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Per Diem Sports Medicine Athletic Trainer (Per Diem / As Needed)
Job no: 494830
Work type: Full Time
Location: Troy, NY
Categories: Staff, Health Services, Athletics
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Job Summary
The Per Diem Athletic Trainer implements sports medicine and athletic injury treatment and prevention programs for Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute intercollegiate athletes on an if and when needed basis.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training or related health field required. Master’s degree preferred.
- 1-3 years of experience as a certified athletic trainer.
- Certification by the National Athletics Trainers Association required.
- Valid US Driver’s license
- Eligible to attain New York State License
- CPR Certified
Available to work on an as-needed basis during scheduled athletic competitions, taking place primarily on weekends and/or evenings.
Applicants must meet stated minimum education and experience requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of an athletic training program
- Knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines governing the prevention and management of injuries in student athletes
- Ability to initiate, develop and maintain contacts appropriate to an athletic training program
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures
- Fitness level required to perform manual exercises and stretching and to carry heavy weights
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, to maintain confidentiality
- Effective planning, organizing and time management skills
Shift
Non-Standard Shift: The per diem Athletic Trainer will work occasionally, specifically during scheduled athletic competitions that primarily take place on weekends or evenings.
Travel
Driving
Driving a personal vehicle for non-passenger use
Starting Salary/Rate
Expected hiring range: $50.00 per hour
Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.
Application instructions
Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Total Compensation and Benefits Information
Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).
Advertised: 06 Feb 2025 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:
Salary : $50
