Connecticut College is conducting a regional search for On Call Athletic Trainers for Club Sports to provide emergency and non-emergency management and care for acute injuries, illnesses and medical conditions suffered by students while participating in club sport games.  The trainers will be scheduled to work throughout the academic year (40 weeks).

The On Call Athletic Trainer will evaluate athletic injuries and medical conditions, and provide immediate therapeutic care for such conditions within the scope of practice for an Athletic Trainer and/or refer athletes to appropriate medical attention as necessary, during club sports games.  In addition the On Call Athletic Trainer will determine the advisability of play for injured athletes and report this status to the appropriate team official; provide proper documentation to the Office of Student Engagement of all injuries; demonstrate ethical behavior in regards to work duties and in relationships with student-athletes and members of the campus community; insure universal precautions for bloodborn pathogens are followed in compliance with OSHA rules and regulations and must review and attest to the ability to carry out Connecticut College's Emergency Action Plan for the venue(s) of assigned games.  

Bachelor's Degree with current certification by the National Athletic Trainer's Association Board of Certification (NATA-BOC), current State of Connecticut Athletic Trainer License and current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification as a Professional Rescuer or Healthcare Provider and current personal liability insurance that includes a "moonlighting" clause required.  Ability to react calmly and effectively in an emergency situation; knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations; ability to interact well with a variety of people from all aspects of the College and community and have high integrity needed to handle confidential information.

Thorough applicant credentialing, including criminal records check, will be conducted on the selected applicant.

Connecticut College requires employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. This includes the booster vaccine. New employees must present their COVID-19 vaccination record to Human Resources prior to the first day of employment. Individuals who have a medical condition or sincerely held religious beliefs that prevent them from getting the vaccine may confidentially request an exemption through the office of Human Resources. Additional COVID-19 safety protocols such as participation in weekly testing will be required of faculty, staff and students who have approved vaccine exemptions.