Athletic Trainer And Athletics Department Associate

Athletic Trainer and Athletics Department Associate

Tower Hill School is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Athletic Trainer and Athletics Department Associate for the remainder of the 2023-2024 academic year. The start date is flexible, but before March 2024 is preferred. This is an 11 month, full-time, benefited position and reports to the Director of Physical Health and Director of Athletics.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prevention, recognition, and treatment of athletic injuries before, during, and after practices/competitions

• Oversee and maintain weight room policies/coverage for student athletes

• Administer IMPACT testing and monitor of Return to Play protocols (concussion)

• Construct and monitor rehab/treatment programs using modalities appropriate for injury

• Coordinate communication between parents, administration, and coaches for all student athlete injury purposes

• Collaborate with doctors to provide emergency and follow-up care

• Participate and present during coaches meetings in coordination with the athletic administration

• Maintain accurate records for all injuries and treatments using Magnus Health software

• Review and approve submissions of DIAA required forms prior to the start of each sports season in conjunction with Director of Physical Health

• Update and maintain group lists within Magnus for sports teams by season to aid in communication between school and home

• Manage all necessary supplies/equipment related to the athletic training room

• Maintain an orderly and clean environment in the athletic training room that is consistent with established protocols and expectations of the school

• Compile and keep policies/protocols up-to-date related to emergency action plan

• Attend all mandatory meetings as requested by the school administrators and attend optional meetings as needed for the purposes of athletics

• Commit to being an active member of the Wellness Team by attending meetings, leading projects, and serving as a representative for the athletic department

• Assist with athletic department operational tasks as assigned by the Director of Athletics including but not limited to: uniform management, facility set-up, and data entry pertaining to eligibility, transportation, scheduling, and officials

• Assist with additional coverages in the school community as assigned by the Director of Physical Health including but not limited to: Health Office coverage, summer camp health oversight, and school wide events requiring presence of medical personnel

• Annual submission to the Weathervane newsletter with as needed announcements to promote athletics in the community

Qualifications/Qualities:

• Licensed by State of DE

• BOC certified

• CPR/AED first aid certifications for professional rescuer

  • Maintain CPR instructor certification

• Maintain # of CEU’s per period by attending continuing education seminars

• Maintain competency with IMPACT testing

• Knowledge and proficiency working with Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

• Knowledge and proficiency working in Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite

• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and maintaining professionalism at all times

• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices

• Flexibility to accommodate schedules that include evenings, weekends, and some days when school is not in session

• Bachelor's degree required from an NATA Accredited University

• Masters degree preferred

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards

• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

• Must be able to meet the physical demands and working conditions including lifting, bending, walking, kneeling, stretching, and stooping

Tower Hill School is a coeducational private school for age 3 through Grade 12, dedicated to living our motto Multa Bene Facta Many Things Done Well. With a beautiful 44-acre campus located in northwest Wilmington, Tower Hill has a reputation as one of the top academic schools in the region. Our unparalleled resources include excellent faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and individualized learning support.

Tower Hill School prepares students from diverse backgrounds for full and creative engagement with a dynamic world. Each student is provided with an educational experience that emphasizes the development of an inquisitive, discerning, and critical mind; the value of being creative and aesthetically sensitive; the appreciation of physical well-being; the ability to collaborate and to function as part of a team; and the growth of character.