Athletic Trainer

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Athletic Trainer

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Job Title: Athletic Trainer
Department: Athletics
Reports To: Director of Athletics
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

OVERVIEW OF THE UNIVERSITY
Washington Adventist University (WAU) is a Christ-centered institution of higher education that supports a culture of excellence where all feel valued. Nestled in a desirable residential community in Takoma Park, Maryland, WAU offers its faculty and staff an environment where professional expertise is valued and lasting connections between co-workers are formed as we work together to ensure the success of our students. Regardless of title, every employee supports WAU’s vision of producing graduates who bring moral leadership and competence to their communities.

SUMMARY
The Athletic Trainer is responsible for the health and safety of athletic department ensuring proper treatment and rehabilitation to injured athletes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Develop, coordinate and administer a comprehensive sports medical program for University intercollegiate sports. The head athletic trainer will also perform professional and administrative services essential for the successful implementation and development of the program. - Develop overall sports medicine program for the University, including: injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment and rehabilitation, and educational programs - Provide athletic training services for the University’s athletic department, including attendance at scheduled team practices and home competitions as necessary - Coordinate and schedule physical examinations and medical referrals for student-athletes to determine their ability to practice and compete - Work in conjunction with the strength and conditioning staff to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition and conditioning programs customized to meet individual student-athlete needs - Schedule and coordinate athletic training staff and students for coverage of all team practices and athletic competitions - Assist Athletic Director and Office Manager in the management of the sports medical program budget - Evaluate and recommend new techniques and equipment that would enhance the benefit of the sports medical program - Track, implement, and record all applications of athletic insurance - Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviews professional publications; establishes personal networks; participates in professional societies. - Performs other duties as requested by supervisors - Attendance at weekly staff meetings.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES - Received - Receives direct supervision from the Director of Athletics - Given - Responsible for the formation of the University’s athletic training staff, including hiring, student athletic trainers - Analytical - Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data. - Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. - Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. - Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. - Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. - Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
Satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or
abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions:

Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's degree required in related field Masters in Athletic Training (preferred not required)
NATA certified ATC required 3-5 years experience working as an ATC.

Language Skills: - Superior command of English grammar and spelling. - Excellent verbal and written communication. - Exceptional presentation and public speaking ability. Mathematical and Technology Skills: - Ability to analyze financial documents statistical data using mathematical - formulas and tools. - Working knowledge and application of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel Outlook and PowerPoint. - Ability to learn new software packages. Reasoning Ability: - Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables. - Applies logical or scientific methods to a wide range of intellectual problems Other Skills and Abilities: - Must exhibit leadership skills. - Organization skills - Attention to detail - Possesses capacity for planning, organizing and controlling. - Advanced skills in team building, motivation, and conflict resolution. 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 job. - Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - Employee must be able to lift 40 lbs. - The employee will frequently be called upon and must be able to work long hours under stressful conditions. - While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work
environment is usually moderate. The employee is required to travel.

Title VII Exception Notice
Washington Adventist University is a religiously qualified Equal Opportunity Employer under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. As such the University has the legal right to prefer a member of the Seventh-day Adventist ("SDA") Church in its hiring process. In the event that a qualified SDA candidate is not identified, the University will give the opportunity to candidates who must understand and respect the mission, purpose, and identity of Washington Adventist University as a condition of their employment.

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