Certified Athletic Trainer

NATA; Newark (DE); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Delaware is seeking an Athletic Trainer I to assist with all aspects of athletic training for NCAA Division I programs, spirit teams, and designated club sports. You will support rehabilitation, injury evaluation, documentation, and on-site coverage under the supervision of the Athletic Trainer II.

The role includes supervising athletic training students, coordinating with sports medicine doctors, coaches, and staff, and providing medical coverage during practices and competitions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Athletic Training and two years of hands-on experience OR Masters degree (preferred) with related hands-on experience in conjunction with coursework.
• In good standing with the National Athletic Training Association, Board of Certification.
• State of Delaware Athletic Training licensure eligibility.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification, instructor certification preferred.
• Experience as an approved clinical instructor (ACI) and with the clinical supervision of athletic training students enrolled in a CAATE accredited Athletic Training Education Program.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and delivers treatment/rehabilitation programs specific to student athletes as medically prescribed by the Sports Medicine Physician or supervisor.
• Advises and treats student athletes to maintain physical fitness for participation in athletic competitions; records and maintains appropriate treatment/rehabilitation records for student-athletes.
• Evaluates athletes physical condition, response and progress and discuss with appropriate physician and supervisor; informs coaches of status of athletes condition.
• Maintains direct contact with the sports medicine doctors, coaching staff, strength & conditioning staff, University administrators, student athletes and parents.
• Interfaces with student athletes, staff, coaches, physicians, athletic trainers and auxiliary medical personnel for counseling purposes and information exchange.
• Provides athletic training coverage for designated sports programs, including practices, home and away contests.
• Provides AT Room coverage during designated seasons.
• Performs sport responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
• Provides medical emergency coverage to injured student athletes at practices and athletics events as needed.
• Administers first aid until appropriate medical assistance can be obtained.
• Arranges for injured athletes to be seen by the team physician or Student Health Center physician.
• Supervises and educates athletic training students in a clinical setting.
• Stays informed of developments in field; reads pertinent literature.
• Attends meetings and educational classes; participates in professional associations as appropriate.

Skills

Athletic training knowledge

First aid

CPR/AED

Education

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training

Two years hands-on experience

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

The Athletic Trainer I, at the University of Delaware is a valued member within the University and Department of Athletics, Community & Campus Recreation (DACCR), upholding and embracing the departmental mission of Achieving Excellence Together. Under the general direction of the Athletic Trainer II (Associate AT), the Athletic Trainer I position is responsible for assisting with all aspects of athletic training for an NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics program, spirit program and designated club sport program including, but not limited to rehabilitation of athletic injuries/illnesses, injury evaluation, management, and documentation, treatment/preparation for practices and competitions, on-site coverage, supervision of athletic training students, and assigned team travel.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clinical:

• Plans, organizes and delivers treatment/rehabilitation programs specific to student athletes as medically prescribed by the Sports Medicine Physician or supervisor.
• Advises and treats student athletes to maintain physical fitness for participation in athletic competitions; records and maintains appropriate treatment/rehabilitation records for student-athletes.
• Evaluates athletes physical condition, response and progress and discuss with appropriate physician and supervisor; informs coaches of status of athletes condition.
• Maintains direct contact with the sports medicine doctors, coaching staff, strength & conditioning staff, University administrators, student athletes and parents.
• Interfaces with student athletes, staff, coaches, physicians, athletic trainers and auxiliary medical personnel for counseling purposes and information exchange.
• Provides athletic training coverage for designated sports programs, including practices, home and away contests.
• Provides AT Room coverage during designated seasons.
• Performs sport responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
• Provides medical emergency coverage to injured student athletes at practices and athletics events as needed.
• Administers first aid until appropriate medical assistance can be obtained.
• Arranges for injured athletes to be seen by the team physician or Student Health Center physician.

Supervision of Students:

• Supervises and educates athletic training students in a clinical setting.
• Stays informed of developments in field; reads pertinent literature.
• Attends meetings and educational classes; participates in professional associations as appropriate.

Administrative:

Performs job-related duties as assigned.

Notice of Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity

The University of Delaware does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability, religion, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in its employment, educational programs and activities, admissions policies, and scholarship and loan programs as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies. The University of Delaware also prohibits unlawful harassment including sexual harassment and sexual violence.

Bachelor's degree required in Athletic Training and two years of hands-on experience OR Masters degree (preferred) with related hands-on experience in conjunction with coursework.

• In good standing with the National Athletic Training Association, Board of Certification.
• National Athletic Trainers Association BOC certification.
• State of Delaware Athletic Training licensure eligibility.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification, instructor certification preferred.
• Experience as an approved clinical instructor (ACI) and with the clinical supervision of athletic training students enrolled in a CAATE accredited Athletic Training Education Program.