Job Description
Assistant Athletic Trainer
Job Description
The Assistant Athletic Trainer supports the health, safety, and performance of Sarah Lawrence’s student-athletes by assisting in the development and administration of the sports medicine program. This position focuses on the prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and illnesses while ensuring compliance with the standards and regulations set forth by the College, the NCAA, and the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA).
Essential Duties Summary
Essential Functions
- Provide comprehensive sports medicine coverage for all practices and competitions, including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and emergency care.
- Manage and maintain accurate and confidential medical records per federal and state regulations.
- Implement up-to-date treatment and safety protocols, ensuring adherence to best practices and institutional standards.
- Facilitate appropriate medical referrals and coordinate care with physicians and healthcare providers as needed.
- Educate student-athletes on injury prevention, recovery, concussion safety, and compliance with NCAA regulations, including banned substances.
- Offer guidance and rehabilitation programs tailored to individual student-athletes recovery and physical performance goals.
- Regularly operate and maintain athletic training equipment, including therapeutic and emergency response tools.
- Stay current with professional development and certifications, including NATABOC requirements and CPR/AED training.
Additional Responsibilities
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the athletic training facilities, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment.
- Manage inventory and supplies, including tracking and restocking essential items as needed.
- Participate in departmental meetings, collaborating with athletic staff to discuss athlete health updates and scheduling.
- Assist in administrative duties related to the athletics program and contribute to the overall mission of the department.
- Serve as a liaison between student-athletes, coaching staff, and healthcare professionals, promoting a culture of health and safety.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or a related field.
- A minimum of 1-3 years of experience in athletic training, preferably within a college environment.
- Current certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association’s Board of Certification (NATABOC).
- CPR/AED certification.
- Demonstrated understanding of NCAA and NATA regulations concerning sports medicine.
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written, to effectively interact with diverse stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with collegiate athletes or within an academic setting.
- Familiarity with the Athletic Trainer System (ATS) for medical recordkeeping.
- Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and vacation periods as necessary.
- Proficiency in using rehabilitation equipment and software related to sports medicine.
Posting Number: S00407P
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Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Salary: $45,500 - $50,000
Special Instructions to Applicants
All interested candidates apply online at https://slc.peopleadmin.com/ and should include a letter of application, resume, and names of three references. Sarah Lawrence College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has as one of its goals the recruitment and retention of a racially and culturally diverse administration, staff and faculty.
To apply, visit https://slc.peopleadmin.com/postings/2361
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Sarah Lawrence College is committed to sustaining a diverse and inclusive learning, working, and living community. This requires students, faculty, administration, and staff who reflect the diversity of our society; that people from different backgrounds and with different views be prepared to treat one another with mutual respect and honest curiosity so that they can engage and learn from one another; and that diversity infuse all aspects of the life and mission of the College. These conditions enable a genuine liberal arts education, in which the presence of people with different experiences and ideas, engaged in critical dialogue, overcomes ignorance and builds trust and knowledge.
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