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Posting Number:
20240556T

Position Title:
Temporary Assistant Athletics Trainer Certified (ATC) - Football

Position Type:
Temp/Intern

Location:
Villanova, PA

Work Schedule:
temporary

Approximate Number of Hours per Week

Department:
733-Athletics - Training Room

Position Summary:
Under the license of the Team Physician, the Temporary Assistant Athletics Trainer will provide essential support to the Director of Sports Medicine and the Head Football Athletic Trainer for approximately a three-month period (August through October). This position primarily focuses on delivering healthcare services to varsity student-athletes, with a primary emphasis on the football program. The Temporary Assistant Athletics Trainer will collaborate closely with the Strength & Conditioning Staff and other relevant stakeholders.

All duties must be completed in compliance with University, Conference and NCAA regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Direct Care and Rehabilitation: Design, implement, and monitor treatment and rehabilitation programs for student-athletes dealing with time-loss injuries. Maintain electronic medical documentation for all student-athletes on a daily basis.

Coordination and Liaison: Assist in coordinating and overseeing the provision of healthcare services to student-athletes, primarily within the football program. Serve as a liaison between the Sports Medicine staff and the Strength & Conditioning staff regarding rehabilitation programs. Manage external accounts, including pharmacy and physical therapy, and liaise with medical practices associated with student-athlete care.

Administrative and Support: Assist in the daily operations and upkeep of the athletic training facility. Undertake additional duties and special projects as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine and/or the Head Football Athletic Trainer.

Minimum Qualifications:
Formal Education

• Bachelor's Degree in sports medicine/athletic training or a related field.
• Current BOC certification.
• Pennsylvania Athletic Training Class A Certification required by the start date.
• Current CPR / AED Certification for the Professional Rescuer.

Work Experience

• 3-5 years of progressive athletic training experience, including preventive, evaluative, and rehabilitative skills.

Work Skills (e.g., written and verbal communication skills)

• Excellent verbal and written skill
• Ability to interact with a diverse department, coaching staffs, and university constituencies.
• Proven ability to work independently, prioritize, and complete tasks in a timely manner

Specific Job Knowledge (e.g., knowledge of principles and procedures related to field and area)

• Proficiency in health care insurance issues and drug testing protocols.
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, and Applicable Systems in order to track injury and treatment records of the student-athletes.

Equipment Knowledge

• Familiarity with therapeutic modalities and rehabilitative equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:
Formal Education

• Master's Degree in sports medicine/athletic training or related field preferred.

Work Experience

• Experience in a collegiate Division I, II, or III program.
• Experience in post-surgical rehabilitation.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:

• Some weekend travel is expected.
• Hours also include nights and weekends to support games, practices, and treatments.
• Must be physically fit to lift equipment, ability to lift student-athletes, heavy manipulation of athlete's bodies for physical conditioning and physical therapy.

Special Message to Applicants:

EEO Statement
Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University's mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.

Posting Date:
04/12/2024

Closing Date (11:59pm ET):

Salary Posting Information:
Commensurate with experience.

Job Classification:
exempt