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Athletic Trainer

Full Time West Point, NY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1313

Summary

Provides care, prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and related problems in cadet-athletes. Assumes primary responsibility for assigned team - Men\'s Soccer.

Scope of Impact

Assumes responsibility for coordinating and delivering all athletic training services and oversees the overall health and well-being of cadet-athletes for assigned sport(s). Conducts thorough and accurate record keeping. Undertakes administrative taskings and special projects at the discretion of the Associate Athletic Director, Head Athletic Trainer. Performs duties consistent with the National Athletic Trainers\' Association, Board of Certification, and New York State Board of Education standards.

Level of Decision Making

Extremely High: The position will have discretionary decision-making in the day-to-day management of cadet-athletes and their healthcare. Must be able to think critically and make independent decisions regarding assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and return to play decisions in conjunction with team physicians. Failure to perform these responsibilities could result in severe injury, including death.

Success Factors

Success in this position will be evaluated by the Supervisor on the employee’s performance in a variety of areas, including but not limited to: Commitment to AWPAA Mission, Vision and Values; and supporting the AWPAA Strategic Plan and Priority Results.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

75% Health care services for assigned team(s)

• Coordinate and deliver athletic training services daily to assigned team(s).


• Provide care and manage injuries and illnesses, including prevention, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation strategies.


• Maintain proper records of injuries, treatment, rehabilitation, and exposure.


• Communicate effectively with the Associate Athletics Director, Head Athletic Trainer, Supervisor, coaches, parents, military personnel, and physicians in all matters of cadet health and safety.


• Design and supervise rehabilitation programs.


• Refer cadet-athletes to the appropriate physician according to accepted guidelines.


• Collaborate with sports performance staff (e.g., strength and nutrition) on matters of cadet-athlete wellness and return to play.

Education & Prevention

• Provide education and instruction to cadet-athletes on the prevention and care of musculoskeletal injuries.


• Supervise athletic training students and cadet managers/trainers for assigned team(s).


• Implements risk mitigation strategies in collaboration with the performance team.

Other Duties

• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Associate Athletics Director, Head Athletic Trainer.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Work Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the athletics schedule.


• Able to lift > 75 lbs. Ability to move self and athletic training supplies to athletic training rooms and storerooms.


• Consistently operate computer and productivity machinery such as calculator, copy machine, and medical modalities.


• This position frequently communicates with cadet-athletes, coaches, physicians, and staff regarding cadet health and wellness. Must be able to communicate and share information with all parties.


• Consistently works in outdoor weather conditions when providing direct support at outdoor practice and competition facilities.

Travel

Travel as necessary with the team(s) to away contests. Up to 20% of the time may be committed to travel and overnight stays.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in athletic training or related field.


• National Athletic Trainers\' Association Certification.


• Board of Certification License.


• New York State Athletic Trainers\' Certification/License or eligible.


• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.


• Able to operate Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years of athletic training experience with a Division I intercollegiate athletics program or related experience.


• Manual therapy skill sets .


• Competency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and medical records software.

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States of America, without sponsorship.


• Must be eligible to work on a military installation, including a willingness to submit to a background screen.


• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Pay Range

$60,000 - $65,000

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries that AWPAA believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted position. AWPAA expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would AWPAA consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.

About Us

USMA is renowned as the world’s preeminent leadership development institution. Located on the banks of the Hudson River in West Point, NY, it is approximately one hour from New York City. The mission of USMA is "to build, educate, train, and inspire the Corps of Cadets to be commissioned leaders of character committed to the Army Values and ready for a lifetime of service to the Army and Nation." This position will be housed within the AWPAA, which is a non-profit corporation organized to manage and support the 30 intercollegiate athletic programs at the Academy. The AWPAA mission is to recruit, educate, train and inspire leaders of character who are committed to the Army Values through an extraordinary NCAA Division I athletic experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

AWPAA is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by law.

Applicant qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by law.

Disclaimer Statement

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.