Assistant Athletic Trainer

Assistant Athletic Trainer

Under the general direction of the Head Athletic Trainer, the Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for the prevention, treatment, management, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries, the administration of the Shimano Training Room, the management of all NCAA and college policies related to sports medicine, insurance, and wellness education. This position will work August 1 – May 31.

Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assessment, Treatment, & Referral of Athletic Injuries
• Provide on field assessment and management of injuries during practices, home events, and occasional away contests.
• Administer and supervise the daily treatments and rehabilitation to injured student-athletes.
• Insure proper medical referrals to the Frederick Memorial Hospital, Wellness Center, and other health care providers.
• Maintain accurate medical records of all student-athletes including records for athletic related injuries/illness for varsity student-athletes and approved club sport participants.
• Determine level of participation for injured student-athletes and communicate with coaches regarding their injured students.
• Facilitate relationships with local physicians and physical therapists for services for student-athletes.
• Provide appropriate communication to other campus departments (Campus Safety, Dean of Students, Residence Life, etc.).
• Provide appropriate communication to coaches, parents, insurance providers, and the NCAA in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Verify student insurance, consent forms, emergency contacts and medical history in a timely manner.
• Evaluate injury data for factors that would reduce the rate or severity of injury.
• Update the department emergency action plan annually. Train the sports medicine staff to respond appropriately to emergencies.
• Maintain records and procedures for AED housed in Shimano Training Room.
• Facilitate Education Programs
• Provide health related programming for student-athletes and the college community related to fitness, nutrition, alcohol and drug use, sexuality, and hazing.
• Work in conjunction with the NCAA and other college administrators for grants and programming.
• Act as a resource for student-athletes and other community members for health-related information.
• Attend regional conferences related to wellness.
• Assist in cleanliness of athletic training room (washing water jugs, heat pads, tables, etc.)
• Ensure water, Gatorade and supplies are prepared for training and games.

Qualifications

We seek a candidate who values diversity, equity and inclusion in all that they do. Candidates must have strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with partners across campus in support of Hood College's mission as a student-centered, liberal arts institution.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• At least two years of experience as a certified athletic trainer at the college level or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Flexible work hours

Preferred Skills and Characteristics

• Master's degree in athletic training, exercise science, kinesiology, or related field
• Ability to educate student-athletes on wellness, nutrition, injury prevention, and recovery strategies
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and sports medicine software platforms
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities in high-pressure situations
• Demonstrated professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical judgment
• Ability to work collaboratively within a sports medicine and athletics team environment

Technology Skills

Strong computer proficiency in internet applications, SportsWare, Google System and Office Suite Productivity products (such as Microsoft Word, Excel & Powerpoint); and ability to learn new applications quickly including organization-wide information systems and department-specific software applications.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret medical documents and NCAA guidelines. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of students. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with and apply mathematical concepts timely and accurately, either manually or by using a calculator which apply to athletic trainers. Ability to apply concepts to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to hypothesize, draw conclusions, and support conclusions. Ability to work in theoretical arena and apply logic as appropriate.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Applicant must meet the following criteria 1) be certified by NATABOC and 2) currently possess a Maryland State License from the Maryland Board of Physicians or be eligible to apply for said license. Certification in equivalent with ARC FA/CPR/AED and CPR/AED for the professional rescuer required. Certification from recognized fitness, strength, or conditioning association recommended.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand for long periods of time; walk from end of the campus to the other; sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must be able to lift up to 50 lbs; climb up flights of stairs; and move in and out of air-conditioned or heated buildings. The employee must also be able to tolerate some exposure to varying environmental conditions in the outdoors.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Noise factors could include interaction with students, staff and public, telephones, and office equipment. Must be available for weekend and evening events.

Compensation

This is a position with an annual starting salary range of $49,500 to $55,000 depending on circumstances including an applicant's skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, training, and other relevant factors. Hood College has provided a compensation range representing its good faith estimate of what the College may pay for the position at the time of posting. The College may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. Hood College offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefits.

To Apply

We invite qualified candidates to apply online via our electronic application which requires submission of a cover letter, resumé and three professional references.

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