Assistant Director for Sports Medicine
Assistant Director for Sports Medicine
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Lehigh University is seeking a highly motivated and skilled professional to join our dynamic team as an Assistant Director of Sports Medicine. This fulltime position within the Athletics Staff department offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the overall wellbeing of our studentathletes.
As the Assistant Director of Sports Medicine you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our studentathletes receive exceptional healthcare services. Key responsibilities include:
Minimize risk of injury/illness of studentathletes impacted by or involved in a specific activity through awareness education and intervention.
Interpret preparticipation and other relevant screening information in accordance with accepted and applicable guidelines to minimize the risk of injury and illness.
Administer baseline orthopedic podiatric and concussion screening for new studentathletes.
Contribute to annual program goals objectives strategic plan and metrics for the Sports Medicine program.
Contribute to position searches interviews and recommendations regarding the hiring of staff.
Implement prevention programs based upon injury trends associated with primary and secondary sport program assignments.
Attend clinical symposia presentations and inservices necessary to fulfill continuing education requirements for professional certification and state licensure.
Develop foster and maintain effective relationships with studentathletes coaches parents administrators team physicians consultants department staff and university staff.
To be considered for this role you must possess the following qualifications:
Masters Degree in Sports Medicine a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
One to three years of related work experience
Current certification from the National Athletic Trainers Association preferred
Experience as a Certified/Licensed Athletic Director in the collegiate setting preferred
CPR/First Aid Certification preferred
Ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders including students faculty staff and medical professionals
Lehigh University is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and a vibrant campus community. As an employer we offer a competitive compensation package including comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth and development. Our inclusive and supportive work environment fosters collaboration innovation and personal University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and we seek qualified candidates to contribute to the universitys mission.
If you are passionate about promoting the wellbeing of studentathletes and strive for excellence in your field we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Lehigh University. Join our team and contribute to the success of our studentathletes while advancing your career in a dynamic and supportive with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact LehighsAccommodations Specialist.
Variable shifts/schedule
Ability to work evening holiday or weekend hours during peak periods
This position works with minors
The duties of the position do not allow for a remote work option; the employee in this position will be required to work on campus where they can be fully accessible to the Lehigh community
Please note the expected start date for this position is on or after July 1st 2025
Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification education verification national criminal background checks motor vehicle checks PATCH FBI fingerprinting Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.
Only complete applications will be considered therefore please complete the application in its entirety. Once the posting is removed from the website applications may no longer be allowed to be completed.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
