Athletic Trainer

Responsibilities

The Athletic Trainer plays a crucial role in supporting the overall student-athlete welfare and their athletic experience. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in the planning and coordinating of the Athletic Training Services, functions, and programs.
• Provide athletic training services to student-athletes:
• Conducting comprehensive injury management, from prevention and recognition to evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation, as well as administering emergency first aid in the event of injury
• Manage injuries and rehabilitation under physician’s direction as appropriate
• Counsel athletes
• Prepare athletes for practices and contests by providing preventative taping, protection of previous injuries and giving special instructions for safety etc.
• Establishing a system that guarantees athletes receive independent medical care while ensuring that team doctors and athletic trainers have the ultimate authority on decisions about an athlete’s health and when they are cleared to return to play
• Stay current with new developments in athletic training methods and technology
• Travel with athletic teams as deemed appropriate by the Head Athletic Trainer
• Complete essential administrative tasks including timely completion of documentation, reviewing and approving student-athlete medical records (including but not limited to physical exams, health history questionnaires etc)
• Maintain and operate athletic training room facilities and equipment
• Supervise student workers as necessary
• Serve as a preceptor for athletic training students by providing training, supervision, and evaluation, if applicable
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelors and/or Masters degree in Athletic Training required.
• Current certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association required
• Current Maine State ATC licensing required (or ability to get to licensed)
• Current CPR/AED certification (or ability to get certified)
• Availability to work hours on nights, early mornings, and weekends
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships while dealing professionally with students, coaches, physicians, university student health and others while and carrying out position responsibilities.
• Must be flexible, collaborative and have a positive attitude.
• Broad-based technical knowledge and skills related to athletic training and sports injuries
• Proficiency in diagnosis and treatment of injuries and development of appropriate rehabilitation programs
• Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality

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.

Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)

Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.

Additional Note

This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | 2022PS0873P | | Open Date | 04/20/2026 | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes |

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. Resume

Optional Documents

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