What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Sports Medicine position at Mitchell College?
Mitchell College is conducting a national search for a Director of Sports Medicine who will direct, coordinate and administer a comprehensive sports medical program for the College's intercollegiate athletics. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day administrative services and operations essential for the successful implementation and development of all twelve NCAA Division III athletic programs as well as serve as the Head Athletic Trainer. The Director will manage and oversee a budget to hire third party and outside contracted assistance for game and practice coverage as well as explore the opportunity to supervise graduate interns that have required hours to complete their advanced degree.
This position is full time, academic year (11 months) and includes a comprehensive benefits package.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Manage overall sports medicine program for the College, including medical clearance and evaluation of incoming and returning student athletics, injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment and rehabilitation, educational programs and counseling for student athletes.
- Coordinate and schedule physical examinations and medical referrals for student-athletes to determine their ability to practice and compete.
- Refer to Physician if injury is beyond the scope of athletic training area.
- Provide athletic training services for the college’s athletic department including attendance at scheduled team practices and home and away competitions as necessary.
- Prepare practice and competition sites for emergency treatment and safety measures. Monitor environmental conditions to insure safety of student-athletes during practice and competition.
- Possess technical and practical expertise in appropriate application and supervision of a wide range of rehabilitative exercises/therapy and diagnostic equipment.
- Assist Athletic Director in the development of the sports medical program budget.
- Evaluate and recommend new technologies and equipment that would enhance the benefit of the sports medical program.
- Coordinate and organize all college and NCAA medical paperwork for all student athletes.
- Maintain complete and accurate confidential medical related records, reports and related paperwork on student athlete injuries, treatment and rehabilitation for insurance, legal and/or professional purposes. Document can include but not limited to concussion management testing. NCAA Injury Surveillance System, student athlete medical files and others as deemed necessary by NCAA, college or Athletic Director.
- Oversee master schedule of games and practices to ensure coverage.
- Schedule training room treatment hours for both traditional and non-traditional student-athletes.
- Communicate effectively and successfully with student athletes, head coaches, team physicians and administrators.
- In the course of your job you may have to lift heavy objects (30 lbs)
- Drive vehicles.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in appropriate area of specialization and 4-5 years professional experience. Master’s degree preferred 2-3 years professional experience.
- Certified by the National Athletic Trainer’s Association Board of Certification (NATABOC)
- State Athletic Training Licensure
- Familiarity with NCAA, GNAC governing rules
Mitchell is committed to the broader community through building strong, creative, and cooperative partnerships. Located on a beautiful waterfront campus in historic New London, CT, it is also home to championship NCAA Division III athletics and the Duquès Academic Success Center, which includes the renowned Bentsen Learning Center.
Mitchell College is an Affirmative Action-Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability and genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization or other non-merit factors.
