Head Athletic Trainer - Higher Ed. jobs in Delaware

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in athletic training and/or a valid state license or certification.
• Minimum of three years of successful athletic training preferred.
• Strong understanding of the challenges athletes face, proper nutrition, sports injuries, and treatment options.
• Understanding of first-aid treatments, massage, and physical therapy techniques and equipment.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and attentive.
• Excellent interpersonal, problem solving, decision making, and communication skills.
• Must be able to stand and work continuously for a minimum of 4 hours per workday.
• Minimum lifting requirements- 50 pounds (with assistance).
• Must be able to use arms and hands without restrictions to accommodate the physical, mobility, and ambulatory needs of students.

Athletic Trainer Responsibilities:

• Working with coaches, athletes, families, school nurses, and other medical professionals to evaluate the player's condition or injury.
• Creating exercise and nutrition plans.
• Speaking to coaches, family members, and athletes to set health and fitness goals.
• Designing training and rehabilitation programs for athletes.
• Using knowledge of sports-related injuries to diagnose and treat athletes.
• Referring athletes to another doctor or other medical staff members.
• Assisting and monitoring injured players as they heal and progress towards recovery.
• Maintaining records relating to athlete condition and training, diet, and treatment plans.
• Handling clerical tasks, such as maintaining emergency contact information for athletes, maintaining inventory, assisting with budgets, or restocking supplies.
• Treat and manage athletic injuries before, during and after athletic activities
• Attend home DMA athletic contests and away DMA football events.  The Athletic Director may request coverage at other specified away events.
• Set up equipment for practice and games    
• Teach students about what the job of an athletic trainer looks like including skills like basic first aid and CPR
• Other duties as assigned by the Commandant, Athletic Director or Designee