Athletic Trainer
Athletic Trainer
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$ 46400 - 67300
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Athletic Trainer provides athletic training services to physically active individuals within the University in accordance with Pennsylvania Practice Act established by the state board of medicine within the department of the state with the goal of optimizing performance athletic ability. Provide emergency care develop injury prevention programs for student athletes assess treat and rehabilitate the physically active person whose conditions are within the professional preparation and education of a certified athletic trainer with the direction of a licensed physician.
- In collaboration with team physicians prevent diagnosis and treat emergency acute and chronic medical conditions involving impairment functional limitations and disabilities as defined by the NATA
- Determine the treatment/rehabilitation needed for athletic injuries/illness and the athletes readiness to participate including preparticipation and postinjury/illness return
- Supervise the organization implementation and review of a comprehensive injury prevention and performance enhancement programs for intercollegiate athletic teams and club sports
- Provide athletic training services for athletic events including games practices and strength and conditioning sessions
- Research current methods of treatment and oversee adherence for required certifications and staff continuing education
- Serve as an educational resource for matters related to Sports Medicine and Athletic Training for personnel internal to and affiliated with the University
- Perform all aspects of health care administration including maintaining medical records scheduling health care appointments and ensure open lines of collaboration and communication with health care professionals and athletic staff
- Recognize and monitor mental health nutrition and other health issues student athletes may be experiencing and refer to appropriate professional for intervention if appropriate
- Assist in the education and supervision of Graduate Student Athletic Trainers
- Oversee and coordinate student athlete entrance and exit physicals
- Contribute to the development of an environment for studentathletes that is healthy safe equitable and inclusive
- May supervise staff members including hiring development and performance management
Requirements:
Masters degree and 3 years of relevant experience.
Successful completion of a Clearance Package (PA State Police Criminal History PA Child Abuse History FBI Fingerprints through DHS)
This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid drivers license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity equity inclusion and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is:
$46400.00 $67300.00Salary Structure additional information on Penn States job and salary structure.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact.
Employment Type
Full-Time
