Athletic Trainer I - Baseball/Rowing

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Delaware seeks an Athletic Trainer I to support NCAA Division I programs by delivering rehabilitation, injury evaluation, and on-site coverage for practices and competitions.

Under the supervision of the Athletic Trainer II, this role includes supervising students, maintaining records, and coordinating with sports medicine staff while upholding UD's commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training required.
• Two years of hands-on experience or a Master's degree with related hands-on experience preferred.
• NATA/BOC certification and Delaware licensure eligibility required or anticipated.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and delivers treatment/rehabilitation programs for student athletes.
• Provides medical emergency coverage and on-site athletic training for practices and events.
• Supervises athletic training students and coordinates with sports medicine staff.

Skills

CPR/AED

First Aid

Clinical supervision

Athletic training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training

Master's degree preferred

Job description

University of Delaware

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer whichencourages applications from Minority Group Members, Women,Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans. The University's Noticeof Non-Discrimination can be found at http://www.udel.edu/aboutus/legalnotices.html

Job No: 503509

Work Type: Staff

Location: Newark, DE

Categories: Athletics, Full Time

PAY GRADE: 28E

CONTEXT OF THE JOB

The Athletic Trainer I, at the University of Delaware is avalued member within the University and Department of Athletics,Community & Campus Recreation (DACCR), upholding and embracingthe departmental mission of Achieving Excellence Together. Underthe general direction of the Athletic Trainer II (Associate AT),the Athletic Trainer I position is responsible for assisting withall aspects of athletic training for an NCAA Division Iintercollegiate athletics program, spirit program and designatedclub sport program including, but not limited to rehabilitation ofathletic injuries/illnesses, injury evaluation, management, anddocumentation, treatment/preparation for practices andcompetitions, on-site coverage, supervision of athletic trainingstudents, and assigned team travel

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical

• Plans, organizes and delivers treatment/rehabilitation programsspecific to student athletes as medically prescribed by the SportsMedicine Physician or supervisor.

• Advises and treats student athletes to maintain physical fitnessfor participation in athletic competitions; records and maintainsappropriate treatment/rehabilitation records forstudent-athletes.

• Evaluates athletes physical condition, response and progress anddiscuss with appropriate physician and supervisor; informs coachesof status of athletes condition.

• Maintains direct contact with the sports medicine doctors,coaching staff, strength & conditioning staff, Universityadministrators, student athletes and parents.

• Interfaces with student athletes, staff, coaches, physicians,athletic trainers and auxiliary medical personnel for counselingpurposes and information exchange.

• Provides athletic training coverage for designated sportsprograms, including practices, home and away contests.

• Provides AT Room coverage during designated seasons.

• Performs sport responsibilities as assigned by thesupervisor.

• Provides medical emergency coverage to injured student athletesat practices and athletics events as needed.

• Administers first aid until appropriate medical assistance canbe obtained.

• Arranges for injured athletes to be seen by the team physicianor Student Health Center physician.

Supervision of Students

• Supervises and educates athletic training students in a clinicalsetting.

• Stays informed of developments in field; reads pertinentliterature.

• Attends meetings and educational classes; participates inprofessional associations as appropriate.

Administrative

• Performs job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree required in Athletic Training and two years ofhands-on experience OR Masters degree (preferred) with relatedhands-on experience in conjunction with coursework.

• In good standing with the National Athletic TrainingAssociation, Board of Certification.

• National Athletic Trainers Association BOC certification.

• State of Delaware Athletic Training licensure eligibility.

• CPR/AED and First Aid certification, instructor certificationpreferred.

• Experience as an approved clinical instructor (ACI) and with theclinical supervision of athletic training students enrolled in aCAATE accredited Athletic Training Education Program.

Notice of Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity

The University of Delaware does not discriminate against any personon the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identityor expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, maritalstatus, disability, religion, age, veteran status or any othercharacteristic protected by applicable law in its employment,educational programs and activities, admissions policies, andscholarship and loan programs as required by Title IX of theEducational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Actof 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VIand VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicablestatutes and University policies. The University of Delaware alsoprohibits unlawful harassment including sexual harassment andsexual violence.