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Assistant Athletic Trainer - Athletic Training

Position Number: 000223
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range: $45,000 - $55,000
Position Type: Non-Faculty
Job Category: Non-Faculty Staff Professional

Organizational Unit Overview:
The Medical Services unit of the Department of Athletics oversees and coordinates the health and well-being of all of the student-athletes at East Carolina University.

Job Duties:
Reporting to the Senior Associate Director of Athletics for Student Services, the Assistant Athletic Trainer will:

• Assist the Head Athletic Trainer, team physician, and associated medical practitioners in prevention, immediate care, and rehabilitation of injuries sustained by East Carolina University student-athletes
• Carry out policies and procedures of the athletic training facilities and ECUDepartment of Athletics
• Direct and provide athletic training coverage and supervision of intercollegiate athletic teams during practices, games, and strength and conditioning sessions as assigned
• Coordinate physical exams and pre-participation paperwork for student-athletes through the team physician or designee
• Perform selected portions of the physical exam under the direction and supervision of the team physician
• Apply specific and appropriate taping, bracing, and other protective/supportive devices in order to prevent injury or re-injury
• Monitor environmental conditions of playing and practice areas in order to make recommendations regarding the safety of the student-athlete, following accepted and recommended guidelines
• Refer the student-athlete to medical personnel (i.e. physicians, physical therapists, nutritionists, and other allied health professionals) in order to ensure appropriate medical evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation by implementing standard verbal and/or written orders
• Maintain appropriate medical records
• Be familiar with emergency action plans for each athletic venue
• Familiarize student-athletes with the ECU Athletic Department's Drug Testing and Counseling program
• Provide education and counseling in health related matters to the student-athletes and coaches
• Direct the student-athletes and coaches to professionals in order that the student-athlete may receive consultation for social and/or personal programs on specific topics, and by personal consultation
• Assist in CPR/First Aid/AED instruction to coaches, athletic department staff, and athletic training students and staff
• Provide clinical supervision of athletic training students
• Perform other clinical duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer
• Adhere to regulations of the North Carolina Athletic Trainer Practice Act
• Perform administrative duties as assigned by Senior Associate Director of Athletics for Student Services
• Build quality relationships and work collaboratively and professionally with Pirate Club, athletics, and University staff, students, business vendors and all donors and stakeholders.
• Abide by all written policies and procedures of ECU, the Department of Athletics, The Educational Foundation (Pirate Club), the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and all applicable conferences or associations.

Minimum Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field is required from an appropriately accredited institution.

Certified Athletic Trainer as designated by the Board of Certification

Licensed Athletic Trainer by the North Carolina Board of Athletic Training Examiners or eligible

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation:
None

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:
Master's Degree from an appropriately accredited institution in Athletic Training or related field preferred.

Minimum two years post-undergraduate athletic training experience preferred.

Previous athletic training experience with volleyball preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicant:
Candidates must also submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae/resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Official transcript required within 30 days of employment.

Additional Instructions to Applicant:
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Initial Screening Begins: 12/24/2024

To apply, visit https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/82902

East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

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