Assistant Athletic Trainer
Wellesley College

Job Info

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Job Posting Title
Assistant Athletic Trainer

Job Description Summary
Admin Casual

Job Description

Position Summary

• Athletic trainers must have knowledge of a large range of medical problems.
  
• Assessment, evaluation skills and working with other healthcare professionals will be required.
  
• Ability to think critically and make independent decisions regarding the assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and return to play decisions per state licensure guidelines.
  
• Must be thorough and detailed with injury tracking and documentation.
  
• Ability to communicate effectively in high stress/pressure situation when talking to patients, medical professionals, staff and families.
  
• Must have the ability to organize, prioritize and perform multiple tasks with little or no supervision.
  

Primary Position Responsibilities

• Care and management of injuries and illnesses including: prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation.
  
• Assess risk of injury, perform ergonomic evaluation and coaching, self-care implementation and overall wellness promotion.
  
• Electronic documentation of all patient encounters.
  
• Coordinate and implement injury prevention programs and customized preventative strategies and programs to each patient.
  
• Minimize risk of injury through awareness, education and prevention strategies.
  
• Communicate with physicians and coaching staff regarding the injury status of athletes.
  
• Carry out medical care for assigned student-athletes per the sports medicine standard operating procedures.
  
• Responsible for administrative and other duties as assigned by Director of Sports Medicine.
  

Performance Profile

• Accuracy in assessments and treatment of injuries.
  
• Skill and performance of specialized or technical duties.
  
• Thoroughness and attention to detail.
  
• Amount of work performed.
  
• Completion of work on schedule.
  
• Follow-through.
  
• Applying oneself to work.
  
• Acceptance of responsibility.
  
• Attention to safety, economy, and efficiency.
  
• Performance in new situations; flexibility.
  
• Performance in emergencies.
  
• Consistent adherence to all Safety Rules and Standard Operating Procedures.
  
• Cooperation with students, faculty and, administrators.
  

Supervisor Responsibilities

• Student workers and interns.
  

Education Required

• Bachelor's degree from a CAATE accredited program required; Masters preferred in related occupational field of study.
  
• Must hold or be eligible for Massachusetts licensure.
  

Experience Required

• Preferred two years of college-level athletic training experience. Must have current advanced life support/first aid certification, possess a valid driver's license and be cleared to drive College vehicles.
  

Skills and Abilities Required

• Possession of NATABOC Athletic Trainer Certification
  
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
  
• Ability to work with diverse populations, as part of a team, and collaborate with others.
  
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, to maintain confidentiality.
  
• Ability and desire to meet the irregular hours and travel schedule required by the position
  
• Instructor for CPR/First Aid or interest in becoming an instructor
  

Other

The successful candidate will have to complete a background check as a condition of employment.

All employees hired after August 2, 2021 are required to upload proof of vaccination against COVID-19, subject to approved medical or religious exemptions or disability accommodations.

Worker Sub-Type
Intermittent Fixed (Fixed Term)

Time Type
Part time

EEO Statement

At Wellesley, we embrace and honor difference and diversity. We believe the best ideas-the best solutions-draw on a range of voices, perspectives, and experiences.As a college, and as a community, we are dedicated to assuring that all members for the Wellesley community have an equal opportunity to flourish.

Wellesley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Wellesley College and all its subcontractors shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that Wellesley College and all of its subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. Candidates who believe they can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply.

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