Athletic Trainer

University of New England Career•Biddeford, ME

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Athletic Trainer plays a crucial role in supporting the overall student-athlete welfare and their athletic experience.

Requirements

Bachelors and/or Masters degree in Athletic Training required.
Current certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association required
Current Maine State ATC licensing required (or ability to get to licensed)
Current CPR / AED certification (or ability to get certified)
Availability to work hours on nights, early mornings, and weekends
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships while dealing professionally with students, coaches, physicians, university student health and others while and carrying out position responsibilities.
Must be flexible, collaborative and have a positive attitude.
Broad-based technical knowledge and skills related to athletic training and sports injuries
Proficiency in diagnosis and treatment of injuries and development of appropriate rehabilitation programs
Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in the planning and coordinating of the Athletic Training Services, functions, and programs.
Provide athletic training services to student-athletes: Conducting comprehensive injury management, from prevention and recognition to evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation, as well as administering emergency first aid in the event of injury
Manage injuries and rehabilitation under physician’s direction as appropriate
Counsel athletes
Prepare athletes for practices and contests by providing preventative taping, protection of previous injuries and giving special instructions for safety etc.
Establishing a system that guarantees athletes receive independent medical care while ensuring that team doctors and athletic trainers have the ultimate authority on decisions about an athlete’s health and when they are cleared to return to play
Stay current with new developments in athletic training methods and technology
Travel with athletic teams as deemed appropriate by the Head Athletic Trainer
Complete essential administrative tasks including timely completion of documentation, reviewing and approving student-athlete medical records (including but not limited to physical exams, health history questionnaires etc)
Maintain and operate athletic training room facilities and equipment
Supervise student workers as necessary
Serve as a preceptor for athletic training students by providing training, supervision, and evaluation, if applicable
Perform other duties as assigned