Description

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The University of Mary Washington, an NCAA Division III institution located in Fredericksburg, VA, seeks applicants for Assistant Athletic Trainer position. The University is part of the state system of Virginia and enrolls approximately 5,000 total students. Fredericksburg is a vibrant and historic city located just off Interstate 95 halfway between Washington, DC and Richmond, VA. This is a full-time, eleven-month position reporting to the Head Athletic Trainer. The assistant athletic trainer will be responsible for the prevention, evaluation, treatment, referral, and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses sustained by student-athletes. Specific duties include, but not limited to, assisting the daily health care of student athletes; recording and maintaining appropriate medical records, appropriately communicating with administrators, coaches, support staff, team physicians, and other medical personnel; and other duties as assigned. 

Required KSAs/Competencies/Qualifications

Basic computer skills
Ability to provide acute and emergency care
Ability to create therapeutic interventions
Ability to perform needed administrative tasks in electronic medical records system
Ability to provide patient centered care
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, coaches, and student-athletes
Ability to work as part of a team centered environment
 

Required Experience:

1-3 years in an athletic training setting
 Required Licensure:

BOC Certification and CPR/AED/First Aid for the health care professional
Must be eligible for state license through the VA Board of Medicine
Additional Considerations:

KSAs

CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist)
CPR/AED Instructor
Working knowledge of Division III Athletics

EDUCATION

Bachelors degree in Athletic Training from a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accredited program

Masters degree in associated field

Experience

3-6 years of experience in a college or secondary school setting
 

Requirements

Bachelors or Masters Degree in Athletic Training

Certified Athletic Trainer

Licensed Athletic Trainer in the Commonwealth of Virginia (or eligible)

CPR/AED Certification