Director of Sports Medicine Head Athletic Trainer

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Experienced

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Job Details

Level

Experienced

Job Location

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Sweet Briar College - Sweet Briar, VA

Position Type

Full Time

Director of Sports Management

Job Summary/Objective: The Director of Sports Medicine works closely with the Director of Athletics in regards to the Athletic Department policies and procedures as they relate to the student-athlete’s health care at Sweet Briar College. Adheres to and enforces all policies and procedures of the department and the Institution, as well as the rules and regulations of the NCAA, Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC) and any other authorities that affect the intercollegiate athletic program.

Qualifications

Position Type/Expected Work Hours: Full time, 10-month employee, varied hours including evenings and weekends.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Manages assistant ATC(s), interns and student-workers involved in the program

Essential Responsibilities:

• The Director of Sports Medicine works directly with all coaches in the administration of their programs regarding health care for the student-athletes (ex. medical clearances reports, physical exams, physician referrals, insurance and consent forms, safety equipment) and with student-athletes.
• The Director of Sports Medicine is responsible for providing quality health services to student-athletes, serving as a liaison between the athlete and the physician, representing the Department of Athletics as Title IX representative with our campus Title IX Coordinator, and performing other College duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.
• The Director of Sports Medicine will be responsible for day-to-day administrative duties and supervision of athletic training area as a whole.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree and Board Certification (NATA) Athletic Training
• Must adhere to the philosophy of Sweet Briar College and NCAA Division III rules
• CPR/AED certification
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong commitment to NCAA Division III philosophy
• Ability to interact with all levels of the Sweet Briar College community
• Ability to work weekdays, evenings, and weekends
• Candidate must have a valid driver’s license and meet college’s insurability standards

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three or more years working in the collegiate setting, or related field

Physical Demands: Moderate activity; must be able to work effectively with student-athletes and lift up to 20-lbs on occasion. Extensive periods of sitting/standing may be required.

Travel: As needed; may transport student-athlete(s) to medical care facilities. Some travel may be needed with various sports.

Deadline for Submission: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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