University of Delaware

Athletic Trainer I -Football and Cheer

University of Delaware  •  Newark, DE (Onsite)  •  8 days ago
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Job Description

Pay Grade: 28E 
 
Context of Job: 
 
The Athletic Trainer I, at the University of Delaware is a valued member within the University and Department of Athletics, Community & Campus Recreation (DACCR), upholding and embracing the departmental mission of Achieving Excellence Together. Under the general direction of the Athletic Trainer II (Associate AT), the Athletic Trainer I position is responsible for assisting with all aspects of athletic training for an NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics program, spirit program and designated club sport program including, but not limited to rehabilitation of athletic injuries/illnesses, injury evaluation, management, and documentation, treatment/preparation for practices and competitions, on-site coverage, supervision of athletic training students, and assigned team travel.
 
Major Responsibilities:
  • Plans, organizes and delivers treatment/rehabilitation programs specific to student athletes as medically prescribed by the Sports Medicine Physician or supervisor.
  • Advises and treats student athletes to maintain physical fitness for participation in athletic competitions; records and maintains appropriate treatment/rehabilitation records for student-athletes.
  • Evaluates athletes physical condition, response and progress and discuss with appropriate physician and supervisor; informs coaches of status of athletes condition.
  • Maintains direct contact with the sports medicine doctors, coaching staff, strength & conditioning staff, University administrators, student athletes and parents.
  • Interfaces with student athletes, staff, coaches, physicians, athletic trainers and auxiliary medical personnel for counseling purposes and information exchange.
  • Provides athletic training coverage for designated sports programs, including practices, home and away contests. Provides AT Room coverage during designated seasons.
  • Performs sport responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
  • Provides medical emergency coverage to injured student athletes at practices and athletics events as needed.
  • Administers first aid until appropriate medical assistance can be obtained.
  • Arranges for injured athletes to be seen by the team physician or Student Health Center physician.
  • Supervision of Students Supervises and educates athletic training students in a clinical setting.
  • Stays informed of developments in field; reads pertinent literature.
  • Attends meetings and educational classes; participates in professional associations as appropriate.
  • Administrative Performs job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelors degree required in Athletic Training and two years of hands-on experience OR masters degree (preferred) with related hands-on experience in conjunction with coursework.
  • In good standing with the National Athletic Training Association, Board of Certification. National Athletic Trainers Association BOC certification.
  • State of Delaware Athletic Training licensure eligibility.
  • CPR/AED and First Aid certification, instructor certification preferred.
  • Experience as an approved clinical instructor (ACI) and with the clinical supervision of athletic training students enrolled in a CAATE accredited Athletic Training Education Program.
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