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Posting Number: 20233706S

Position Title: Assistant Athletics Trainer

Position Type: Staff

Location: Villanova, PA

Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule: full-time/12-months

Avg Hours Week

Department: 733-Athletics - Training Room

Position Summary

The Assistant Athletics Trainer, under the license of our Team Physician, will assist the Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Medicine in all activities related to the delivery of health care to our varsity student-athletes in assigned sports which includes working cooperatively and in conjunction with the Strength & Conditioning Staff. Design, implement and supervise appropriate treatment and rehabilitation programs for student-athletes, by maximizing and individualizing integrated training programs to achieve desired outcomes.

All duties must be completed in compliance with University, Conference and NCAA regulations.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission . The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Duties And Responsibilities

• 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 daily electronic medical documentation for all student-athletes.
• Serve as a liaison between Sports Medicine staff and Strength & Conditioning staff regarding rehabilitation programs.
• Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine.
• Design and implement treatment and rehab programs for time-loss and surgical rehab cases.
• Assist with the daily operation and maintenance of the athletic training facility.
• Responsible for the coordination and supervision of the delivery of health care to assigned programs. Responsible for all phases of health care.
• Assist with the implementation of the Athletics Department Drug Testing Program.

Minimum Qualifications

Formal Education:

Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s Degree preferred) in sports medicine/athletic training or related field; current NATA certification; Pennsylvania Athletic Training Class A Certification required. Current CPR / AED Certification. CSCS Certification/ PES Certification preferred.

Specific Job Knowledge

Extensive clinical athletic training experience including: preventive, evaluative, and rehabilitative skills. Must have knowledge of health care insurance issues and drug testing protocols.

Minimum Work Experience

Two to three years progressive athletic training experience. Must have experience with post-surgical rehabilitation.

Work Skills

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.

Equipment Knowledge

Ability to utilize therapeutic modalities and rehabilitative equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in sports medicine/athletic training or related field preferred.

Working Conditions

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:

• Considerable time spent outside in various weather conditions
• Significant night and weekend hours
• Some travel required
• Must be physically fit to lift equipment, ability to lift student-athletes, heavy manipulation of athlete’s bodies for physical conditioning and physical therapy.

Special Message To Applicants

Posting Date: 06/27/2023

Closing Date (11:59pm ET):

Salary Posting Information

Commensurate with experience.

Salary Band: I

Job Classification: exempt

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