Athletic Trainer

University of New England, United States

Updated: 12 days ago
Location: Biddeford, MAINE
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Position Type Professional Staff
Faculty Track
Position Title Athletic Trainer
Employment Status Full Time
Months 9
Campus Biddeford, ME
Description
The Assistant Athletic Trainer assists in the coordination and administration of all aspects of athletic healthcare.
UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an 8% match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick and personal time; and educational benefits. Please visit the Human Resources Benefits site (https://www.une.edu/hr/benefits ) for additional information regarding UNE’s fantastic benefits package.
Responsibilities
  • Assist Head Athletic Trainer in the planning and coordination of Athletic Training Services, functions and programs.
  • Conduct an ongoing injury prevention program through conditioning, safety checks and formal and informal instruction of athletes with regard to injury prevention techniques.
  • Provide athletic training services to student athletes:
    • Identify, assess, and care for athletic injuries, including referral to physician and outside medical facilities as appropriate
    • Manage injuries and rehabilitation under physician’s direction as appropriate
    • Counsel athletes
    • Fit with and instruct in use of braces, crutches, and other special equipment
    • Prepare athletes for practices or contests by providing preventive taping, protection of previous injuries and giving special instructions for safety, etc.

  • Travel with athletic teams as deemed necessary by the Head Athletic Trainer.
  • Confer regularly with Head Athletic Trainer, Athletic Director, coaches, and Team Physician to plan, coordinate and evaluate programs and activities.
  • Participate in a variety of athletic promotional, fundraising and student recruitment efforts.
  • Stay current with new developments in athletic training methods and technology.
  • Understand and comply with OSHA’s Bloodborn Pathogen Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030) and Chapter 8 of the University of New England Safety Manual.
  • Understand and comply with the University of New England Safety Manual.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training or related field, National Athletic Trainers Association certification and membership and two to four years of relevant technical and administrative experience. Broad-based technical knowledge and skills related to athletic training and sports injuries.
  • Proficient with program planning, administrative and supervisory skills.
  • Excellent teaching and counseling skills.
  • Ability to deal effectively with student athletes, coaches, physicians, and others outside the University system to carry out athletic training functions.
EEO Statement Summary
Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)
Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.

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Posting Number 2022PS0367P
Open Date
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