Athletic Trainer I

EXPIRED

Pay Grade: 28E

Context of the Job:

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 Associate AD, Athletic Training, 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. This role will have primary responsibility for Baseball with shared responsibility with Rowing.

Major Responsibilities:

Clinical 70%

• Plans, organizes and delivers treatment/rehabilitation programs specific to student athletes as medically prescribed by the Sports Medicine Physician or Associate AD, Athletic Training.
• Advises and treats student athletes to maintain physical fitness for participation in athletic competition.
• Records and maintains appropriate treatment/rehabilitation records for student-athletes. Evaluates athletes physical condition, response and progress and discuss with appropriate physician and Associate AD, Athletic Training.
• 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.

Pay Grade: 28E

Context of the Job:

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 Associate AD, Athletic Training, 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. This role will have primary responsibility for Baseball with shared responsibility with Rowing.

Major Responsibilities:

Clinical 70%

• Plans, organizes and delivers treatment/rehabilitation programs specific to student athletes as medically prescribed by the Sports Medicine Physician or Associate AD, Athletic Training.
• Advises and treats student athletes to maintain physical fitness for participation in athletic competition.
• Records and maintains appropriate treatment/rehabilitation records for student-athletes. Evaluates athletes physical condition, response and progress and discuss with appropriate physician and Associate AD, Athletic Training.
• 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. Sport responsibilities as assigned by the Associate AD, Athletic Training.
• 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 10%

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

Administrative 20%

• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree (Masters degree preferred) in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine or related discipline with 2-3 years experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer in intercollegiate athletics.
• 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.

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