Training Certification eligible by the start of employment.
• 5-10 plus years of work experience at a Division One institution (Preferred).

Skills and Knowledge:

• CPR Certified.
• Certified in Functional Movement Screening (Preferred).

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a staff athletic trainer for teams as assigned (Head Football Athletic Trainer).
• Provide quality comprehensive care for all student-athletes through prevention, evaluation, care, and treatment of injuries and illnesses and assist with injury rehabilitation.
• Travel nationally and internationally with the team.
• Oversight and supervision of the Athletic Training Facility and staff athletic trainers.
• Compile and maintain injury and treatment documentation for the Sports Medicine Department including injury tracking and reporting – assist with supervision of the Electronic Medical Records.
• Assist with establishing, coordinating, supervising, and monitoring athletics training services to all student-athletes.
• Perform administrative job duties within the Sports Medicine Department.
• Other duties as assigned.

Application Instructions:

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.

EEO Statement:

Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.