Athletic Trainer I

University of Delaware • Full-time • Newark, DE, US • 4m ago

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 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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree required in Athletic Training and two years of hands-on experience OR master's 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.