Position Summary
Villanova University Athletics has immediate opening for an Athletic Trainer Certified ATC . Under the license of our Team Physician assist the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine in all activities related to the delivery of healthcare to our varsity studentathletes (sports assigned by Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine) which includes working cooperatively and in conjunction with the Strength & Conditioning Staff. Design implement and supervise appropriate treatment and rehabilitation programs for studentathletes by maximizing and individualizing integrated training programs to achieve desired outcomes. Perform all duties in compliance with all rules regulations and bylaws of the NCAA associated Conferences and University relating to the conduct and administration of the program.
Duties And Responsibilities
Responsible for the coordination and supervision of the delivery of health care to assigned programs. Responsible for all phases of health care. Design and implement treatment and rehab programs for timeloss and surgical rehab cases. Assist with the implementation of the Athletics Department Drug Testing Program. Serve as a liaison between Sports Medicine staff and Strength & Conditioning staff regarding rehabilitation programs. Assist in the management of external accounts including pharmacy and Physical therapy. Serving as liaison with the Health Center and outside medical practices associated with the care of varsity student athletes. Responsible for the daily electronic medical documentation for all studentathletes. Assist with the daily operation and maintenance of the athletic training facility. Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in sports medicine/athletic training or related field; current NATABOC certification; Pennsylvania Athletic Training Class A Certification required by start date. Current CPR / AED Certification. At least 1 year athletic training experience including preventive evaluative and rehabilitative skills. Must have knowledge of health care insurance issues and drug testing protocols. Must have extensive experience with postsurgical rehabilitation. Experienced with therapeutic modalities and rehabilitative equipment. Ability to keep good records including S.O.A.P. notes daily rehab updates and injury reports and proficiency with personal computer applications necessary. Excellent communication skills. Ability to demonstrate and instruct during rehab and functional training protocols.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with field hockey volleyball tennis swimming and/or rowing at collegiate level a plus.
Work Schedule
temporary
Required Experience:
Intern