Assistant Athletics Trainer

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Position Title:

Assistant Athletics Trainer

Position Type:

Staff

Location:

Villanova, PA

Recruitment Type:

Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule:

full-time/12-months

Avg Hours Week

Department:

733-Athletics - Training Room

Position Summary:

The Assistant Athletics Trainer, under the license of our Team Physician, will assist the Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Medicine in all activities related to the delivery of health care to our varsity student-athletes in assigned sports which includes working cooperatively and in conjunction with the Strength & Conditioning Staff. Design, implement and supervise appropriate treatment and rehabilitation programs for student-athletes, by maximizing and individualizing integrated training programs to achieve desired outcomes. All duties must be completed in compliance with University, Conference and NCAA regulations. 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.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for the coordination and supervision of the delivery of health care to assigned programs. Responsible for all phases of health care. Design and implement treatment and rehab programs for time-loss and surgical rehab cases. Assist with the implementation of the Athletics Department Drug Testing Program. Serve as a liaison between Sports Medicine staff and Strength & Conditioning staff regarding rehabilitation programs. Assist in the management of external accounts, including pharmacy and Physical therapy. Serving as liaison with the Health Center and outside medical practices associated with the care of varsity student athletes. Responsible for daily electronic medical documentation for all student-athletes. Assist with the daily operation and maintenance of the athletic training facility. Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine.

Minimum Qualifications:

Formal Education:Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s Degree preferred) in sports medicine/athletic training or related field; current NATA certification; Pennsylvania Athletic Training Class A Certification required. Current CPR/AED Certification. CSCS Certification/PES Certification preferred.Specific Job Knowledge:Extensive clinical athletic training experience including: preventive, evaluative, and rehabilitative skills. Must have knowledge of health care insurance issues and drug testing protocols.Minimum Work Experience:Two to three years progressive athletic training experience. Must have experience with post-surgical rehabilitation.Work Skills:Ability to keep good records, including S.O.A.P. notes, daily rehab updates, and injury reports and proficiency with personal computer applications necessary. Excellent communication skills. Ability to demonstrate and instruct during rehab and functional training protocols.Equipment Knowledge:Ability to utilize therapeutic modalities and rehabilitative equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in sports medicine/athletic training or related field preferred.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:

Working Conditions: Considerable time spent outside in various weather conditions Some travel 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:

Posting Date:

11/15/2023

Closing Date (11:59pm ET):

Salary Posting Information:

Commensurate with experience.

Salary Band:

I

Job Classification:

exempt

References Needed

References Needed

Minimum Number of References Needed

3

Maximum Number of References Needed

3

Supplemental Questions

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1. * How did you first hear of this employment opportunity?

   • Indeed.com
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   • Chronicle Vitae
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   • PA CareerLink/JobGateway
   • Professional Affiliation/Trade Website
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   • Advertisement in Academic or Professional Publication
   • Referred by a current employee
   • Referred by a friend, family member, or former employee
   • Heard about it at a conference or career fair
   • Browsing the Villanova website
   • Cabrini University employee
   • Other

2. * If your answer to the above question is "Other", please specify the source below. If this question does not apply to you, enter N/A.

(Open Ended Question)

1. * An individual associated with a prospective student-athlete is defined as: • Any person who maintains or directs others to maintain contact with a prospective student-athlete, the prospective student-athlete’s parents or legal guardians, or the prospective student-athlete’s coach; and • Such contact is directly/indirectly related to the prospective student-athlete’s athletics skills/abilities or for recruitment/enrollment at VU. Examples of individuals associated with a prospect could be any of, but not limited to, the following: • Parents/Legal Guardians • Coaches (high school, college, club) • Personal/Skills Trainers • Relatives • Strength Coach • Advisors Consistent with the above definition for what constitutes associated, are you associated with any: • Basketball (men’s or women’s) prospective student-athletes (grades 9-12) or their parents, relatives or coaches? Y N

   • Yes
   • No

2. * An individual associated with a prospective student-athlete is defined as: • Any person who maintains or directs others to maintain contact with a prospective student-athlete, the prospective student-athlete’s parents or legal guardians, or the prospective student-athlete’s coach; and • Such contact is directly/indirectly related to the prospective student-athlete’s athletics skills/abilities or for recruitment/enrollment at VU. Examples of individuals associated with a prospect could be any of, but not limited to, the following: • Parents/Legal Guardians • Coaches (high school, college, club) • Personal/Skills Trainers • Relatives • Strength Coach • Advisors Consistent with the above definition for what constitutes associated, are you associated with any: • Current VU basketball (men’s or women’s) student-athletes? Y N

   • Yes
   • No

Documents needed to complete your application:

Required Documents 1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae 2. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest Optional Documents 1. Other Document

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