ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Provide athletic training services to the Hagerstown Community College Athletes.
- Onsite care and management of student athletes’ injuries and illnesses including prevention, evaluation and treatment.
- Assess risk of injury, perform ergonomic evaluation and coaching, self-care implementation and overall wellness promotion.
- Develop and monitor rehabilitation plans for affected athletes.
- Conduct and review athlete intake documentation for clearance and maintain electronic records, including all patient encounters.
- Coordinate and implement injury prevention programs and customize preventative strategies to suit athletic teams.
- Provide accommodation recommendations, related to sport, for student athletes with restrictions or limitations.
- Communicate with physicians, coaches and athletic staff regarding the injury status of athletes, while complying with HIPPA and FERPA regulations.
- Carry out medical care for assigned student-athletes per the sports medicine standard operating procedures.
- Provide coverage for all home games/contests, practices and college sponsored athletic events (within the allotted time, as recommended per the Director of Athletics and ARCC).
- Annually update the EAP, distribute and review with the athletics staff.
- Maintain certifications and licensures associated with the position.
Coordinate programs with the athletic department:
- Assist the athletic department with responsibilities associated with sports information.
- Responsible for administrative and other duties, as assigned by supervisor.
- Recommend the annual budget for athletic training supplies and equipment.
- Coordinate CPR/AED training for coaching and athletics support staff as needed, as well as general emergency care training.
- Work with the Fitness Center Coordinator to develop and/or adjust strength training program to suit athletic team needs related to injury rate trends.
- Coordinate training programs for coaches to educate their players on topics such as appropriate nutrition, communicable diseases, substance abuse/misuse, head injury care, mental health etc.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s Degree required in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine or related field, from an accredited college or university. Master’s Degree preferred. NATABOC certification (National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification). A minimum of one year’s experience working as an ATC is preferred. Current CPR/AED/First Aid instructor certification required. If hired without a master’s degree, the employee would be required to obtain one within a pre-determined timeframe. Maryland licensure eligible/approved prior to start date.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
The individual will display strong oral, written and interpersonal skills. This position requires a flexible schedule, including evening and weekend work to accommodate the athletic program.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
For more information on this position and to formally apply, please visit HCC's employment page at https://secure10.saashr.com/ta/6160104.careers?ApplyToJob=671773768&full_apply=&jobid=671773768.
Questions may be directed to the Human Resources Office at 240-500-2585 or email hr@hagerstowncc.edu.