"Assistant Athletic Trainer"

Job Details

Founded in 1917, Providence College (PC) is a premier Catholic liberal arts institution steadfastly committed to academic excellence through a dynamic core curriculum, a distinctive Development of Western Civilization Program, and abundant experiential learning opportunities. The only U.S. higher education institution administered by the Dominican Friars, PC is committed to providing a variety of opportunities for intellectual, social, moral, and spiritual growth in a supportive environment. Providence College believes that cultural and intellectual pluralism is essential to the excellence of its academic programs, and strives to foster an academic culture and campus community reflecting the global environment in which we live and work.

The approximately 105-acre campus is situated in Rhode Island’s capital city and is close to the many cultural and educational offerings of Rhode Island’s “renaissance city.” Additionally, Providence is located an hour from Boston and just a few hours from New York City.

For years, Providence College has been recognized in the U.S. News & World Report “Regional Universities – North Category” and has been commended by several other ranking publications.

Conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars, Providence College is a Catholic, Dominican, liberal arts institution of higher education and a community committed to academic excellence in pursuit of the truth, growth in virtue, and service of God and neighbor. We seek candidates who can affirm and contribute to our mission.

Providence College is also an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a Beloved Community — an environment that reflects the rich diversity of the human family and is marked by justice, charity and the promotion of the common good and flourishing of all. We invite applications from qualified individuals who possess the experience, knowledge and commitment to develop the diverse learning environment envisioned as part of the Beloved Community. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The College’s Non-Discrimination policy can be found here (Download PDF reader).

Overview

Oversee all medical aspects of the health, welfare and safety of student-athletes for the specific sports assigned. Responsible for compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Establish all medical preparations and coverage at practices and contests for the men’s soccer and women's swimming & diving including the prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation and return to play decisions of injuries and/or illnesses. Implement measures to prevent injuries and prepare athletes for practice and competition, including taping, bracing, therapeutic exercise, and wearable technology. (65%)
2. Assist and monitor physical rehabilitation of athletic related injuries. Apply therapeutic modalities, therapeutic exercise, manual therapy and education to student-athletes while considering the physical and psychological aspects of their injuries. (20%)
3. Organize proper medical coverage for all summer sport camps. Design minimum standards of medical coverage for each sport camp including the basic number of staff needed, staff pay rates and insurance protection needs. Hire and schedule medical coverage with Certified Athletic Trainers for all summer sports camps. Advise coaches on all medical aspects required to operate a camp. (15%)

MARGINAL DUTIES:

1. Perform all other duties as may be required.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree from accredited NATA institution required
• Four years or more athletic training experience at the Division I Intercollegiate level preferred
• National Athletic Trainers Association Certified Athletic Trainer
• Rhode Island Athletic Trainers License or eligible for
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certified
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time
• Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction
• Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard
• Communication skills using the spoken word
• Ability to see within normal parameters
• Ability to hear within normal range
• Ability to move about

DISCLAIMER:

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.