Established in 1844 and designated a University Center of the State University of New York in 1962, the University at Albany's broad mission of excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research, and public service engages a diverse student body of approximately 17,000 students in nine schools and colleges across three campuses.
Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City, and the Adirondacks.
Job Description:
To provide the Department of Athletics with the administrative management necessary for the successful operation of a Division I athletics training and health care delivery system for over 500 student-athletes. The Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for assisting the Head Athletic Trainer with the day-to-day operations of the athletic training room.
The Assistant Athletic Trainer will be assigned to provide athletic training services for the sport(s) assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer and will be responsible for daily practice and game athletic training coverage, team travel, coordinating all treatments, and physician referrals.
Primary Responsibilities:
The responsibilities and duties for this position require long hours and varying schedules, including holidays, weekends, evenings, moderate to extensive travel, and light to moderate lifting.
Maintain National Athletic Trainer's Association (NATA) certification, NY State Licensure, and current CPR/AED certification. Maintain certifications by completing the required continuing education requirements as established by the NATA.
Provide day-to-day athletic training services for all student-athletes in the area of injury prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning of athletic injuries.
Responsible for providing educational programs for student-athletes, coaches, and staff related to general health, current trends in sports medicine, nutrition, and sports supplements.
This position will be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive medical records on each student-athlete, including all insurance correspondence.
Supervise and provide continuing education programs for all graduate assistant athletic trainers, interns, and work-study students.
Work under the direct supervision of a team physician to create and implement a healthcare delivery system that will collaborate with a network of physicians, hospitals, physical therapists, and specialists that will provide the most reasonable healthcare for student-athletes who become injured or ill as a result of participation in intercollegiate athletics.
Work with the Head Athletic Trainer and Student Health Services to provide day-to-day general medical coverage for student-athletes, including but not limited to organizing and administering pre-participation physical examinations, required laboratory and diagnostic tests, and physician referrals.
Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in establishing appropriate student-athlete insurance and coordinate and administer the insurance program, including claims, tracking, monitoring, and correspondence.
Responsible for complying with all NCAA and Conference applicable rules, the NATA Sports Medicine Handbook, and for implementing all required NCAA student-athlete safety and welfare policies and procedures related to concussion management, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, mental health, and other medical requirements.
Assist with organizing department-wide CPR/AED and medical emergency training.
Assist the Head Athletic Trainer with budget preparation and management and consult with the Head Athletic Trainer regarding the purchase of equipment and supplies.
Responsible for assisting with the drug testing program in conjunction with Drug-Free Sport. Work with the Head Athletic Trainer in scheduling and facilitating all aspects of the drug program.
Provide necessary drug education programs to student-athletes, coaches, and staff related to banned substances, ergogenic aids, and nutritional supplements.
Coordinate all travel arrangements and requirements for medical staff for team travel, continuing education, and other professional development opportunities.
Other duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer.
Annually attend and ensure all of your reports attend the mandatory sexual violence prevention program as required by federal, state, SUNY, and University policies and procedures prior to or at the beginning of the academic year.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Certified by the National Athletic Trainer's Association (NATA) and eligible for licensure in the State of New York
Current certification in CPR/AED Training
Knowledge of HIPPA regulations
Computer literacy
Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community.
Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role.
Additional Information:
Professional Rank and Salary Range: Assistant Athletic Trainer, SL2
Special Notes:
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, without exception, prepare, publish, and distribute an Annual Security Report. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three years; and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies. The University at Albany's Annual Security Report is available in portable document format [PDF] by clicking this link http://police.albany.edu/ASR.shtml
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