Head Athletic Trainer

• Locations 23 University Drive, Fort Kent, ME, 04743, US (On-site)
• Business Unit University of Maine at Fort Kent
• Job Schedule Full time
• Regular or Temporary Regular
• Department UMFK Varsity Athletics M/W
• Bargaining Unit Universities of Maine Professional Staff Association (UMPSA)
• Minimum Salary 58000
• Maximum Salary 58000
• Work Duration Months 12

The University of Maine at Fort Kent is looking to hire a Head Athletic Trainer. This position works closely with the Athletic Director regarding the Athletic Department policies and procedures as they relate to the student athletes’ health care. Works directly with student athletes and all coaches in the administration of their programs regarding health care for the student athletes (ex.

medical clearances reports, physical exams, physician referrals, insurance, and consent forms, safety equipment).

The Head Athletic Trainer is responsible for providing quality health services to student athletes, serving as a liaison between the athlete and the physician, and performing other University duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

Based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant, the salary is $58,000 plus a 10% employer contribution to the UMS retirement plan. We can provide housing for this position for one year if needed. Additional benefits (UMPSA Single Page Benefits) include medical, dental, vision, and tuition waiver programs for employees and dependents. The UMS is a recipient of the Wellness Councils of America’s Well Workplace Award and offers wellness programs.

• Direct the total intercollegiate sports program as it relates to first aid, care, injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries to the University’s student athletes.
• Provide initial injury evaluation, recommendations, and appropriate treatment.
• Develop a program of rehabilitation exercises and provide follow-up care as needed.
• Direct and coordinate student athlete physician referrals.
• Provide certified athletic trainer coverage for all home athletic contests, practices, and summer camps.
• Direct and coordinate the recruitment, training, and supervision of student athletic training interns.
• Disseminate and collect all needed pre-participation medical paperwork.
• Arrange and coordinate all pre-participation physical exams for student athletes.
• Conduct a pre-season orthopedic screening on an as needed basis.
• Complete season statistics involving injuries and facility use.
• Supervise the training room and direct and supervise the use of medical-related equipment including whirlpools, hydro collators, electrical stimulation, first aid equipment, and other related diagnostic and rehabilitation equipment.
• Maintain and complete medical-related documentation such as medical histories, injury and treatment reports, physician referral reports, physician exam results, and all other related information.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, standards, and codes.
• Prepare athletic training budget and monitor athletic medical supplies.
• Educate student athletes in best practices for fitness and prevention of injuries.
• Assists with the development and maintenance of emergency action plans and assists with education of athletics staff of medical policies, ensures all coaching staff is first Aid/CPR/AED certified.
• Perform AT duties during team travel when applicable.
• Assist the athletic department with hosting athletic events.
• Engage in programs and services that support the student affairs mission.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Athletics Director.

• Bachelor’s degree plus 1 to 3 years relevant experience.
• Certified Athletic Training License.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Ability to use independent judgment and management and impartation of confidential information.
• Ability to lift loads up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to travel.

• Five years as a collegiate athletic trainer or related experience.

This position reports to the Director of Athletics.

This position supervises Work-study students.