Athletic Trainer

Reporting to the Head Athletic Trainer, this 11-month position supports the medical needs for all 22 intercollegiate NCAA Division III sports and 2 Division I sports (men's and women's ice hockey). The role involves prevention, evaluation, treatment, management, and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses associated with student-athletes. The incumbent will adhere to NCAA bylaws and policies, maintain NATA-BOC certification, and possess or be eligible for New York State licensure. Responsibilities include travel, weekend and non-traditional hours, supervision of student employees, and functioning under team physician oversight. The position requires exemplary ethical conduct and compliance with university, department, and NCAA rules and regulations.

About the Center for Intercollegiate Athletics

The Center for Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to providing an outstanding student-centered athletic experience through the pursuit of academic and athletic excellence, integrity, and respect. The Athletic Trainer will join a team dedicated to fostering the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional growth of student-athletes to prepare them for success as leaders in the global community.

Responsibilities

• Identifies, assesses, evaluates, mitigates, and manages student-athlete injury prevention and care
• Implements rehabilitation and treatment programs for intercollegiate athletes
• Maintains appropriate documentation and communication with coaches, athletes, and healthcare professionals to share injury updates, treatment plans, and athlete progress
• Provides injury risk management for athletes
• Prepares student-athletes for practice and competition via athletic stretching and supportive taping, bandaging, and bracing as appropriate
• Collects, compiles, and facilitates athlete physical participation status forms, including orthopedic assessment to evaluate for risk management
• Facilitates athlete referrals for care through physicians, surgeons, therapists, and specialists
• Assists with the facilitation of the athletics drug and alcohol-testing program through athlete notification, oral fluid sample collection, documentation, and sample shipment for analysis
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 2 years of related experience
• Board of Certification for Athletic Training
• National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) certification
• New York State Athletic Training Licensure (or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment)
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

Skills

• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, therapeutic modalities, and therapeutic rehabilitation
• Knowledge of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) conferences and university rules and regulations
• Knowledge of athletic prevention and treatment processes
• Skill in evaluating, diagnosing, and managing acute and chronic sports injuries accurately
• Ability to manage and maintain confidential and private information
• Ability to provide autonomous care while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams

Pay

$49,500.00 - $79,200.00 Annual

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is based on factors such as scope and responsibilities, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, and market/organizational considerations.