Assistant Athletic Trainer

Posting Number: 20260100S

Location
Villanova, PA

Work Schedule:
full-time/12-months

Department: 733-Athletics – Training Room

Position
Summary

Why work at Villanova?

• Join a mission-driven organization. Since
  Villanova University’s founding in 1842,
  we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
• Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News &
  World Report’s 2025 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.
• Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous
  paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional
  development, tuition assistance, and more.

Villanova
University, an NCAA Division I institution with 24 intercollegiate athletic teams, is seeking a purpose-driven, service-oriented, and
proactive individual to collaboratively engage with an integrated cohort of professionals focused on enhancing student-athlete Health and
Performance outcomes.

There are two open positions: The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting all
aspects of healthcare delivery to varsity student-athletes participating in :

One position will over see the following
areas:

• Women’s Lacrosse/Women’s Rowing

The other position will oversee the following
areas:

• Softball and Cross Country/Track & Field

under the license of our Team Physician and supervision
of the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Health and Performance, Assistant Director(s) of Sports Medicine, and Associate Athletic
Trainer(s). Primary sport assignments are subject to change based on applicant pool.

This position requires distinctive commitments
toward cultivating and maintaining a workplace environment that emphasizes organizational health, celebrates cohesive teamwork, and stresses
operational efficiency. There is an ongoing expectation to pursue continual learning, demonstrate open-minded and progressive thinking, and
contribute meaningfully to programmatic, departmental, and University-wide objectives. Presenting innovative strategies and sharing creative
ideas are encouraged, valued, and respected.

Perform all duties in compliance with all rules, regulations, and bylaws of the NCAA,
associated Conferences, and University relating to the conduct and administration of the program.

Villanova is a Catholic university
sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can
contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities

Medical
Services

• Responsible for the coordination and supervision of healthcare for Villanova’s Division I varsity athletic
  programs (as assigned; including, but not limited to primary sport(s) assignments).
• Responsible for all phases of student-athlete
  healthcare.
• Design and implement prevention and early intervention programs for sport
• programs and student-athletes.
• Design and implement treatment and rehabilitation programs for time-loss and surgical cases.
• Serve as a liaison between Sports
  Medicine, Sports Performance, Physical Therapy, Sports Psychology, and Nutrition staff regarding student-athlete case management.
• Serve as liaison with the Student Health Center and outside medical practices associated with the care of varsity student-athletes.
• Responsible for electronic medical documentation for all student-athletes.
• Assist with the daily operation and maintenance of
  the athletic training facility.
• Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned by Senior Associate AD for
  Health & Performance, Assistant Director of Sports Medicine, and Associate Athletic Trainers.

Minimum
Qualifications

Formal Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or related field is
  required; Master’s degree is preferred.
• BOC Certification is required.
• Pennsylvania State License (or eligible) is
  required.
• CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Certification is required

Specific Job Knowledge:

• Extensive clinical experience including…
  • Risk reduction, wellness, and health literacy
  • Assessment, evaluation, and
    diagnosis
  • Critical incident management
  • Therapeutic intervention
  • Health care administration and professional
    responsibility
  
  
• Must have working knowledge of health care insurance issues

Minimum Work
Experience:

• Two to three years of experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer
• Must have experience with
  post-surgical rehabilitation
• Experience in the college/university setting is preferred-
• Experience with contact/collision
  sports is preferred

Work Skills:

• Candidates must possess the ability to…
  o Create and maintain
  medical documentation records
  o Communicate clearly, concisely, and consistently
  o Organize administrative responsibilities
  o Work
  interdependently with other colleagues
  o Optimize effectiveness within the framework of resource
• Proficiency with computers and
  software applications

Equipment Knowledge:

• Candidates must possess the ability to utilize…
  o
  Therapeutic modalities
  o Rehabilitation equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in sports
  medicine/athletic training or related field preferred.
• CSCS Certification/PES Certification preferred.

Physical
Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours

Working Conditions:

• Considerable time spent outside in
  various weather conditions
• Travel required
• Variable schedules with extended periods of high workload
• Significant
  night and weekend hours
• Must be physically fit to lift equipment, ability to lift student-athletes, heavy manipulation of athlete’s
  bodies for conditioning, rehabilitation, and therapy

Salary Posting Information

This position falls within
salaried grade 13 and the range is $58,800-$67,700. The final salary will be determined with consideration of several factors including the
selected candidate’s qualifications, department budget availability, market data, and internal equity.

Salary
Grade
13

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