Staff Associate, Senior Athletic Trainer; full time, 12 month

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Staff Associate, Senior Athletic Trainer; full time, 12 month

Department Summary

Bridgewater State University is an inclusive community dedicated to the lifelong success of all students, focused on the continuous improvement of its people, and responsible for leading innovation that benefits Southeastern Massachusetts, the commonwealth, and the world. Bridgewater’s accessible environment of teaching and learning stimulates critical thinking, pursuit of new knowledge,

and deeper understanding, the cultivation of meaningful and diverse interpersonal relationships, and fostering an appreciation for global engagement, all aimed at transforming lives and improving the human condition.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is reflected in our institutional values , which ensure that all students are supported and succeed.

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Title

Staff Associate, Senior Athletic Trainer; full time, 12 month

Department Summary

Bridgewater State University is an inclusive community dedicated to the lifelong success of all students, focused on the continuous improvement of its people, and responsible for leading innovation that benefits Southeastern Massachusetts, the commonwealth, and the world. Bridgewater’s accessible environment of teaching and learning stimulates critical thinking, pursuit of new knowledge,

and deeper understanding, the cultivation of meaningful and diverse interpersonal relationships, and fostering an appreciation for global engagement, all aimed at transforming lives and improving the human condition.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is reflected in our institutional values , which ensure that all students are supported and succeed.

The mission of the Department of Sports Medicine is to is to provide the highest quality Athletic Health Care to meet the needs of the

NCAA

Intercollegiate Athletics program and its student-athletes. Successful candidates will be staff members that can work with their colleagues to help meet the mission of the department of Sports medicine in serving and supporting our multicultural and inclusive diverse campus community.

Position Summary

GENERAL

STATEMENT

OF

DUTIES

: Reporting to the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine and Performance, the Associate Athletic Trainer assists in the provision of health, safety, injury prevention, injury evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, referrals and in providing follow-up care to our intercollegiate student-athletes. Serve as part of the leadership team within sports medicine and sports performance.

SUPERVISION

RECEIVED

: Reports to the Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Medicine and Sports Performance, receives direction from designated Team Physician and Director of Athletics.

SUPERVISON

EXERCISED

: Supervises subordinate professional personnel assigned to area, as well as athletic training interns under the rules, regulations, and procedures set forth by the student’s education program, their accrediting agency, and the athletic training department.

Essential Duties

CORE

DUTIES

–

SPORTS

MEDICINE

LEADERSHIP

:

· Coordinate referrals for outside physicians and other providers in collaboration with the Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Medicine and Performance.

· Collaborate with the Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Medicine and Performance in establishing fair and equitable medical coverage schedules for the Athletic Training-Sports Medicine Department staff.

· Research and submit grant opportunities to provide relevant programming for health and safety to student-athletes and staff.

· Make recommendations for improvements to the Athletic Training-Sports Medicine and Sports Performance Programs for the health, safety and wellbeing of the student athletes.

· Make recommendations regarding the review and acquisition of the Department Injury tracking/

EMR

software and assume a leadership role in its implementation and management.

· Leadership role in the development and coordination of learning opportunities and professional development for staff regarding current topics in Sports Medicine and Performance.

· Leadership role in the annual development and review of sports medicine and performance policy, procedure, and process.

· Direct and oversee the development of social media posts with relevant topics and content in sports medicine and sports performance for both Instagram accounts.

· Development of positions and hiring of hourly student employees to support the professional staff in the Athletic Training-Sports Medicine Department.

· Assume a leadership role in the annual medical clearance/eligibility and screening process

· Act as a mentor and resource for the Staff Assistant – Athletic Trainers

· Leadership role in annual budget review and preparation process, inventory and supply management.

CORE

DUTIES

–

SPORTS

MEDICINE

SERVICE

:

· Collaborate with the Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Medicine and Performance in the supervision, prevention, care, management, and disposition of injuries and illnesses sustained by student athletes.

· Recognize and supervise the prevention, care, management of injuries and illnesses to student-athletes, including the coverage of team practices and contests, with particular emphasis on high impact, contact and collision sports.

· Uphold established policies, rules, regulations, and procedures in the Athletic Training-Sports Medicine Department.

· Maintain appropriate documentation of all injuries and illnesses to student-athletes.

· Maintain current knowledge and skills of standards of practice in the field of Athletic Training as established by the

NATA

,

NCAA

,

NCSA

and other appropriate, recognized organizations, as well as completing continuing education to maintain certifications.

· Advise in the purchasing, proper use and fit of protective equipment.

· Year-round continuing education unit acquisition and professional development for the maintenance of professional certifications.

CORE

DUTIES

–

SPORTS

PERFORMANCE

:

· Leadership-Liaison role with the Sports Performance staff with emphasis on injury trends and injury prevention.

· Collaborate with team coaches to develop injury prevention and appropriate fitness training and assessments for sport-specific demands.

· Advise in the purchasing of Strength and Conditioning Equipment and supplies.

· Other responsibilities in both areas as directed by the Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Medicine and Performance.

GENERAL

DUTIES

:

· Perform related duties as required.

· Attend all relevant meetings and professional development opportunities as required.

· Plan and implement assessment efforts that inform data driven decision making for the programs, services, and activities within your core duties.

· Develop and implement intentional programs, services, and activities within your core duties that will meet the unique needs of all student populations.

· Utilize diversity and social justice practices to promote student success as it relates to your core duties.

· Assist the Office of Equal Opportunity /Title IX Coordinator office as a

responsible employee

with regard to incidents of sexual or gender-based harm or discrimination.

Required Qualifications

REQUIRED

MINUMUM

QUALFICATIONS

:

• Certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association (

NATA

-

BOC

) required.

• Must be eligible for licensure by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in Athletic Training. https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-a-license-from-the-board-of-allied-health-professionals

• Master’s Degree in related field

• Minimum of three years of experience as a

NATA

-

BOC

Athletic Trainer

• Certification as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist/Coach (

NSCA

-

CSCS

or CSCCa) or eligible to sit for the examination.

• Ability to understand written and oral communication.

• Ability to work evening, weekends, and holidays as playing and practice season schedule dictates.2

• Ability to lift 25 lbs. with appropriate accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

PREFERRED

QUALFICATIONS

• 4-5 years’ experience as an athletic trainer at the college / university setting

Work Environment

Bridgewater State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (

ADA

) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employee with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please complete and submit this electronic form: https://cm.maxient.com/report...

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.

This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

EEO Statement

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Position Type

APA Professional

Salary Range

$67,500 - $72,000

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | S01213P | | Open Date | 05/09/2025 | | Application Review Start Date | | | Close Date | 05/18/2025 | | Open Until Filled | | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
Please note the following information is required to complete your application for this position:

* A minimum of three (3) professional reference entries in space provided on the application form.
* Resume/CV
* Cover Letter |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you currently a member of a collective bargaining unit that governs employment at Massachusetts State Universities?
   • AFSCME
   • APA
   • MSCA
   • Other

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Related Professional Materials

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