Assistant Athletic Trainer

About the role

The Assistant Athletic Trainer will assist in the overall injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, short-term and long-term rehabilitation, education and sport injury counseling, and athletics-related health care administration of Alfred University student-athletes in consultation with and under the supervision of the Team Physician(s), Head Athletic Trainer, Director of Athletics & Recreation, and other qualified medical personnel.

Responsibilities

• Injury prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation:
• Provide daily injury prevention, on-site evaluation and treatment, and rehabilitation of student-athletes as directed by the Head Athletic Trainer and Team Physician(s).
• Consult with the Team Physician(s) for guidance on the treatment of injured student-athletes.
• Determine a student-athlete's ability to practice and/or compete in consultation with the Team Physician(s).
• Report the status of injured student-athletes to the coaching staff as directed.
• Collaborate and maintain a good working relationship with the strength and conditioning staff regarding strength and conditioning, flexibility, nutrition, supplements and ergogenic aids, injury prevention, exercise technique, and rehabilitation of student-athletes.
• Assist with the compilation, input, and organization of daily medical records.
• Share the responsibility of maintaining and organizing the Athletic Training Room (ATR) file system, including medical records, insurance claims and medical bills in compliance with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Empire 8 rules and regulations.
• Attend scheduled team practices and home and away competitions as necessary.
• Meet regularly with appropriate coaching personnel to identify problem areas related to functional movement and common injuries and to establish treatment goals for the respective student-athletes.
• Travel with athletic teams as necessary and as directed by the Head Athletic Trainer.
• Work in conjunction with coaching staff and other personnel regarding student-athlete nutrition issues, including but not limited to, preseason training camp and travel menus.
• Maintain a good working relationship with the coaching staff and athletic administration, equipment room staff, and facilities/equipment manager.
• Maintain good working relationships with facilities and grounds department regarding the safety of practice and competition surfaces and general field/court conditions.
• Assist with the inventory, receiving, and stocking of all Athletic Training Facility supplies and equipment.
• Share in the responsibility of Athletic Training Facility maintenance and upkeep.
• Assist with the enforcement of the Sports Medicine Unit code of conduct and rules and regulations for the use of the athletic training facilities and equipment.
• Assist with the organization and administration of the NCAA drug testing protocol.
• Organize and administer an Exposure Control Plan for Blood-borne Pathogens as dictated by the State of New York and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), including:
• Annual training sessions.
• Coordinating the disposal of hazardous waste.
• Collaborate with the Program Director for the Division of Sport and Health Science regarding the performance, education, and preparation of sport and health science students, including but not limited to:
• Formal clinical evaluation of athletic training/sport and health science students through mid- and end-of semester evaluations.
• Field supervision of assigned athletic training/sport and health science students.
• Mentorship and positive role model for athletic training/sport and health science students.
• Provide constructive feedback and positive support for athletic training/sport and health science students.
• Assist students in their preparation for the Board of Certification examination and/or graduate school entrance.
• Collaborate with the Program Director for the Division of Sport and Health Science regarding the performance, education, and preparation of sport and health science students.
• Complete annual end-of-season athletic training reports for individual teams.
• Represent Alfred University and the Sports Medicine Unit at university, conference, and/or national meetings as required or requested.
• Maintain certification requirements of the Board of Certification (BOC) and the State of New York.
• Participate in safety training and comply with safety rules, regulations, and protocols.

Other Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve on department and campus-wide committees.
• Supports and assists in creating intersections for faculty, staff and students that will assist in transforming people's lives.
• Supports and assists in creating an evolving culture of mentoring and rich engagement opportunities for faculty, staff, and students.
• Maintains a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and a high degree of cultural competence and respect for a wide range of identities and experiences, therefore welcoming and supporting all faculty, staff and students and expanding access to the AU experience.
• Maintains a safe working environment within and around their facilities and associated equipment and supplies including, but not limited to, obtaining Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information pertaining to any hazards associated with their work environment.
• Participates in all required assigned training, including safety training and will comply with safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Quick critical thinking skills and physical stamina to handle emergencies.
• Contributes to the overall success of the University by performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: A bachelor's degree in athletic training is required; a master's degree in athletic training or a related field is preferred from an accredited institution. The candidate must be certified by the Board of Certification and licensed by the State of New York or eligible for licensure by the State of New York. The candidate must be licensed by the State of New York on the first date of employment.
• Experience: A minimum of two years of collegiate athletic training experience is required.
• Additional Knowledge: Must be CPR and AED certified and first aid/CPR instructor level desired. A valid U.S. driver's license is required. The candidate must be willing to work evenings and weekends.