Job Description

Assistant Athletic Trainer

Classification Full-Time, Exempt

Reporting Director of Sports Medicine

and Scope of Position:

Ursinus College participates as a member of the Centennial Conference at the NCAA Division III level. The sports medicine department provides athletic training services to 26 Division III intercollegiate sport teams. This 11-month position (July-May each year) assists the Director of Sports Medicine in all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the sports medicine department and sports medicine clinic operation.

Responsibilities:

Student Support:

• Provide onsite care and management of injuries and illnesses including prevention, evaluation, management, rehabilitation and referral of student-athletes for the College’s athletic department as directed by the Director of Sports Medicine / Medical Director, and attend scheduled practices/contests.
• Serve as a preceptor for athletic training students and assist with supervision of athletic training aides.

Departmental:

• Assist in overseeing general athletic training room duties and operation and maintain inventory and equipment in good condition.
• Manage the medical records and insurance claims for assigned athletic teams in conjunction with the secondary insurance coordinator.

Leadership:

• Consult with contracted team Physicians or their designees for guidance on the treatment of injured student-athletes, and report on their progress as necessary.
• Assist in other administrative duties as assigned or desired.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or bachelor’s degree in athletic training from a CAATE accredited Athletic Training Program.
• A master’s degree in athletic training, or related field of study.
• Ability to effectively communicate clearly verbally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement in making clinical decisions regarding health, safety, and well-being of student-athletes.
• Current good standing of BOC certification.
• Pennsylvania State License in athletic training, or eligible for such.
• Current and active First Aid / CPR / AED certification.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to pass all relative background checks.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Two years of professional experience in athletic training at the high school or collegiate level preferred.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift, carry, and transport equipment and supplies up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent prolonged periods of standing or walking.
• Frequently works outdoor practices and games in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Frequent after-hours work (early mornings, nights, weekends, holidays).
• Occasionally operates motor vehicles, including golf carts or UTVs.

Other Duties:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Job responsibilities and activities may be modified or changed at any time with or without notice. Job descriptions will be audited periodically by the Ursinus Human Resources department to ensure they are up-to-date and reflect the essential responsibilities and duties of the job.

Ursinus EEO Statement:

Ursinus is an EEO employer. Ursinus College does not discriminate on grounds of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or other classification protected by applicable law in the administration of any of its educational programs or activities or with respect to employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Ursinus College is a selective, independent, co-educational, residential liberal arts college of approximately 1500 students located about 25 miles northwest of center city Philadelphia. With a diverse community of students, it is an expectation of all faculty to contribute to the inclusion, engagement, and success of all students. Ursinus is an EEO employer. Ursinus College does not discriminate on grounds of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or other classification protected by applicable law in the administration of any of its educational programs or activities or with respect to employment.