Athletic Trainer

Davis Varsity House
Hanover, NH 03755

This is a Per Diem, temporary position. The purpose is to provide primary athletic health care for the men and women athletes of Dartmouth College and also athletes from visiting colleges / universities at selected events or contests. This will include onsite coverage of sports practices and/or contests, hosted by the Dartmouth College Athletic Department.

Skilled at the systematic evaluation of common athletic injuries
Knowledge and skill in the use and application of various electrical modalities, including ultrasound, electrical muscle stimulation, iontophoresis, and intermittent compression devices.
Knowledge and skill in the application of various taping and wrapping techniques to support injured muscles and joints.
Skilled at developing rehabilitation programs for a range of common athletic injuries.
Demonstrated ability effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing with colleagues, coaches, athletes and administrators.
Demonstrated ability, and willingness to work independently, and adapt to changing schedules
Maintain positive attitude during difficult situations.
Experience working with a wide range of both men's and women's athletic teams.
Experience at effectively treating both traumatic and overuse type injuries.
Bachelor's of Science degree in Athletic Training or Sports Medicine related field required.
Certification by the NATABOC.
Eligible for State of New Hampshire license.
Current certification in CPR and First Aid.

Minimum of 2 years' experience in a college or university athletic training work setting.
Master's degree in Athletic Training or Sports Medicine related field.
Additional, related certifications such as FMS, Active Release Techniques, Muscle Energy, Graston Technique and CSCS are highly valued and encouraged.

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Provide onsite athletic training coverage at assigned athletic practices and or contests.
Evaluate athletic injuries to both men and women athletes using established protocols. Performs tests and manipulations to determine the extent and seriousness of injury.
Provide immediate on-site care for athletic injuries and refer injured athletes to appropriate medical care providers as is needed and the situation dictates.
Provide concussion evaluations following established protocols of the Dartmouth College Sports Medicine department.
Independently, and in conjunction with the team physician where appropriate, make determinations on return to play status.
Prepare athletes for practices and contests, including taping, bandaging, wrapping, assisting with warm-up, and stretching exercises.
Remain current on the latest developments and advances in sports medicine through journal review, attendance at conferences, seminars and clinics.
Maintain facilities, equipment, modalities and supplies. Must maintain a working knowledge of all equipment, and general preventive maintenance procedures.
Develop a working knowledge of Emergency Action Plans for each specific campus venue at which they are assigned, and be prepared to implement EAP as necessary.