Athletic Trainer

Iona University; New Rochelle (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

403(b) match up to 10%

NATA dues paid

Disability coverage

Paid vacation and personal days

Life Insurance

Free Parking

Employee Discounts

Free use of athletic facilities

Job summary

Iona University's athletic department invites applications for an Assistant Athletic Trainer. The role provides athletic training services to student-athletes during practices and games, with treatments determined in collaboration with the Head Athletic Trainer and Team Physician as needed.

The successful candidate will join a team of ten certified trainers supporting 22 varsity sports, travel as required, and participate in ongoing professional development and NATA CEU requirements.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in athletic training is required.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in New York State.
• Board of Certification (BOC) certified athletic trainer required.
• Valid driver's license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide athletic training services for all varsity sports at Iona University.
• Travel for assigned sports as required.
• Attend scheduled practices and games.
• Injury prevention, clinical evaluation, diagnosis, immediate care, and rehabilitation.
• Develop rehabilitation programs under physician guidance.
• Refer athletes to team physicians or specialists as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized athletic training room.

Education

Master's Degree in Athletic Training

Licensed or eligible for NY licensure

BOC Certified Athletic Trainer

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

The Iona University athletic department is currently inviting applications for an open Assistant Athletic Trainer position. Sport assignments for this position have not yet been finalized, and will be determined based on departmental needs. The individual in this position will provide preventative and rehabilitative health care to Iona University student-athletes. Responsibilities of this position include providing athletic training services to the Iona student-athletes for practices and games, determining course of treatments for injured athletes, consulting the Head Athletic Trainer and/or referring to Team Physician as needed, and maintaining athletic training equipment and supplies. This individual will also assist in other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer.

A staff of ten Certified Athletic Trainers make up the Iona University Sports Medicine staff, and oversee the medical care of Iona University’s 22 Varsity Sports.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Providing athletic training services for all varsity sports at Iona University.
• Travel required for assigned sports.
• Attendance at scheduled team practices and games.
• Injury prevention, clinical evaluation and diagnosis, immediate care, treatment, rehabilitation and reconditioning, organization and administration, and professional responsibility.
• Assist Sports Medicine Team with Pre-Participation Physical Examinations.
• Refer Iona student-athletes to Team Physician, Specialist, Emergency Room, or other Allied Health Care Provider when appropriate.
• Development and implementation of rehabilitation programs individualized to student-athletes under prescribed guidelines by Team Physician.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized Athletic Training Room.
• Meet NATA continuing education requirements.

What Iona Offers

• Health/Vision/Dental Insurance.
• 403(b) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan - Up to 10% match for eligible employees.
• NATA dues paid.
• Financial support for Professional Development/ CEUs.
• Disability coverage.
• Paid vacation and personal days.
• Life Insurance.
• Transportation Benefit plan, which allows employees to pay for transit passes on a pre-tax basis.
• Personal Property & Liability Insurance Program through MetLife Auto & Home.
• Free Parking on both the New Rochelle and Bronxville Campuses.
• Employee Discounts with numerous participating retailers such as Verizon, AT&T, BJ’s Wholesale Club, Enterprise, Orlando Vacations, Perkspot, New York Zoos & Aquariums, and more.
• Free use of our Athletic and Fitness facilities.

Required Experience

• Master's Degree in Athletic Training and 1 to 2 year(s) of professional experience.
• Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of New York.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Must be a Board of Certification (BOC) Certified Athletic Trainer
• Must have a Valid Driver’s License

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

About Iona/EEO Statement

Founded in 1940, Iona University is a private, Catholic, coeducational institution of learning in the tradition of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers. Iona is a growing, highly accredited institution located just 20 miles north of Midtown Manhattan, with campuses in New Rochelle, Bronxville, and a new location in County Mayo, Ireland. With over 4,000 students, Iona offers small classes, engaged faculty, and a wide range of programs across the School of Arts & Science, the LaPenta School of Business (AACSB accredited), the NewYork Presbyterian Iona School of Nursing & Health Sciences, and the Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation.

Recognized by The Princeton Review, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and U.S. News & World Report, Iona is nationally ranked for academic quality, social mobility, and long term return on investment. The University’s continued growth and rising reputation reflect its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, service, and opportunity.

Iona University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees and applicants for employment. Iona is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered free from discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Iona University encourages applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.