Athletic Trainer I

Pay Grade: 28E

Sport Assignment:  Swim & Dive, with low risk sport TBD

Context of the Job:

The Athletic Trainer I, at the University of Delaware is a valued member within the University and Department of Athletics, Community & Campus Recreation (DACCR), upholding and embracing the departmental mission of Achieving Excellence Together. Under the general direction of the Athletic Trainer II (Associate AT), the Athletic Trainer I position is responsible for assisting with all aspects of athletic training for an NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics program, spirit program and designated club sport program including, but not limited to rehabilitation of athletic injuries/illnesses, injury evaluation, management, and documentation, treatment/preparation for practices and competitions, on-site coverage, supervision of athletic training students, and assigned team travel.

Major Responsibilities:

• Clinical Plans, organizes and delivers treatment/rehabilitation programs specific to student athletes as medically prescribed by the Sports Medicine Physician or supervisor.

• Advises and treats student athletes to maintain physical fitness for participation in athletic competitions; records and maintains appropriate treatment/rehabilitation records for student-athletes.

• Evaluates athletes physical condition, response and progress and discuss with appropriate physician and supervisor; informs coaches of status of athletes condition.

• Maintains direct contact with the sports medicine doctors, coaching staff, strength & conditioning staff, University administrators, student athletes and parents. Interfaces with student athletes, staff, coaches, physicians, athletic trainers and auxiliary medical personnel for counseling purposes and information exchange.

• Provides athletic training coverage for designated sports programs, including practices, home and away contests. Provides AT Room coverage during designated seasons.

• Performs sport responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor. Provides medical emergency coverage to injured student athletes at practices and athletics events as needed.

• Administers first aid until appropriate medical assistance can be obtained. Arranges for injured athletes to be seen by the team physician or Student Health Center physician.

• Supervision of Students Supervises and educates athletic training students in a clinical setting. Stays informed of developments in field; reads pertinent literature.

• Attends meetings and educational classes; participates in professional associations as appropriate. Administrative Performs job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree (Masters degree preferred) in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine or related discipline with 2-3 years experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer in intercollegiate athletics.

• National Athletic Trainers Association BOC certification.

• State of Delaware Athletic Training licensure eligibility.

• CPR/AED and First Aid certification, instructor certification preferred.

• Experience as an approved clinical instructor (ACI) and with the clinical supervision of athletic training students enrolled in a CAATE accredited Athletic Training Education Program.