Head Athletic Trainer

About the position

The Head Athletic Trainer is responsible for working with a team physician and athletic training staff within the guidelines set forth by the NATA, NCAA and the State of Connecticut to ensure the health and welfare of the University of Bridgeport intercollegiate student athletes.

Responsibilities

• Supervision of athletic training staff; day to day operations of the athletic training room.
• Evaluation/treatment of injury/illness to intercollegiate student-athletes; Design and modify appropriate individual rehab of post-surgical/post-injury conditions.
• Provide emergency medical coverage during athletic events/practices/travel for teams; Refer ill/injured athletes to health services/team physicians/consultants regarding injuries/illnesses/care.
• Conducts all work in a safe manner and all work safety practices are followed.
• Administration of Department athletic injury accident insurance policy; maintain medical/administrative records.
• Clinical supervision for affiliated curriculum athletic training education program.
• Communicate effectively with coaches/student athletes on injury status/playing limitations/counseling/recover/health conditions/etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree required, Master's Degree preferred.
• 4-6 Years of relevant athletic training experience required.
• NATABOC certification and eligibility for a Connecticut State License required.
• Ability to travel work evenings, and weekends as needed.
• First aid, CPR, AED certification required.

Nice-to-haves

• Demonstrated commitment to developing and fostering best practices and policies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to supervise student athletic trainers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-faceted work environment.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401k employer match
• Employee & dependent life insurance
• Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents
• PTO program
• Flexible work schedules