Athletic Trainer

Chesapeake College; Wye Mills (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesapeake College is seeking an Athletic Trainer for a 10-month position to assist the Head Athletic Trainer with the day-to-day management of the Sports Medicine Department, focusing on the health, safety, and wellness of all student-athletes. The role provides game and practice coverage for athletic teams.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor's Degree, BOC Certification, and MD license or eligibility, with Emergency Cardiac Care Certification; background check required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and BOC certification required.
• MD license or eligibility required.
• Emergency Cardiac Care Certification required.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Athletic Trainer with the day-to-day management of the Sports Medicine Department.
• Provide game and practice coverage for athletic teams.
• Focus on health, safety and wellness of all student-athletes.

Skills

Athletic training experience

Collegiate setting experience

Management and organizational skills

Mental health advocacy

NJCAA academic requirements knowledge

Background check clearance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

BOC Certification

MD licensed or eligible

Emergency Cardiac Care Certification

Master’s degree

Job description

The Athletic Trainer is a 10-month position that assists the Head Athletic Trainer with the day-to-day management of the Sports Medicine Department, which includes, but is not limited to, the health, safety, and wellness of all student-athletes. The Athletic Trainer provides game and practice coverage of athletic teams.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree
• BOC Certification
• MD licensed or eligible
• Emergency Cardiac Care Certification
• Ability to pass a background check

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree
• Two (2) years’ experience working in physical therapy, athletic training, or a similar position.
• Athletic Training experience in the collegiate setting
• CPR/First Aid Instructor
• Strong management and organizational skills
• Passionate about student-athlete mental health awareness and advocacy
• Knowledge of NJCAA student-athlete academic requirements