Associate Athletic Trainer
EXPIRED
Posted Aug 08, 2024
Expired Sep 04, 2024
Positing Details
Position Information
Position Title:
Associate Athletic Trainer
Positing Details
Position Information
Position Title:
Associate Athletic Trainer
Apply NowPosting Number:
WPU0051917
University Information:
William Peace University is a nationally-ranked, award-winning institution located in one of the best cities in the United States in downtown Raleigh, NC.
WPU
provides a culture that values diversity, fosters an energized team environment, builds on our strengths, promotes creativity and innovation, and encourages inclusiveness, respect, and open communication by leading with our actions. Our mission is to prepare our students for careers in the organizations of tomorrow. The ideal candidate will have the ability to embrace the five core values, mission, and vision of William Peace University. Follow your passion and make an impact at
WPU
!
Department:
Athletics
Purpose of Department:
The Athletic Department at William Peace University complements the institution’s core educational mission, helping to enrich the lives of our students while contributing to a vibrant and diverse campus community that inspires excellence. Our work contributes to the holistic educational environment and strengthens community at the University. Academic and athletic excellences are compatible in a well-balanced environment that encourages student-athletes to thrive and achieve their full potential as whole people.
Summary of Position:
The Associate Athletic Trainer partners with the Head Athletic Trainer and Assistant Athletic Trainers in managing and providing healthcare to William Peace University student-athletes. This includes prevention, evaluation, and treatment/rehabilitation of injuries/illness. The Associate Athletic Trainer serves as second-in-command and supervises staff and athletic training students/interns and operations in the Head Athletic Trainer’s absence.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL
DUTIES
AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
:
Reporting to the Head Athletic Trainer, the individual holding this position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:
• Adhere to all professional, National Athletic Trainers’ Association (
NATA
),
NCAA
and William Peace University guidelines for appropriate and responsible behavior.
• Practice/oversee all domains and roles as an athletic trainer, delineated by the
NATA
.
● Independently provide immediate emergency medical attention and make decisions regarding the appropriate course of action to ensure the safety and well-being of athletes.
● Evaluate and provide treatment and rehabilitation services for student-athletes as referred by team physician. Use judgment and discretion to determine and apply appropriate medical care.
● Develop and implement rehabilitative programs to facilitate a safe and quick return to play status; may include post-operative care.
● Maintain accurate, complete, and precise documentation on all relevant athletes daily.
● Maintain confidentiality of information concerning student-athletes, following
HIPPA
and
FERPA
guidelines.
● Identify and correct common risk factors and conditions predisposing the athletes to increased risk of injury.
● Uphold and enforce the William Peace University Sports Medicine Policy and Procedure manual.
● Communicate directly with Head Strength and Conditioning Coach to develop injury prevention programs.
● Interact in an effective and appropriate manner with diverse populations in the University community and the public.
● Attend practices and home games for assigned teams and as scheduled including occasional travel to away games. If assigned, travel to all away games.
● Maintain effective and professional lines of communication with
WPU
administrative, athletic training, and coaching staff.
● Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in the consideration, selection, and maintenance of athletic training equipment and medical supplies including functioning within the existing inventory and budget.
● Assist the Head Athletic Trainer with functions associated with Budget Management.
● Facilitate pre-participation screening including concussion baseline testing for all sports.
● Facilitate
NCAA
and institutional drug testing, as deemed necessary by the Athletic Director and
WPU
Wellness Center.
● Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in coordinating and keeping updated all
NCAA
and
USA
South certifications of the coaching staff.
● Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in monitoring
CPR
certification for
WPU
coaching staff.
● Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in coordinating
NCAA
Compliance and
USA
South Athletic Conference Eligibility for Student Athletes. This includes rosters for all sports in fall, winter and spring and winter recertification.
● Educate individuals on issues concerning physical and mental health/well-being.
● Assist the Head Athletic Trainer with review of Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act Report and monitor the implementation of gender-equity plan.
● Maintain active membership in appropriate professional organizations like
NACWAA
,
NATA
and others per
USA
South and
NCAA
.
● Maintain
NATABOC
certification and NC State Athletic Trainer Licensure through continuing education.
● Effectively work with a diverse population of students, employees, visitors, and guests.
● Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE
,
SKILLS
, and
ABILITIES
:
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, skill, and/or ability needed to perform the duties of the position, including the ability to retain on the job learned skills and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
● Knowledge in injury evaluation methods and techniques.
● Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and their clinical applications.
● Ability to design rehabilitation programs for a wide variety of athletic injuries.
● Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication, and organizational skills.
● Ability to work well with a diverse population of student athletes, coaches, and administrators.
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.
● Frequently is required to walk, sit, stand, and reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
● Exhibit manual dexterity to operate both office and sport related equipment.
● Speak in audible tones so that others understand clearly, adjusting to a louder volume at practices, games, and other events as required.
● Ability to push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
● Ability to demonstrate proper techniques and form of exercises.
● Ability to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids.
● Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK
ENVIRONMENT
:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
● Work is primarily performed indoors with varying temperatures and with noise levels varying from low to moderate.
● Work may be performed outdoors with occasional exposure to adverse climate and weather conditions such as wind, sun, and hot or cold temperatures and with noise levels varying from moderate to loud.
● May encounter bodily fluids.
● The position requires significant physical activity.
● Must be available to work a non-traditional, varying schedule that may include early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, overnight travel, and occasional holidays.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s Degree and two years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Requires
ATABOC
Certification, NC State Athletic Trainer Licensure, or eligibility to receive licensure within 3 months of hire;
CPR
/
AED
for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent; and knowledge of
HIPAA
rules and regulations.
Preferred Qualifications:
● Experience supervising Athletic Training staff and/or students.
Hours per week:
Full Time
Job Posting Date:
08/07/2024
Priority Deadline:
08/13/2024
Priority Deadline Information:
Priority consideration will be given to applications received by the Priority Date; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Supplemental Questions
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents 1. Letter of Recommendation
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