Posting Summary
Provide athletic training services for varsity student-athletes, including acute care, rehabilitation, and health & performance education. Provide clinical care including prevention, assessment, and acute management of athletic injuries; rehabilitation of acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions; and documentation of services delivered. Travel with teams and provide medical oversight at practices, competitions, etc. Communicate with coaches, players, and parents. Promote a safe Center for Health and Wellbeing for all students and staff. Support the mission and philosophy of the CHWB, Division of Student Affairs, and the University of Vermont.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Bachelor’s Degree in Health care related field and two years athletic training experience with collegiate athletics. BOC Certified Athletic Trainer, Vermont Licensed or eligible for licensing. Knowledge of computer software to assist with scheduling, networking, and student instruction. Effective interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated commitment to health care of student-athletes and inclusiveness.
All CHWB employees are considered Healthcare workers as defined in Vermont State Law. Vaccination against infectious diseases helps to protect against contracting infectious diseases and helps to provide “herd immunity”. Vaccination of staff also provides additional protection for students who seek care with us, some of whom are immunocompromised or unable to receive vaccines for medical reasons. The following vaccinations are required for all CHWB employees:
- Rubeola (measles)- two rubeola vaccines, two MMR vaccines, OR a positive rubeola titer
- Mumps- two mumps vaccines, two MMR vaccines, OR a positive mumps titer
- Rubella- one rubella vaccine, one MMR vaccine, OR a positive rubella titer
- Varicella (chicken pox)- two varicella vaccines OR a positive varicella titer
- Tdap (Tetanus/Diphtheria/Acellular Pertussis) a one-time only dose for adults
- Hepatitis B- a series of two OR three vaccines (depending on manufacturer), followed by a positive Hepatitis B surface antibody.
- Tuberculosis (TB) screening:
- A negative “two step” PPD or a negative IGRA blood test (QuantiFERON Gold)
- Note: if you have had positive tuberculosis testing in the past it is very important that you send any records related to testing and/or treatment, and the results of your most recent chest x-ray.
Special Conditions
Weekend work required, Non-standard work hours required, A probationary period may be required, Background Check required for this position
