Licensed Certified Head Athletic Trainer

The mission of the NC State University Department of Athletics is to strengthen the pack through the development of Think and Do student-athletes.

Our Core Values are:

• Trust

• Accountability

• Passion

• Empathy

The Sports Medicine Department looks to achieve that mission through its own mission to provide high-quality and comprehensive healthcare to every student-athlete in The Pack. We are committed to prioritizing the physical and mental well-being of all student-athletes as they navigate both athletic and individual endeavors. Through a collaborative and integrative approach, we work to enrich the student-athlete experience by fostering a safe environment, maximizing athletic performance, and optimizing overall well-being.

Essential Job Duties

North Carolina State University is hiring for a Head Athletic Trainer within the Athletics/Sports Medicine Department. This position will serve as the Athletic Trainer for Men's and Women's Track and Field and Cross Country.

At a minimum, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting the Associate Athletics Director for Sports Medicine in interviewing, selecting, training, and overall management of assigned employees - including Athletic Training Fellows.

• Providing injury evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of student-athletes and referral to associated health care professionals when necessary.

• Communication and collaboration with sports coaches, strength coaches, sports nutritionists, mental health professionals, and other members of Pack Performance units regarding the health & safety of student-athletes.

• Maintaining medical records on student-athletes including physical examinations and screenings, insurance information, and injury evaluation reports/treatment logs according to departmental, UNC System, and state standards.

• Attending scheduled team practices and events and assisting with coverage conflicts.

• Providing emergency care when indicated.

• Assisting with proper use and maintenance of athletic training room equipment.

• Assisting with annual physical examinations, medical certifications, and drug testing program.

• Assisting with the preparation of budget requests and managing inventory of supplies for athletic training facility operations.

• Documenting services rendered consistent with best practices and third-party payer standards.

• Following all developed departmental policies and procedures.

• Following the NATA Code of Ethics.

• Remaining current on all state and national requirements for certification and licensure.

• Agreeing to comply with all regulatory agency statutes, University, ACC, and NCAA bylaws, legislation, and mandates.

• Managing day-to-day operations of a facility within Sports Medicine.

• Managing Pack Performance meetings.

• Post-season and special event coordination.

Sports assignments may change based on departmental needs at the discretion of the Associate AD for Sports Medicine.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Assisting in operating the training room.

• Ensuring proper use of equipment and facilities by student-athletes

• Working with the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine and the Team Physician in providing adequate evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletically injured student-athletes

• Traveling with the X Country / Track & Field team

Supervisory

Supervisory positions conduct interviews, lead hiring searches, provide recommendations on final hiring decisions, provide salary recommendations, monitor and assign work, provide regular feedback to direct reports, conduct performance evaluations, and create employee performance improvement plans.

Other Responsibilities

Additional duties may include but are not limited to

• Assisting in coordinating the sports medicine program for a highly competitive NCAA Division I-A program.

• Post-season and special event coordination.

• Supervision of assistant athletic trainers, graduate assistant athletic trainers and student workers.

• Other duties as assigned by the Associate Athletics Director for Sports Medicine in coordination with the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree

• Graduate of a CAATE accredited Athletic Training program

• Experience in collegiate athletics

Other Required Qualifications

• Computer competency

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills

• Must be able to lift up to 30-60 pounds occasionally, with or without a reasonable accommodation

Preferred Qualifications

• NCAA Division 1 collegiate experience preferred

• 3+ years of post-graduate experience preferred but not required

• Experience working with a Track or Cross Country program.

• Applicants with additional credentials, such as Physical Therapy and EMT, are encouraged to apply.

• Demonstrated supervisory or leadership experience preferred

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

• Certification by the Board of Certification (BOC)

• Current Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) certification by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association

• NATABOC certification is required; must have or be eligible for licensure by the NC Board of Athletic Training Examiners

• Required current ECC certification by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

• Driver's License

Valid NC Driver's License required No Commercial Driver's License required No