Athletic Trainer Assistant - Higher Ed. jobs in Greenville, SC

Overview

The Medical Services unit of the Department of Athletics oversees and coordinates the health and well-being of all of the student-athletes at East Carolina University.

Job Duties Reporting to the Assistant Athletics Director for Medical Services, the Assistant Athletic Trainer will be working with Track & Field and Cross Country, performing the following duties :

1. Assist the Assistant Athletics Director for Medical Services, team physician, and associated medical practitioners in prevention, immediate care, and rehabilitation of injuries sustained by East Carolina University student-athletes

2. Carry out policies and procedures of the athletic training facilities and ECU Department of Athletics

3. Direct and provide athletic training coverage and supervision of intercollegiate athletic teams during practices, games, and strength and conditioning sessions as assigned

4. Coordinate physical exams and pre-participation paperwork for student-athletes through the team physician or designee

5. Perform selected portions of the physical exam under the direction and supervision of the team physician

6. Apply specific and appropriate taping, bracing, and other protective / supportive devices in order to prevent injury or re-injury

7. Monitor environmental conditions of playing and practice areas in order to make recommendations regarding the safety of the student-athlete, following accepted and recommended guidelines

8. Refer the student-athlete to medical personnel (i.e. physicians, physical therapists, nutritionists, and other allied health professionals) in order to ensure appropriate medical evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation by implementing standard verbal and / or written orders

9. Maintain appropriate medical records

10. Be familiar with emergency action plans for each athletic venue

11. Familiarize student-athletes with the ECU Athletic Department’s Drug Testing and Counseling program

12. Provide education and counseling in health related matters to the student-athletes and coaches

13. Direct the student-athletes and coaches to professionals in order that the student-athlete may receive consultation for social and / or personal programs on specific topics, and by personal consultation

14. Assist in CPR / First Aid / AED instruction to coaches, athletic department staff, and athletic training students and staff

15. Provide clinical supervision of athletic training students / student-aid workers

16. Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor

17. Adhere to regulations of the North Carolina Athletic Trainer Practice Act

18. Perform administrative duties as assigned by the Assistant Athletics Director for Medical Services

19. Build quality relationships and work collaboratively and professionally with Pirate Club, athletics, and University staff, students, business vendors and all donors and stakeholders.

20. Abide by all written policies and procedures of ECU, the Department of Athletics, The Educational Foundation (Pirate Club), the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and all applicable conferences or associations.

21. Nights, weekends, holidays, extended hours, and travel are required in the performance of duties. Minimum Education / Experience Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or related field is required from an appropriately accredited institution.

Certified Athletic Trainer as designated by the Board of Certification

Licensed Athletic Trainer by the North Carolina Board of Athletic Training Examiners or eligible

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation None Preferred Experience, Skills, Training / Education Master’s Degree from an accredited institution in Athletic Training or related field preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicant Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Candidates must also submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae / resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

Original transcript required within 30 days of employment.

East Carolina University seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration.

In order to promote the university’s diversity goal, the Athletics Department encourages applicants from women, minorities, and historically underrepresented groups.

Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education / experience, if applicable.

Job Open Date 04 / 29 / Open Until Filled Yes Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11 : 59 p.m. EST on this date.

If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. Initial Screening Begins 05 / 14 / Rank Level

Last updated : 2024-04-29