Part-time Contractor - Athletic Trainer (Multip...

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Category:

Part time Non Benefited

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Department:

Athletics

Locations:

Fitchburg, MA

Posted:

Sep 6, 2022

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

PT Non-Benefited

Position ID:

152866

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About Fitchburg State University:

Fitchburg State University, located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, is a public institution dedicated to integrating high-quality professional programs with strong liberal arts and sciences studies. Founded in 1894, the university now has more than 30 undergraduate programs and 22 master's degree programs, and 7,000 full and part-time students. We invite you to learn more about us and how we can help you achieve your educational goals.

Institutional Diversity and Social Justice

Fitchburg State University embraces a commitment to diversity, inclusion, belonging and social justice. We encourage individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply and also those who can contribute to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching, research and mentorship.  

Job Description:

Fitchburg State University is seeking trainers for days, weekends and evening commitments. Certified athletic trainers seeking part time flexible schedules are encouraged to apply. Candidates should possess enthusiasm, team spirit and flexibility to support our student athletes. Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Go Falcons!

The part-time contractor athletic trainer is responsible for the recognition and diagnosis of athletic related injuries and illnesses, the treatment of these conditions, rehabilitation, documentation and communication with the athletic trainers regarding these conditions. 

1. Serve as the administrator of the athletic training facilities when other athletic trainers are not present.
2. Provide pre-event and post-event athletic training services to student-athletes.
3. Provide on-site coverage for practices and games whenever possible.
4. Provide emergency first aid to injured athletes.
5. Communicate regularly with the Head Athletic Trainer and Athletic Trainer and provide updates regarding injuries and other services provided.
6. Provide athletic training coverage of practices and games.
7. Assume responsibility for determining the ability of an athlete to safely participate in practice and games.
8. Provide rehabilitation services following guidelines set up by the Head Athletic Trainer or Athletic Trainer.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree required.
2. Current NATA certification and Massachusetts athletic training license required.
3. Must be able to satisfactorily pass a check conducted by the Criminal History Systems Board (CORI check); a background check satisfactory to the university and must be fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19 or have a documented and approved exemption.

Additional Information:

Shift Information :  Fitchburg State University is seeking trainers for days, weekends and evening commitments. Candidates should possess enthusiasm, team spirit and flexibility to support our student athletes. Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Priority Review : Review will begin immediately and the position will remain open until we have a successful pool of candidates.

It is the policy of Fitchburg State University that all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19 before they begin employment. Proof of the COVID-19 vaccine is required of all individuals hired by Fitchburg State, to be verified after an offer of employment has been made, and as part of the onboarding process. Prospective employees may submit a request for exemption based on a religious and/or medical basis via the onboarding process.

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