Assistant Director, Sports Medicine

Job Summary:

The Assistant Director, Sports Medicine will lead, plan and coordinate all aspects of Sports Medicine for Intercollegiate Athletics including; organization and administration of Sports Medicine services, coordination of Athletic Training staffing assignments and schedules, work with Team Physician for Pre-Participation Physicals, medical needs of student-athletes, collaborate with Hammond Health Center staff for all aspects of medical needs of student-athletes.

As a member of the Athletic Training staff provide athletic training services in support of intercollegiate athletics programs as assigned.  Work in collaboration with clinical faculty/athletic trainers in the athletic training education program and other staff athletic trainers to provide athletic training services to intercollegiate athletics.  Develop and administer injury prevention and treatment plans and rehabilitation programs for student-athletes.  Counsel and advise student-athletes on conditioning and athletic training matters.  Attend home practices and games for assigned sports teams; travel to contests during post-season for assigned teams is required, with potential to travel to select regular season contests.  Evaluate and treat injuries and potential injuries. 

Supervision:  This position reports to the Director of Athletics and Campus Recreation and will supervise a team of five Athletic Trainers and two clinical staff members.

Job Responsibilities: 

1. Lead the Sports Medicine program for intercollegiate athletics.


2. Provide athletic training services, under the supervision of the team physician, to include evaluating, managing, treating, and rehabilitating athletic injuries as needed or prescribed.


3. Staff the Hill Center Athletic Training Clinic or A&E Center Clinic and attend home practices and games for assigned sports teams to evaluate and treat injuries or potential injuries; provide prompt, accurate triage. Team travel and post-season travel with assigned teams is required.


4. Serve as a preceptor to graduate students in the clinical education portion of the Athletic Training Education Program.


5. Perform mandatory baseline concussion testing for incoming students in assigned sports.


6. Attend introductory team meetings and present athletic training information for assigned sports.


7. Plan and participate in all pre-participation sport screenings and the medical clearance process.


8. Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records on injured athletes. Obtain sports injury reports from injured athletes and forward to the insurance and referral coordinator for filing with the College athletic injury insurance plan.


9. Represent Athletic Training and Serve as consultant to coaching staff on conditioning, nutrition, and protective equipment; assist with prevention of injuries including education for athletes, identifying factors that put athletes "at risk", correcting deficiencies in athletes as deemed necessary, as well as taping and bracing.


10. Serve as liaison with parents, sports medicine physicians, health center staff, athletic trainers, and coaches in determining the best treatment options for the patient. Assist the team physician in determining if a player may return to competition. 


11. Serve as host athletic trainer for league, regional and national championships competition held at Ithaca College.

Required Experience: 

• 5 - 7 years of experience at the collegiate level as an ATC with demonstrated knowledge and ability in program administration. 


• Certification and Membership in the NATA (National Athletic Trainer’s Association) required.


• CPR/First Aid Certification required.


• Experience in planning and executing athletic training services competitive athletics teams.


• Ability to cultivate an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment.


• Ability to treat all people equitably and with a sensitivity and awareness to cultural difference; 


• Demonstrated ability to hold others accountable for behavior that is supportive of a community that is diverse and inclusive.


• Extensive knowledge of various word processing, spreadsheet and database software applications


• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, and strong attention to detail are required.

Education:

• Master's Degree in exercise science, nutrition, sports management, or related field required.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants must apply online and attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references. Questions about online applications should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274-8000 or [email protected]. 

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated. 

Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position. 

Hiring Range:

 $80,000-$84,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

We pride ourselves on providing our benefit-eligible employees with comprehensive benefits, including:

                • Healthcare including vision and dental

                • Generous Paid Time Off Policies

                • 403B Retirement Savings Plan with Matching Employer Contribution 

                • EAP

                • Flexible Work Plans

                • Educational Benefits

                • Career-Enhancing Trainings

                • For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit https://www.ithaca.edu/human-resources/employee-benefits-wellness

In an effort to promote campus safety and the security of College resources, Ithaca College will, consistent with the requirements of the law and prudent practices, conduct criminal background investigations per College policy. This position is subject to a criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon review of the criminal background check.