Lehigh University Lehigh University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Lehigh University provides comprehensive benefits including partner benefits.

Lehigh University is seeking a passionate and dedicated Assistant Director of Sports Medicine to join our Athletics Staff team. This Exempt Staff Full-time position (S98160) offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the well-being of our student-athletes and play a vital role in the success of our athletic programs.The Lehigh community takes seriously our commitment to antiracism and The Principles of our Equitable Community. - https://www.lehigh.edu/inprv/pdfs/activepdfforms/PrinciplesEquitySheetv2_032212.pdf As the Assistant Director of Sports Medicine, you will work closely with the Director of Sports Medicine, providing exceptional healthcare services to our student-athletes. Your primary responsibilities will include ensuring the physical, mental, emotional, and educational well-being of our athletes, while delivering high-quality medical care to support their performance and recovery. Key Accountabilities: Injury Prevention and Management: Implement strategies to prevent injuries among student-athletes. Assess and diagnose injuries, develop treatment plans, and oversee rehabilitation programs. Provide the utmost quality of health care for all student-athletes. Emergency Care and Response: Provide immediate medical care and attention to injured student-athletes. Coordinate emergency response protocols and procedures. Ensure student-athletes physical and mental well-being. Treatment and Rehabilitation: Administer appropriate therapeutic treatments and modalities. Design and monitor comprehensive rehabilitation programs for injured student-athletes. Contribute to student-athletes educational well-being. Medical Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for student-athletes. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and protocols. Support student-athletes emotional well-being. Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with coaches, trainers, and other healthcare professionals. Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents, and staff. Specific duties assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine. Continuing Education and Professional Development: Stay current with the latest advancements and best practices in sports medicine. Attend relevant conferences, workshops, and training programs. Contribute to the overall success of the athletic programs. This role requires a strong commitment to excellence, a thorough understanding of sports medicine practices, and the ability to collaborate effectively with coaches, trainers, and other healthcare professionals.

Lehigh University offers a comprehensive and family friendly benefits package which includes but is not limited to Health Care, Retirement and Educational benefits. Information can be found on our website - https://hr.lehigh.edu/benefits

This position is a Grade: 8 - 40, offering an approximate salary of $46,180-$55,420 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications. The duties of the position do not allow for a remote work option; the employee in this position will be required to work on campus where they can be fully accessible to the Lehigh community. This position works with minors. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehighs Accommodations Specialist

Qualifications:

Masters Degree in Sports Medicine or related field

One to three years of work experience

Experience as a Certified/Licensed Athletic Trainer in the collegiate setting preferred

NAT National Certification preferred

State Licensure preferred

CPR/First Aid Certification preferred

Valid Drivers License and good driving record

Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position Only complete applications will be considered therefore please complete the application in its entirety. Once the posting is removed from the website applications may no longer be allowed to be completed.

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