Summary
Assists in the prevention and rehabilitation of student athletes' injuries and illnesses to encourage and maintain student athletes' wellness
Diversity & Inclusion
Embracing diversity for a richly inclusive community is a Guiding Principle at JWU. Our students, faculty and staff have varied backgrounds, experiences and perspectives that unite us as one community and contribute to our success. We are committed to enhancing the diversity of our workforce teams and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.
Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.
Essential Job Functions
- Provides care, prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation, under the direction of the head athletic trainer, for athletic injuries and illnesses incurred by student athletes during competition or practice and keeps medical records of these instances
- Updates student athletes, coaches, athletic administration, parents, doctors, and support staff on athletes' injuries and illnesses
- Works with team physicians to determine athlete's eligibility to return to practice and/or competition
- Organizes educational lectures (e.g. drugs and alcohol, sex, nutrition, and coping skills) for student athletes
- Organizes athletic training equipment and supplies
- Supervises and manages student employees, as necessary, to enhance their academic and professional development
- Performs other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of a bachelor's degree
- Experience working in team athletics or other related experience
- Licensed athletic trainer in Rhode Island (or licensure eligible)
- National Athletic Trainer Association Board Certification
- Valid U.S. driver's license
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in sports medicine, health or a related field of study
Please note: Qualified candidates must live or relocate within a daily commuting distance of the Providence Campus location upon hire.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until job posting is closed.
