Athletic Trainer

Mount Aloysius College; Cresson (Cambria County); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Mount Aloysius College invites applications for a full-time Athletic Trainer in an 11-month appointment aligned to the academic year. The role covers practices and games, with summer time four weeks off, and may involve travel.

Reporting to the Head Athletic Trainer, you will support injury prevention, care, and rehabilitation under licensure and collaborate with physicians and coaches. Qualified candidates hold a Master’s in athletic training, BOC ATC certification, PA licensure, First Aid/CPR,

Formación

• Master’s degree in professional athletic training from an accredited college or university.
• Certification as an Athletic Trainer by the Board of Certification (BOC) and PA State Board licensure.
• First Aid and CPR certification required.
• Active NATA membership required.

Responsabilidades

• Provide prevention, care and rehabilitation of athletic injuries within scope of licensure.
• Instruct student athletes and work with coaching staff to implement sport-specific injury prevention practices.
• Assess injuries during games and practices and recommend appropriate care and treatment.
• Cover team practices and home events; may travel with teams and assume Head Athletic Trainer responsibilities in their absence.

Conocimientos

ATC certification

PA licensure

First Aid & CPR

NATA membership

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Educación

Master’s degree in athletic training

Descripción del empleo

Mount Aloysius College, repeatedly recognized by ModernThink as a “Great College to Work For,” invites applications from qualified individuals to join our Athletics Staff as a full-time Athletic Trainer, available immediately. The Athletic Trainer serves an 11-month appointment, with a primary work schedule that aligns with the core academic year, and receives four weeks off during the summer months, as determined by the College.

Current Opening

Reporting to the Head Athletic Trainer, this position is responsible to comply with all aspects of the College’s athletic training program to assist in the prevention, care and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. The Athletic Trainer provides instruction to student athletes and works alongside the Head Athletic Trainer and coaching staff to implement best practices for sport specific injury prevention. Assesses players’ injuries during games and/or practices and recommends care and treatment as appropriate and within scope of licensure.

The Athletic Trainer provides coverage for team practices and home athletic events in coordination with the Head Athletic Trainer, and may travel with teams as necessary. Assumes responsibilities of the Head Athletic Trainer in their absence.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in professional athletic training from an accredited College or University, Certification as an Athletic Trainer by the Board of Certification(BOC) [ATC credential] and licensure by the PA State Board of Medicine as an Athletic Trainer required. Required to work in collaboration with a physician and within the PA Practice Act. Two (2) to five (5) years’ athletic training experience is also required, preferably at the collegiate level. Current First Aid and CPR certification required. Active National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) membership is required.

Knowledge of NCAA Division III and AMCC rules and regulations strongly preferred. Understanding of Title IX requirements as they relate to intercollegiate athletics is also strongly preferred. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills are also required. Ability to work independently and as a team member is highly valued.

Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and some holidays required. Travel and occasional overnight stays expected for games.

This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship at this time; all candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of submission of their application.

About Mount Aloysius College

Mount Aloysius College (www.mtaloy.edu) is a private, comprehensive Catholic college located in Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands, serving a diverse community of learners. The College has a long history of responding to community needs through relevant academic programs and community service. Mount Aloysius is located on a 193-acre campus in Cresson, PA, Cambria County. Founded in 1853 by the Dublin, Ireland-based Religious Sisters of Mercy, Mount Aloysius is one of 17 such institutions in the United States and is a member of the Conference for Mercy Higher Education (CMHE). The College provides small class sizes, and students benefit from a highly engaged faculty and staff.

Commitment to Diversity

Mount Aloysius is committed to building an inclusive community that values each person and respects diversity of all kinds – diversity of thought, experience, culture, ethnicity, religion, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, etc. to create a workplace where everyone participates and is able to contribute their own unique gifts, talents and perspectives.

EEO is the LAW

Mount Aloysius College is an equal opportunity employer, and does not tolerate unlawful discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability or handicap, national origin, race, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact us at 814-886-6500 or by email at [e-mail].

Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with College policy.