Bard College

Assistant Athletic Trainer

• Serves as the primary athletic trainer for some teams, covering practices and competitions, and assists other teams and individual student-athletes as needed.
• Assists the Head Athletic Trainer and Associate Head Athletic Trainer in the coordination of all aspects of injury prevention, evaluation and rehabilitation of student-athletes.
• Completes necessary documentation including (but not limited to) injury reports, daily check-in log, student-athlete travel and insurance records. Works with the college’s insurance administrator with claims and necessary paperwork related to injuries covered by the Bard College insurance plan.
• Assists in the scheduling and implementation of pre-participation physicals for all student-athletes.
• Relates necessary sports medicine information to visiting institutions and athletic training staff.
• Assists in the oversight of Bard College coaching staff in maintaining required certifications and related documentation.
• Attends periodic staff meetings and select Bard College Student Services meetings.
• Maintains current NATA/BOC, CPR/AED, and First Aid certifications.
• Attends select professional developmental opportunities such as the NATA convention.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Conduct is related to NATA Code of Ethics.

• The individual will have a minimum of a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Athletic Training.
• NATA-BOC certification, New York State license and CPR/AED and First Aid certifications are required.
• CSCS, PES, CES, Graston, ART, EMT certifications are beneficial.
• Excellent communication skills are necessary.
• Knowledge of computer statistical software and internet skills required.
• Must be able to maintain a flexible work schedule to include evenings and weekends.
• Must have an interest in supporting an environment in which students from diverse backgrounds of all experience and ability levels are supported and encouraged.

AA/EOE