Athletic Trainer (10-month)

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Assumption University

Worcester, MA

Posted May 17, 2024

Expired Date: May 23, 2024

Posted May 17, 2024

Expired Date: May 23, 2024

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Assumption University

Sports Medicine, Assumption University Profile

Athletic Director

Conference

NE-10 (DII)

Salary expectation

Unknown

Minimum Yrs Exp

Unknown

Work type

Full-time

Job Description

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Category:

Administrators

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Department:

Athletics

Locations:

Worcester, MA

Posted:

Aug 17, 2023

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Full-time

PositionID:

166339

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About Assumption University:

Assumption University is a comprehensive, private Catholic liberal arts institution with 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students, sponsored by the Augustinians of the Assumption. We awaken in students a sense of wonder, discovery, and purpose, forming graduates known for their intellectual seriousness, thoughtful citizenship, and devotion to the common good. Our curricular and co-curricular programs provide students with an education that shapes their souls, forms them intellectually, and prepares them for meaningful careers. We are a diverse community that welcomes different points of view and embraces all who share our mission. Enlivened by the Catholic affirmation of the harmony of faith and reason and by the pursuit of the truth in the company of friends, an Assumption education transforms the minds and hearts of students.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. Assumption favors diversity, ecumenically welcomes all who share its goals, and strongly encourages people of color and others from underrepresented groups to apply.

The University is in Worcester, Massachusetts, New England's second largest city that "combines the warmth of a small town with the convenience of a thriving city."

Job Description:

BASIC PURPOSE: Provides professional medical care in the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries including emergency situations, which enhances and supports the students' Assumption education.

ACCOUNTABILITES:

Evaluates injuries that occur during athletic events, administers appropriate initial treatment, determines whether further medical treatment is required, and coordinates referrals to physicians or other medical professionals as necessary to ensure that injured student-athletes receive timely and appropriate medical care.
Maintains accurate and complete records of all treatments administrated and referrals made. Updates all treatments and rehabilitation plans consistently.
Coordinates, submits, and manages secondary insurance claim forms to student-athletes and secondary insurance companies for reimbursement of costs associated with athletically related activities.
Applies preventive and supportive strapping and taping and splinting as needed.
Provides game and practice coverage and necessary supplies.
Maintains medical clearance and completed medical forms of student-athletes.
Educates the student-athletes on the principles of basic health and injury prevention.
Collaborates with the Strength & Conditioning staff to monitor and prevent injuries.
Serves as liaison for Sports Medicine Office and assists with daily operational responsibilities as assigned.
Prioritizes attendance at University events such as: Student-Athlete Candle Light, Hall of Fame Dinner, Athletics Awards Night, Orientation, Graduation, etc.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Must be willing to contribute actively to the mission of the University.
Bachelor's required/Master's required, specializing in athletic training or a related field.
Certification through the NATA and possess a MA State Athletic Training license.
Possess current CPR and First Aid Certification/Automated External Defibrillator
Excellent computer skills
Excellent communication organizational, managerial and clinical skills

Additional Information:

SCOPE:

Variable working hours including evenings/weekends and traveling with intercollegiate athletics teams.
Operates and maintains a variety of training and rehabilitative equipment including electrical muscle stimulation machine with ultrasound, hydrocollator, whirlpool, hydrotherapy, and cryotherapy, etc.
Interacts daily with student/athletes other University administrators, parents and physicians, and other health professionals;
Oversees the daily operations of the Sports Medicine Department;
Supervises professional staff and student employees.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sitting, standing, walking, and bending are required of this position. Use of a computer keyboard and computer screen for periods of time with close vision and the ability to adjust visual focus plus manual dexterity are required. May be required to lift equipment up to 50 lbs.

MENTAL DEMANDS: The mental demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Examples of mental demands include reading (documents), detailed work, confidentiality, language, math, reasoning, oral communications, written communications, customer contact, multiple concurrent tasks, constant interruptions, and performing calculations when necessary.

Assumption University offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

A choice of5 different pre-taxed, health insurance plan options