Senior Athletic Trainer
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Position Details
Position Information
Posting date
05/13/2024
Closing date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Number
1012051
Position Title
Senior Athletic Trainer
Department this Position Reports to
Sports Medicine
Hiring Range Minimum
$59,600
Hiring Range Maximum
$74,500
Union Type
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status
Exempt
Employment Category
Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year
12
Scheduled Hours per Week
40
Schedule
Location of Position
Hanover, NH 03755
Davis Varsity House
Davis Varsity House
Remote Work Eligibility?
Onsite only
Is this a term position?
No
If yes, length of term in months.
Is this a grant funded position?
No
Position Purpose
To provide primary athletic health care to the men and women student-athletes of Dartmouth College, in conjunction with team physicians, and health care providers at the College Health Service. Additionally, Senior Athletic Trainers will assume one or more “critical” administrative responsibilities within the department, as well as provide mentoring for new staff members.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Masters or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Master’s Degree in Athletic Training, or related field.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a college or university athletic training setting.
- Skilled at the systematic evaluation of athletic injuries.
- Knowledge and skill in the use and application of various electrical modalities, including ultrasound, electrical muscle stimulation, iontophoresis, intermittent compression devices.
- Knowledge and skill in the application of various taping & wrapping techniques.
- Skilled at developing rehabilitation programs for a range of common athletic injuries.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with colleagues, coaches, athletes and administrators.
- Experience in working with a wide range of both men’s and women’s athletic teams.
- Demonstrated ability, and willingness to work independently, and adapt to changing schedules.
- Experience in supervising / mentoring Athletic Trainers.
- Experienced at effectively treating both traumatic and overuse type injuries.
- Certification by the NATABOC .
- Eligible for State of New Hampshire License.
- Current certification in CPR and First Aid.
Preferred Qualifications
- Additional, related certifications, such as FMS , Active Release Techniques, Muscle Energy, Graston Technique, CSCS are highly valued and encouraged.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Ben Schuler
Department Contact Phone Number
603-646-1284
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Ben Schuler, Director of Sports Medicine
Department Contact's Phone Number
646-1284
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Key Accountabilities
| Description | Provides comprehensive athletic training care to various student athletes using an evidence-based approach. Responsible for the daily evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of sport related injuries, as well as preventative and preparticipation preparation. Travels with assigned teams to away contests.
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| Percentage Of Time | 40% |
| Description | Screens pre-season health histories in order to identify potential problems and refers qualifying conditions or injuries to the appropriate medical care provider for follow-up. Works collaboratively with other athletic trainers, physicians, physical therapists and others to provide high quality healthcare tailored to the needs of each student athlete including; development and implementation for rehabilitation programs, making appropriate and timely referrals and return to play decisions.
Serves as a liaison between athletes, coaches, head athletic trainer, and team physicians. Communicates injury status, rehabilitation progress, and appropriate activity levels of injured athletes to appropriate individuals.
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| Percentage Of Time | 30% |
| Description | Provides supervision and direct oversight for 2-3 staff athletic trainers. (Specific staff to be assigned on an annual basis). Responsibilities will include regular check-in meeting, as well as conducting an annual performance evaluation. Mentor Athletic Trainers to ensure that they are introduced to our Sports Medicine policies & procedures, and to help develop an understanding of how the Sports Medicine Department interacts with various departments on campus. Oversee the day-to-day operations in each of our Sports Medicine Facilities. Ensure that policies & procedures are followed, and cleanliness is maintained.
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| Percentage Of Time | 20% |
| Description | Assume one or more critical administrative responsibilities within the department. Participate as a member of the Sports medicine leadership team. Formulate and implement policies and procedures. Serve on Athletic Department or Health Service committees as is necessary.
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| Percentage Of Time | 10% |
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| -- | Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others. |
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| -- | Performs other duties as assigned. |
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Documents Needed to Apply
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- Cover Letter
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