On-Call Athletic Trainer

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Under the supervision of the Head Athletic Trainer and Team Physician, the Assistant Athletic Trainer provides direct medical care for injuries and illnesses to student-athletes in our 11 varsity sports and offers five hours of weekly clinical support to Club Sport athletes through scheduled appointments. This is a temporary, not-benefitted on-call position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prevent, evaluate and treat athletic injuries or illnesses including but not limited to concussion management and return to play decision-making.

• Provide game and practice coverage including days, nights, weekend, holiday, and limited travel coverage.

• Manage medical clearance for varsity student-athletes in conjunction with Head Athletic Trainer and College Health Services.

• Maintain appropriate record keeping and documentation through the use of EMR.

• Collaborate with physicians and other allied health professionals to deliver appropriate care and referrals to student-athletes.

• Provide education regarding musculoskeletal injuries and general illnesses; minimize risk of injury through awareness, education and prevention strategies.

• Assist with the daily operations and maintenance of the athletic training room, including but not limited to inventory.

• Assist Head Athletic Trainer with administrative duties as assigned.

• Adhere to the MA state Rules and Regulations Governing the practice of Athletic Training (259 CMR 4.00: Athletic Trainers), NATA Code of Ethics, and BOC Standards of Professional Practice.

• Assist in overseeing student workers, including hiring in collaboration with the Head and Assistant Athletic Trainer.

• Provide support to Club Sport athletes through offering five clinical hours per week for injury consultation appointments.

• Participate in all department and college committees as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (CAATE accredited program)

• CPR/AED certification

• Valid driver’s license

• In good standings with the BOC (exam eligible or ATC)

• Eligible for MA state licensure

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Masters Degree (CAATE accredited program)

• CPR/AED instructor certification

Background Checks:

Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow all of its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them to successfully carry out the mission of the college. As a condition of employment, the College will conduct appropriate background checks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Office of Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring that background checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, & Driver Credential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process and Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the office responsible for facilitating background checks as articulated in this policy.

Special Instructions for Applicants: 

Apply online; application materials must include:

• A cover letter summarizing interests and qualifications

• A complete resume or curriculum vitae

• For faculty positions, statements on mentoring, teaching, and research will also be required.

​It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.