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Job overview

Area of Responsibility
Sports Medicine
Type
Full-Time
Location
Newark, Delaware

Athletic Trainer I

University of DelawareFull-TimeNewark, DE

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 Inspiring Greatness Together. Under the general direction of the Athletic Trainer II (Associate Head 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:

Clinical 70%

  • 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 competition.

  • 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.

  • 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 10%

  • Supervises and educates athletic training students in a clinical setting.

  • Stays informed of developments in field.

  • Reads pertinent literature, attends meetings and educational classes and participates in professional associations as appropriate.

Administrative 20%

  • Performs job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree (master's degree preferred) in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine or related discipline with 2-3 years' experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer in intercollegiate athletics.

  • 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.