Assistant Athletic Trainer

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Category:

Professional

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Department:

Athletics

Locations:

Syracuse, NY

Posted:

Apr 26, 2024

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Full-time

Position ID:

175139

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About LeMoyne College:

Le Moyne College, located in Syracuse, N.Y., is an independent college established by the Jesuits in 1946 to provide students with a values-based, comprehensive academic program designed to foster intellectual excellence and preparation for a life of leadership and service. Today, Le Moyne has evolved into a nationally acclaimed college of liberal arts and sciences that draws students from across the U.S. and abroad.

Our Mission:

Le Moyne College is a diverse learning community that strives for academic excellence in the Catholic and Jesuit tradition through its comprehensive programs rooted in the liberal arts and sciences. Its emphasis is on education of the whole person and on the search for meaning and value as integral parts of the intellectual life. Le Moyne College seeks to prepare its members for leadership and service in their personal and professional lives to promote a more just society.

Le Moyne College aims to advance the values of diversity and inclusiveness at the college. To do this, Le Moyne seeks scholars and professionals who bring innovation, creativity, and impact to the campus, and who bring greater depth, breadth, and diversity to our campus community.

Job Description:

Reporting to the Associate Director of Athletics for Sports Medicine, the Assistant Athletic Trainer will provide high quality evidence-based healthcare to all student­ athletes including prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and illnesses.

This position works closely with other members of the sports medicine staff, the Wellness Center for Health and Counseling, team physicians, and other medical and allied health practitioners to provide timely and high-quality medical care to the student-athletes.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Job duties specific to this position:

• Responsible for providing timely, evidence based, and high-quality prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and illnesses for all student athletes under the direction of the College's Medical Director and Team Physician(s).
• Ensuring that all student-athlete medical clearance procedures are followed in accordance with NCAA legislation and Departmental policies.
• Assist other staff members with the prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses for all student athletes as requested.
• Prepare and maintain appropriate medical records and reports as required utilizing the present EMR system for such purposes following all NCAA and NATA guidelines; compliance with all federal and state laws including FERPA and HIPPA; and the maintenance of the highest level of confidence in regards to the various confidential information that the sports medicine staff is exposed to in regards to student-athletes and coaches.
• Travel with athletic teams as assigned and provide athletic injury care coverage during practice and games. The ability to perform these tasks includes but is not limited to being physically able to get to an injured student athlete on the field of play in a timely fashion, being physically able to get in a position to assess the student athlete's injury in an acute situation (i.e. squatting, kneeling, bending, ability to lift 25-50 lbs., etc.), the ability to perform emergency protocols, provide appropriate hydration and monitor the safety of the environment in which the practice or game is taking place.
• Assist with development, implementation, and administration of health and safety programming in alignment with current NCAA health and safety strategic priorities.
• Collaborate with the Certified Strength and Conditioning Coaches on prevention and rehabilitation of athletic related injuries.
• Effectively communicate to student athletes, coaches, and administration the Department's medical clearance, medical coverage, and health insurance policies.
• Closely collaborate with other College offices, including but not limited to the Wellness Center for Health and Counseling, the Office of Campus Life and Leadership, the Student Success Center, and the Office of Disability Support Services.
• Serve as a clinical preceptor of graduate student athletic trainers from local CAATE accredited educational programs.
• Understands responsibilities with respect to Title IX and Clery Act.
• Demonstrates capacity, skill and willingness to engage student-athletes and contribute to student-athlete success.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required to meet Department and College goals and objectives.

Job expectations for all Le Moyne College employees:

• Demonstrates and role-models all of Le Moyne's mission-based competencies (collaboration, communication, diversity, integrity, leadership and service) in every interaction with all community members and external parties.
• Strengthen digital literacy skills through education and the application of digital technologies in order to effectively engage in information gathering, utilization and data management while promoting a security culture.
• Supports cura personalis by treating all individuals with dignity, professionalism and kindness.
• Promotes cura apostolica by aligning professional goals, objectives, and performance with college's strategic goals.
• Demonstrates excellent work attendance, reliability and work ethic.
• Attends and actively participates in required meetings and training sessions.
• Complies and adheres to all of Le Moyne's established policies, procedures and codes of conduct at all times, including all health and safety requirements and regulations, to promote desired behavior and build awareness.
• Must complete all required federal, state, institution and department trainings.
• Engages in a planned program of professional development. Continually maintains skills and knowledge relative to the position and technology industry including best practice, evolving operational requirements, and industry trends.
• Performs a variety of related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1-3 years of full-time athletic training experience in intercollegiate athletics; preferable at the NCAA Division I or Division II level.
• A Bachelor's Degree is required. A Master's Degree in Athletic Training/Sports Medicine or closely related field is preferred.
• Must have and maintain BOC (Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer)) certification.
• Must have and maintain Professional Rescuer CPR/BLS certification.
• Manual therapy/soft tissue experience preferred.
• Must meet requirements to obtain and maintain New York State licensure.
• Requires the ability to work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare
• providers.
• Must have strong interpersonal communications and human relation skills.

Additional Information:

Le Moyne Benefits

403(b) Retirement contribution- (9.5% Employer match)
Generous tuition coverage
Health insurance options- (Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts)
Health Savings Accounts- (Partially Employer funded)
Basic Life & AD&D Insurance- (Employer paid)
Short and Long Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)
Supplemental Life & AD&D Insurance
Voluntary benefits- (Legal, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance etc.)
12 paid holidays
Generous time off package
35 hour work week

Pay Range: $50,000 annually

Equal Employment Opportunity

Le Moyne College is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship & immigration or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Le Moyne makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position please click the 'Apply Now' button and submit the required materials for consideration:

* Cover letter outlining your interest in the position
* Current resume
* Contact information for 3 professional references

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