Athletic Trainer

9262BR

Student Affairs

Intercollegiate Athletics

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Athletic Trainer

9262BR

Student Affairs

Intercollegiate Athletics

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Job Summary

The Center for Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to providing an outstanding student-centered athletic experience through the pursuit of academic and athletic excellence.  We do so within the context of integrity and respect.  The Athletic Trainer will join an exceptional staff who strive to create an unrivaled experience that fosters the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional growth of our student-athletes in order to prepare them for success as leaders in the global community. 

Reporting to the Head Athletic Trainer, the Athletic Trainer supports the medical needs for all 22 intercollegiate NCAA Division III sports and 2 Division I sports (men’s and women’s ice hockey).  This person will be responsible for prevention, evaluation, treatment, management, and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses associated with athletes involved in intercollegiate athletics.  The incumbent will adhere to NCAA bylaws and policies, possess and maintain NATA-BOC certification, possess or be eligible for New York state licensure, travel, work weekends and odd hours, supervise student employees, and function under team physician oversight.

The incumbent will demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to University, department and NCAA rules and regulations; the duties of the position are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA, League and division rules and regulations; and any rules violations on behalf of themselves or any knowledge of violations within the department are to be reported to the appropriate parties.  The ideal candidate has a demonstrated track record of success. They should also have strong organizational skills and an ability to work independently.

_ Please note-this position requires the ability to work odd hours, nights, and weekends. _
 

Job Responsibilities

• Perform daily assignments that include, assistance with the writing and the implementation of policies & procedures, manage student employees, and maintain sports medicine facilities.
• Evaluate, mitigate, and manage student-athlete injury prevention and care including on and off campus/site venues Provide onsite support for game competitions and practices. Monitor and mitigate environmental conditions for health and safety purposes.
• Facilitate athlete referrals for care through physicians, surgeons, therapists, and specialists including proper insurance notification and directional assistance. Implement rehabilitation and treatment programs for intercollegiate athletes and document appropriately.  Communicate with and provide updates on athletic injuries, issues and topics team physicians, other staff athletic trainers, and coaches as necessary.
• Provide injury risk management for athletes, preparing them for practice and competition via athletic stretching, supportive taping, bandaging and bracing as appropriate to individual student, sport and situation.
• Collect, compile, and facilitate athlete physical participation status forms, including orthopedic assessment to evaluate for risk management.  Assist with the management and filing of secondary insurance claims in conjunction with compliance personnel.
• Assist with the facilitation of the athletics drug and alcohol-testing program through athlete notification, oral fluid sample collection, documentation, and sample shipment for analysis. 
• Participate on committees and professional development as appropriate.
• Other duties assigned by Executive Director of Intercollegiate Athletics or Head Athletic Trainer.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors or Master’s degree from an accredited professional athletic training education program. 
• Certification by Board of Certification for Athletic Training
• New York State Athletic Training Licensure (or ability to obtain with 30 days of employment)
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification
• A minimum of 1-3 years of working experience in athletic training
• Ability to foster relations with internal staff, team physicians, and student-athletes.
• Ability to manage and maintain confidential and private information; uses confidential, sensitive and/or private records and information, protects information appropriately.
• Effective interpersonal, written, and electronic communications skills, including the ability to convey complex information in accessible terms to diverse or multicultural groups.
• Computer proficiency using software and enterprise systems appropriate for the complexities of the role and its functions.
• Willingness to engage in learning opportunities regarding Deaf Culture and conversational American Sign Language (ASL) PLEASE NOTE: The individual hired for this position will be required to have a pre-employment Motor Vehicle check, and the Motor Vehicle Report must clear RIT's Safe Driving Policy. (see Page 4)  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-3 years of working experience in athletic training

Work Location

Henrietta Campus — 100%

Wage Band

117A

FLSA Category

Exempt

Employment Category

Fulltime

Required Application Documents

Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume, List of References

What do we believe at RIT?

Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.

As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).

Department/College Description

The Center for Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to providing an outstanding student-centered athletic experience through the relentless pursuit of academic and athletic excellence.  We do so within the context of integrity and respect.  Our exceptional staff strives to create an unrivaled experience that fosters the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional growth of our student-athletes in order to prepare them for success beyond RIT and to be leaders in the global community.

The Center of Intercollegiate at RIT sponsors 22 NCAA Division III sports for men and women. The University also offers Division I programs in the sports of men's and women's ice hockey. RIT is a member of the NCAA, Liberty League, the Atlantic Hockey Association and College Hockey America.

How To Apply

In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.
 

Additional Details

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Hourly/Salary Minimum

41600

Hourly/Salary Maximum

69700

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