Athletic Trainer | William Peace University

Raleigh, North Carolina, The Athletic Trainer partners with the Head Athletic Trainer in managing and providing athletic training services with the goals of maintaining the optimal health, well-being, and performance of student athletes. This is a newly created position joining a team of three athletic trainers. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Reporting to the Head Athletic Trainer, the individual holding this position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties: Adhere to all professional, National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA), NCAA and William Peace University guidelines for appropriate and responsible behavior. Practice/oversee all domains and roles as an athletic trainer, delineated by the NATA. Independently provide immediate emergency medical attention and make decisions regarding the appropriate course of action to ensure the safety and well-being of athletes. Evaluate and provide treatment and rehabilitation services for student-athletes as referred by team physician. Use judgment and discretion to determine and apply appropriate medical care. Develop and implement rehabilitative programs to facilitate a safe and quick return to play status; may include post-operative care. Maintain accurate, complete, and precise documentation on all relevant athletes daily. Maintain confidentiality of information concerning student-athletes, following HIPPA and FERPA guidelines. Identify and correct common risk factors and conditions predisposing the athletes to increased risk of injury. Uphold and enforce the William Peace University Sports Medicine Policy and Procedure manual. Interact in an effective and appropriate manner with diverse populations in the University community and the public. Attend practices and home games for assigned teams and as scheduled including occasional travel to away games. Maintain effective and professional lines of communication with WPU administrative, athletic training, and coaching staff. Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in the consideration, selection, and maintenance of athletic training equipment and medical supplies including functioning within the existing inventory and budget. Facilitate pre-participation screening including concussion baseline testing for all sports. Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in coordinating and keeping updated all NCAA and USA South certifications of the coaching staff. Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in monitoring CPR certification for WPU coaching staff. Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in coordinating NCAA Compliance and USA South Athletic Conference Eligibility for Student Athletes. This includes rosters for all sports in fall, winter and spring and winter recertification. Educate individuals on issues concerning physical and mental health/well-being. Maintain active membership in appropriate professional organizations like NACWAA, NATA and others per USA South and NCAA. Maintain NATABOC certification and NC State Athletic Trainer Licensure through continuing education. Effectively work with a diverse population of students, employees, visitors, and guests. Perform other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES May be asked to supervise athletic training students doing a clinical rotation at William Peace University. Monitor work-study students as necessary. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed in order to perform the duties of the position, including the ability to retain on the job learned skills and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Knowledge of HIPAA rules and regulations Knowledge in injury evaluation methods and techniques Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and their clinical applications Design rehabilitation programs for a wide variety of athletic injuries Excellent communication and customer service skills Ability to work well with diverse populations of student athletes, coaches, and administrators Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education and experience NATABOC Certification or eligible to receive certification within 3 months of hire NC State Athletic Trainer Licensed or eligible to receive licensure within 3 months of hire CPR / AED  for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent Preferred Qualifications: One year of experience in Athletic Training at the College or University level NC State Athletic Trainer License NATABOC  Certification