Assistant Athletic Trainer

We are seeking a motivated compassionate and forward-thinking Assistant Athletic Trainer to support the LIU Brooklyn Womens Basketball team and contribute to the health wellness and performance of our student-athletes.

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibilities:

The selected individual will assist the Head Athletic Trainer with all Athletic Training offi ce operations including emergency care First Aid prevention and management of injuries.

Principal Responsibilities:

The position of the Assistant Athletic Trainer is to function under the supervision of a physician regarding athletic injuries and well being. This includes injury prevention assessment treatment fi rst aid emergency care and sports rehabilitation to the standard of care set by the Board of Certifi addition Athletic Trainer serves as a means of communication between athletes coaching staff parents doctors and appropriate administration. The Athletic Trainer will perform initial on-fi eld assessments of acute injuries and illness that occur before during or after practices and games including necessary fi rst aid in assistance with the appropriate additional medical staff such as EMS. The Athletic Trainer monitors these injuries and illnesses and coordinates training follow-up and evaluations programs.

Other Responsibilities:

• -Education counseling and guidance of athletes in matters pertaining to health
• -Recognizing and reporting possible facility hazards to the Athletic Director and Health Coordinator
• -Supervision implementation and recording protocol for rehabilitation athletes as set by the Head Athletic Trainer
• -Coverage of home and away practices and competitions as assigned
• -Work with coaches in the development and implementation of effective training and conditioning programs
• -Application of prevention taping braces supports and other types of protective equipment to athletes
• -Selection of application of therapeutic modalities for rehabilitation and reconditioning athletes
• -Management and supervision of daily activates in the athletic training room
• -Record keeping including accident reports daily treatment charts daily logs medical history forms and insurance forms
• -Maintenance of athletic training room equipment and other duties directed by the Head Athletic Trainer
• -Act as clinical supervisor for students working toward BOC Certification

Qualifications :

Education Requirements:

• -Bachelors or Masters Degree from a CAATE accredited --Athletic Training Program required
• -Current BOC Certification required
• -Must be licensed as a Certified Athletic Trainer in New York State
• -CPR/AED for professional rescuer required

Training Skills Knowledge Experience:

• -Must be clinical preceptor trained by clinical education coordinator for Athletic Training Certification. Entails the ability to Atrack software learning monitor to test skills in accordance to the educational level in academic program track process report feedback document hours
• -Minimum two years experience as an athletic trainer preferred not required
• -Certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board Certifications and valid New York State Certification is required.
• -Must have a knowledge of and commitment to conduct all activities in compliance with NCAA LIU NATA and the NEC rules and regulations
• -Good Communication and organizational skills
• -Efficient with Microsoft Office and Online Medical Database
• -Ability to work in a team-oriented facility

Working Conditions:

• -Ability to meet physical demands of the position
• -External and internal sports facilities
• -Extensive traveling
• -Considerable reaching stooping bending kneeling crouching running and 20 lbs
• -Mobility and Manual dexterity
• -Contact with staff athletics and outside vendor

Additional Information :

What We Offer!

• Competitive compensation package 
• 401(k) plan with company matching options 
• Generous Paid Time Off 
• A rich benefits package including medical dental life and long-term disability insurance 
• New Yorks 529 College Savings Program 
• Employee Referral Bonus Program 
• Employee Perks: discounted rates for entertainment travel fitness insurance plans etc. through our partnership with Plum Benefits 
• FSA Plans- pretax savings plans to pay for unreimbursed medical and dental expenses travel to & from work 
• Company Events- Annual Family Field Day Leadership Retreats and Holiday Awards Celebration 
• And much more! 

The anticipated salary range for this position is $60000-$65000. Salary range is based on various factors including relevant experience knowledge skills other job-related qualifications and geography.  Medical dental vision 401(k) paid time off and other benefits are also available subject to the terms of the Companys plan.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time