Assistant Athletic Trainer – Lacrosse

James Madison University, a Division I Member of the NCAA and Sun Belt Conference, is seeking an Athletic Trainer. The position will serve as the Athletics Trainer and is a full-time, 12-month position will a full comprehensive benefits package. The anticipated start date is upon first availability.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Providing and coordinating a high level of athletic healthcare services to the JMU Women’s Lacrosse program and JMU student-athletes to include the prevention, evaluation, clinical management, treatment, and short- and long-term rehabilitation of injuries.
• Ensuring emergency readiness at all practices and competitions in accordance with the JMU Emergency Action Plan.
• Engaging in effective written and oral communication with members of the coaching staff, strength and conditioning staff, sports medicine staff/physicians, athletic administration, and Integrated Health and Sports Performance Team.
• Contributing to an overall team effort by welcoming new and different work requirements and exploring new opportunities to enhance the services to the department.
• Assisting with the scheduling organization and completion of student-athlete pre-participation and exit physical examinations.
• Coordinating timely referrals and communications with the JMU Team Physicians regarding student-athlete injuries, medical conditions and plan of care.
• Providing appropriate coverage for practices, strength/conditioning sessions and competitions.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records on all student-athletes in a timely, efficient, and confidential manner.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree.
• Hold BOC certification, have a Virginia license to practice Athletic Training or be eligible for licensure.
• Ability to effectively communicate with multiple parties within the athletic department and campus community.
• NCAA experience with lacrosse and/ or Olympic sports.