Temporary Assistant Athletics Trainer Certified (ATC) - Football

Villanova University, United States

Updated: 13 days ago
Location: Villanova, PENNSYLVANIA
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Posting Number: 20240556T
Position Title: Temporary Assistant Athletics Trainer Certified (ATC) - Football
Position Type: Temp/Intern
Location: Villanova, PA
Work Schedule: temporary
Approximate Number of Hours per Week
Department: 733-Athletics - Training Room
Position Summary:
Under the license of the Team Physician, the Temporary Assistant Athletics Trainer will provide essential support to the Director of Sports Medicine and the Head Football Trainer for approximatelya three-month period (August through October). This position primarily focuses on delivering healthcare services to varsity student-athletes, with a primary emphasis on the football program. The Temporary Assistant Athletics Trainer will collaborate closely with the Strength & Conditioning Staff and other relevant stakeholders.
All duties must be completed in compliance with University, Conference and NCAA regulations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Direct Care and Rehabilitation: Design, implement, and monitor treatment and rehabilitation programs for student-athletes dealing with injuries or undergoing surgical rehabilitation. Maintain electronic medical documentation for all student-athletes on a daily basis.
Coordination and Liaison: Assist in coordinating and overseeing the provision of healthcare services to student-athletes, primarily within the football program. Coordinate healthcare services for the rowing program as needed. Serve as a liaison between the Sports Medicine staff and the Strength & Conditioning staff regarding rehabilitation programs. Manage external accounts, including pharmacy and physical therapy, and liaise with medical practices associated with student-athlete care.
Administrative and Support: Support the implementation of the Athletics Department Drug Testing Program. Assist in the daily operations and upkeep of the athletic training facility.
Undertake additional duties and special projects as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine and/or the Head Football Athletic Trainer. (5%)
Minimum Qualifications:
Formal Education
  • Bachelor’s Degree in sports medicine/athletic training or a related field.
  • Current NATABOC certification.
  • Pennsylvania Athletic Training Class A Certification required by the start date.
  • Current CPR/AED Certification.


Work Experience
  • 3-5 years of progressive athletic training experience, including preventive, evaluative, and rehabilitative skills.
  • Experience in post-surgical rehabilitation.

Work Skills (e.g., written and verbal communication skills)
  • Excellent verbal and written skill
  • Ability to interact with a diverse department, coaching staffs, and university constituencies.
  • Proven ability to work independently, prioritize, and complete tasks in a timely manner

Specific Job Knowledge (e.g., knowledge of principles and procedures related to field and area)
  • Proficiency in health care insurance issues and drug testing protocols.
  • Knowledge of Word, Excel, and Applicable Systems in order to track injury and treatment records of the student-athletes.

Equipment Knowledge
  • Familiarity with therapeutic modalities and rehabilitative equipment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Formal Education
  • Master’s Degree in sports medicine/athletic training or related field preferred.


Work Experience
  • Experience in a collegiate Division I, II, or III program.
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:
  • Significant travel is required.
  • Significant night and weekend hours.
  • Must be physically fit to lift equipment, ability to lift student-athletes, heavy manipulation of athlete’s bodies for physical conditioning and physical therapy.
Special Message to Applicants:
EEO Statement
Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.
Posting Date: 04/12/2024
Closing Date (11:59pm ET):
Salary Posting Information:
Commensurate with experience.
Job Classification: exempt

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