Location: North Adams, MA Category: Administrative Posted On: Fri Jun 23 2023 Job Description:
MCLA is accepting applications for an Assistant Athletic Trainer opening to provide quality care for student-athletes, including sport preventive measures, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation.
Detailed Statement of Duties:
Assistant Athletic Trainer
Assist in daily operations of the sports medicine room
Care for and provide treatment, assessment, rehabilitation, prevention and referral for student-athlete injuries.
Work with the team Physician and other Health Services, with the goal of providing continuity of care for students-athletes.
Maintain and input medical files and notes for student-athletes through SportsWare (EMR).
Maintain communication with student-athletes, coaches, and medical staff regarding the care and prevention of athletic injuries
Provide athletic training coverage for practices and competitions as appointed by the Director of Athletics and in consultation from the Head Athletic Trainer. Practice and game coverage will include some nights, weekends, and holidays.
Responsible for assigned travel competition as appointed by the Director of Athletics and in consultation from the Head Athletic Trainer
Work in conjunction with Sport Performance on student-athlete modifications for participation in weight room activities and return to activity exercises.
Assist with preseason clearances and concussion testing for student- athletes.
Primary team responsibilities are but not limited to: Men Soccer, Women's Basketball, Women's Ice Hockey, Men's Lacrosse, and Softball.
Administrative Responsibilities
Support mission and vision of athletic department
Complete all department, College and conference trainings
Attend mandatory department staff meetings and department events
Attend/participate in mandatory conference calls/meetings/voting, etc.
Complete reports, special projects, and other duties at the request of the Director of Athletics
Conform to the highest standards of professional conduct regarding compliance with department, institutional and conference policies and procedures and adhere to the rules and regulations of athletic governance organizations of which the institution is a member
Contribute to the maintenance of good working relationships with all staff, student-athletes, and external constituents through (a) a positive and constructive approach to all tasks, (b) respect for the competencies of others, and (c) appropriate conflict resolution behavior
Any staff member who is found in violation of NCAA regulations shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective action set forth in the provisions of the NCAA enforcement procedure and in accordance with the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, and a staff member may be suspended without pay or terminated if the coach is found to be involved in deliberate and serious violations of NCAA regulations.
Job Requirements:
Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred.
National Athletic Trainers Association (N.A.T.A.) Certifications
Massachusetts State License (Board of Registration of Allied Health Professions) or Eligible
One to three years of Collegiate Athletic Training or related experience
Thorough knowledge of Athletic Training Program principles and practices
Certification as a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) or National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
An awareness of higher education principles, practices and procedures
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to express self in written and oral communication
Ability to work effectively with professional, non-professional, and student personnel
Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated attention to detail
Ability to demonstrate appropriate level of initiative
Additional Information:
This is a full-time (10-month Aug-May), benefits-eligible, position in the APA bargaining unit. Salary is $48,000 to $52,000.
The Athletic Department will pay for state licensure, NATA Dues, and assist in covering CEUs.
For questions regarding your application or specifics of this position, please contact hr@mcla.edu.
It is the policy of Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts that all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19 before they begin employment. Proof of the COVID-19 vaccine, including booster, is required of all individuals hired by MCLA, to be verified after an offer of employment has been made, and as part of the background check process. Prospective employees may submit a request for exemption based on a religious and/or medical basis, to Human Resources.
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Should you need to request a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please email Barbara Chaput , Chief Human Resources Officer.
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is deeply committed to fostering a community of excellence, equity, diversity, and inclusion. We provide equal access to educational, co-curricular and employment opportunities for all applicants, students, and employees regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital or parental status, veteran status, or membership in any other legally protected class. Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any educational program or activity that they operate, which extends to admission and employment.
Inquiries about Title IX, Equal Opportunity, or ADA/504 and other non-discrimination policies may be directed to MCLA's Title IX Coordinator and Equal Opportunity Officer, to the Assistant Secretary of the Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, or both.
Patrick Connelly
Title IX Coordinator and Equal Opportunity Officer
375 Church Street, North Adams, MA 01247
Phone: (413) 662-5127
patrick.connelly@mcla.edu
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