Assistant Athletic Trainer

UMBC • Baltimore, MD

4d • $52,000 - $59,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Join the UMBC Sports Medicine team and make a meaningful impact on the health, well-being, and performance of our student-athletes. The Assistant Athletic Trainer will provide comprehensive, patient-centered health care to assigned UMBC athletic teams while working collaboratively with team physicians, athletic trainers, sports performance professionals, and other members of our multidisciplinary health care team. This position plays an integral role in injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, emergency care, and return-to-sport while developing strong relationships with student-athletes and supporting their overall health and well-being. The successful candidate will join a collaborative Sports Medicine and Sports Performance department that values professional growth, communication, innovation, and providing an exceptional student-athlete experience.

Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Athletic Training or Sports Medicine from a CAATE accredited institution.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certified.
• Eligible for Maryland Licensure.

Nice To Haves

• One year of athletic training experience is preferred. This may include experience in a Graduate Assistant or Graduate Intern collegiate position.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary athletic training coverage for assigned intercollegiate athletic teams, including practices, competitions, conditioning sessions, and team travel as required.
• Evaluate and manage athletic injuries, illnesses, and other medical conditions within the athletic trainer’s scope of practice and in accordance with Maryland licensure requirements.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment, rehabilitation, and return-to-sport programs for injured student-athletes.
• Provide emergency medical care, including recognition and management of potentially life-threatening conditions, and assist with implementation and rehearsal of Emergency Action Plans.
• Implement evidence-informed injury and illness prevention strategies to promote student-athlete health, safety, availability, and performance.
• Coordinate appropriate physician and specialist referrals, diagnostic testing, follow-up care, and communication with members of the student-athlete’s health care team.
• Collaborate closely with team physicians, athletic trainers, physical therapists, sports performance staff, and other health care professionals to provide integrated and patient-centered care.
• Coordinate pre-participation medical requirements and physical examinations and ensure student-athletes meet appropriate medical requirements prior to participation.
• Make and communicate appropriate participation, restriction, and return-to-sport recommendations in collaboration with the designated medical team.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records, including injury evaluations, treatment documentation, rehabilitation progress, physician referrals, and other required health information.
• Assist with medical insurance processes, injury claims, and coordination of medical services as assigned.
• Educate student-athletes regarding injury prevention, rehabilitation, recovery, nutrition, mental health and wellness resources, and other health-related topics within the athletic trainer’s scope of practice.
• Develop professional, trusting relationships with student-athletes while maintaining appropriate medical confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Communicate effectively with coaches and Athletics personnel regarding student-athlete participation and availability while maintaining appropriate medical privacy and confidentiality.
• Participate in Sports Medicine staff meetings, continuing education, departmental initiatives, and other activities supporting the health, safety, and well-being of UMBC student-athletes.
• Maintain all required professional certifications, state licensure, CPR/AED credentials, and continuing education requirements.
• Perform other duties related to the operation and advancement of the UMBC Sports Medicine program as assigned.

Benefits

• 22 Days of Annual Leave
• 15 Days of Sick Leave
• 15 Holidays
• 3 Personal Days
• 8 credit hours per semester Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level