Assistant Athletic Trainer

This is a full-time, ten (10) month exempt position at Nichols College in Dudley, MA. The successful candidate will assist the Head Athletic Trainer and Director of Sports Medicine in leading the athletic training department, providing direction and care for student-athletes participating in varsity intercollegiate programs.

• Assist in the leadership, vision, and supervision of the athletic training department.
• Provide direction and overall care for student-athletes participating in varsity intercollegiate programs.
• Develop and manage the athletic training room and therapeutic modalities.
• Respond to and evaluate injuries, monitor rehabilitation progress of student-athletes, and ensure compliance with NCAA regulations and NATABOC standards and guidelines.
• Maintain NATABOC certification and licensure with Massachusetts.
• Coordinate contest coverage, sport physicals, medical insurance documentation, and roster follow-through on student clearance.
• Understand and implement the college's concussion protocol, including communication with the Head Athletic Trainer and college representatives.
• Assist with practice and game schedules, medical coverage, and purchasing, maintaining, and inventorying medical equipment and supplies.
• Provide and coordinate sport-specific strength, conditioning, and rehabilitation programs to coaches and student-athletes.
• Maintain treatment documentation and records, coordinate medical insurance claims, and develop and implement the use of an Athletic Training Staff manual.
• Plan, direct, advise, and evaluate Emergency Action Plans, including lightning, cold, and heat policies.
• Meet seasonally with coaches to review Emergency Action Plans and practice/contest coverage.
• Maintain certification for CPR/AED and First Aid, and coordinate re-certification of athletics department staff.
• Track, coordinate usage, and maintain golf carts in conjunction with the Equipment Manager.
• Attend department staff meetings, institutional functions, regional, and national NATA seminars and conventions.
• College Committee or task force involvement, departmental programming, and special events.
• Available for emergency response.

• A Master's Degree in Athletic Training or a closely related field.
• 1-2 years of athletic training experience, preferably in a college/university setting.
• NATABOC certification and a Massachusetts State License in Athletic Training.
• Additional training in the allied health profession desired.
• Leadership abilities, proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and strong written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Computer proficiency.
• Valid driver's license.