Athletic Trainer

BASIC FUNCTION:

To serve as Head Athletic Trainer to the athletic program working with varsity athletes in the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries.
 

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides services to athletes who are participating on VTSU-Lyndon varsity athletic teams.
• Identify, assess and care for athletic injuries, including referral to physicians and outside medical facilities as appropriate.
• Manage and rehabilitate injuries under a physician’s direction as appropriate.
• Coordinate an ongoing injury prevention program through conditioning, safety checks, and formal and informal instruction of athletes in injury prevention.
• Coordinate proper physical screening examinations for all VTSU-Lyndon athletes.
• Consult with coaches when appropriate.
• Maintain appropriate clinical records and prepare reports as required.
• Administer a college-wide program for the prevention and care of athletic injuries.
• Keep up-to-date on current developments in athletic training methods, technology, and trends in athletic education.
• Supervision of Associate Athlete Trainer.
   

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

General supervision is received from the Athletic Director.
 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor of Science in athletic training, sports medicine, physical education, or related/appropriate discipline with masters preferred; plus two years of relevant higher education athletics experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.

• National Athletic Trainers Association Certification (NATABOC) for at least two years.
• Strong academic orientation and a sincere interest in the professional preparation of student athletic trainers enrolled in an athletic training education program.
• Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist eligible.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Knowledge:

• Ability to deal effectively with students, college personnel, and others outside of the university.
• Understanding of the educational goals and objectives of Vermont State University including attention to accessibility and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Understanding of the psychological and cultural characteristics of economically and educationally disadvantaged students, particularly in a rural setting.
• Awareness of developmental, holistic, and proactive approaches to student success.

Skills:

• Strong and varied technical skills and interest in recreational activities.
• Broad base of knowledge and skills related to athletic facilities, management, coaching, recruiting and other relevant experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with (or ability to learn) technologies such as SSE, Colleague, Self-Service, Slate, Microsoft products, and Perceptive Content.
• Proven record of accountability and follow-through with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Must be a certified Athletic Trainer.

Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to positively influence student skill development, such as communication skills, leadership skills, academic skills, technical skills, non-cognitive or ‘soft’ skills, and social skills.
• Demonstrated ability to foster student development in the attainment of student success goals, such as academic purpose, sense of belonging/identity, agency, career readiness, civic readiness, access & equity.
• Demonstrated positive attitude regarding Vermont State University and a desire to improve student outcomes, including attention to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Demonstrated ability to support a diverse community and promote diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals within the University and capacity to work as part of a team to collaborate and choose student success.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with college personnel as well as external stakeholders in carrying out the various coordination, liaison, and other aspects of the job.
• Ability to work weekends and evenings.

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