What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer position at University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine?
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Position Information
Position Type Professional Staff Faculty Track Position Title Athletic Trainer Employment Status Full Time Months 10 Campus Biddeford, ME Description
The University of New England (UNE) is seeking an Athletic Trainer to join our Athletics department to support the welfare and athletic experience of our varsity student-athletes. The Athletic Trainer is responsible for providing direct care, developing and implementing injury prevention strategies, coordinating with medical professionals, and handling key administrative duties to ensure the health and safety. This role is essential in fostering a safe, supportive, and high-performance environment, enhancing the student-athlete experience.
This is a 10-month, salaried exempt position with year-round benefits. The typical contract period runs from August through May, with two months off-contract during the summer (May–July), subject to variation based on sport coverage needs.
About The University Of New England
UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state’s top provider of health professionals and home to Maine’s only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.
UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an 8% match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick and personal time; and educational benefits. Please visit the Human Resources Benefits site (https://www.une.edu/hr/benefits) for additional information regarding UNE’s fantastic benefits package.
Responsibilities
Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)
Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number 2022PS0643P Open Date 04/16/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled No
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Position Information
Position Type Professional Staff Faculty Track Position Title Athletic Trainer Employment Status Full Time Months 10 Campus Biddeford, ME Description
The University of New England (UNE) is seeking an Athletic Trainer to join our Athletics department to support the welfare and athletic experience of our varsity student-athletes. The Athletic Trainer is responsible for providing direct care, developing and implementing injury prevention strategies, coordinating with medical professionals, and handling key administrative duties to ensure the health and safety. This role is essential in fostering a safe, supportive, and high-performance environment, enhancing the student-athlete experience.
This is a 10-month, salaried exempt position with year-round benefits. The typical contract period runs from August through May, with two months off-contract during the summer (May–July), subject to variation based on sport coverage needs.
About The University Of New England
UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state’s top provider of health professionals and home to Maine’s only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.
UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an 8% match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick and personal time; and educational benefits. Please visit the Human Resources Benefits site (https://www.une.edu/hr/benefits) for additional information regarding UNE’s fantastic benefits package.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in planning and coordinating athletic training services, functions, and programs.
- Provide athletic training services to student-athletes:
- Comprehensive injury management—from prevention and recognition to evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation.
- Administering emergency first aid in the event of injury.
- Managing injuries and rehabilitation under a physician’s direction, as appropriate.
- Counseling athletes on injury care, recovery, and wellness.
- Preparing athletes for practices and competitions through preventative taping, injury protection, and safety instructions.
- Establish and maintain a system that ensures student-athletes receive independent medical care, while also upholding that team physicians and athletic trainers retain final authority on return-to-play decisions.
- Stay current with advancements in athletic training practices, research, and technology.
- Travel with athletic teams as deemed appropriate by the Head Athletic Trainer.
- Complete administrative duties, including timely documentation, and review and approval of student-athlete medical records (e.g., physical exams, health history questionnaires, etc.).
- Maintain and operate athletic training room facilities and equipment.
- Supervise student workers as needed.
- If applicable, serve as a preceptor to train, supervise, and evaluate athletic training students.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Athletic Training, with current certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) required.
- Current Maine State ATC licensing required (or ability to get to licensed).
- Current CPR/AED certification required, or the ability to get certified.
- Availability to work evenings, early mornings, and weekends as needed.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with students, coaches, physicians, university student health staff, and others.
- Must be flexible, collaborative, and maintain a positive attitude.
- Broad-based technical knowledge and skills related to athletic training and sports injuries.
- Proficiency in diagnosing and treating injuries and developing appropriate rehabilitation programs.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and maintain confidentiality.
Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)
Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number 2022PS0643P Open Date 04/16/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled No
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
