Assistant Director for Sports Medicine

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Work type:Exempt Staff Full-time
Location:Bethlehem
Categories:Health Care, Athletics

Lehigh University is seeking a highly motivated and skilled professional to join our dynamic team as an Assistant Director of Sports Medicine. This full-time position within the Athletics Staff department offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the overall well-being of our student-athletes. 

As the Assistant Director of Sports Medicine, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our student-athletes receive exceptional healthcare services. Key responsibilities include:

• Minimize risk of injury/illness of student-athletes impacted by or involved in a specific activity through awareness, education, and intervention.
• Interpret pre-participation and other relevant screening information in accordance with accepted and applicable guidelines to minimize the risk of injury and illness.
• Administer baseline orthopedic, podiatric, and concussion screening for new student-athletes.
• Contribute to annual program goals, objectives, strategic plan and metrics for the Sports Medicine program.
• Contribute to position searches, interviews, and recommendations regarding the hiring of staff.
• Implement prevention programs based upon injury trends associated with primary and secondary sport program assignments.
• Attend clinical symposia, presentations, and in-services necessary to fulfill continuing education requirements for professional certification and state licensure.
• Develop, foster, and maintain effective relationships with student-athletes, coaches, parents, administrators, team physicians, consultants, department staff, and university staff.

To be considered for this role, you must possess the following qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Sports Medicine, a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• One to three years of related work experience
• Current certification from the National Athletic Trainers' Association preferred
• Experience as a Certified/Licensed Athletic Director in the collegiate setting preferred
• CPR/First Aid Certification preferred
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, and medical professionals

Lehigh University is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and a vibrant campus community. As an employer, we offer a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth and development. Our inclusive and supportive work environment fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal fulfillment. Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and we seek qualified candidates to contribute to the university’s mission.

If you are passionate about promoting the well-being of student-athletes and strive for excellence in your field, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Lehigh University. Join our team and contribute to the success of our student-athletes while advancing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist .
• Variable shifts/schedule
• Ability to work evening, holiday or weekend hours during peak periods
• This position works with minors
• 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
• Please note the expected start date for this position is on or after July 1st 2025

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.

Advertised:April 22, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:Open until filled