The University of Valley Forge seeks a Head Athletic Trainer. This is a full-time position reporting to the Director of Athletics. The Head Athletic Trainer is responsible to provide first aid and preventative measures for all student-athletes at the University of Valley Forge.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

General Duties:

• Work under the supervision of the Director of Athletics and in direct contact with the Team Physician with the aim of fielding a healthy team.
• Attend all home sporting events to prepare athletes for competition and provide assistance during events.
• Demonstrate ability to interact well with all parties involved in the care of student-athletes
• Use good judgment in responding to emergency (injury) situations.
• Communicate directly with head coach(es) on a daily basis or as required.
• Work within the budget designated when ordering sports medicine supplies.
• Organize and implement off-season training programs for athletes with the Head Coach of a sport, as time permits and interest warrants.
• Self-starter and able to handle confidential matters.
• Prepare annual budget for administrative approval.

Specific Duties:

• Oversee operation of training room including modalities, equipment and supplies used. Maintains general cleanliness of these areas.
• Secure bid proposals, place orders, and maintain inventory of sport medicine supplies and modalities.
• Prepare the athletes for each practice and game by exercising, preventative taping and bandaging, and providing guidance relative to the team warm-up.
• Work with Team Physician in conducting physical examinations for athletes.
• Work with Team Physician and Head Coach (es) to determine when it is medically safe for an injured athlete to return to competition.
• Actively participate in the rehabilitation of athletes following an athletic injury or surgery. Insure, to the degree possible, that the rehabilitation occurs on-site.
• Provide accurate and thorough injury records on student-athletes.
• Compile and organize physicals, emergency cards, and other pertinent information for each individual athlete.
• Communicate with other team’s trainer for all away games.
• Stock and prepare med bags for away contests.
• Remain active in professional organizations to remain current on new standards and techniques.
• Demonstrate ability to form healthy relationships with higher education students.
• Assist in other duties whenever called upon as needed for the good and welfare of the total College ministry.

Spiritual Requirements

• All employees must be openly committed followers of Christ and sign the Community Life Standards

Qualifications and Abilities

Personal Qualities – The ability to identify personal strengths, weaknesses, skills, and limitations, and to use this understanding profitably.

• The desire to grow, develop, and mature, both spiritually and professionally.
• The ability to create and maintain a Christian professional atmosphere in all internal and external relationships.
• A spirit of cooperation and willingness to serve as a team.
• A professional appearance.

Spiritual Abilities – Evidence of a desire to grow in grace and in the knowledge of Christ.

• An identifiable salvation experience.
• A pattern of spiritual development characterized by prayer, Bible study, and regular attendance at a local church or involvement in church ministry.
• A commitment to ministry and encouragement of others toward the same.

Skills and Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Services related field and a master’s degree preferred
• Licensed Athletic Trainer and/or Certified Athletic Trainer – NATA

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or related job experience of 1-2 years preferred.

The University

The University of Valley Forge (UVF) is an accredited Christian university of the Arts, Sciences, and Professions located on a beautiful 100+ acre campus in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. With over 40 undergraduate majors, six graduate programs, and dozens of credentialed and dedicated professors, UVF is committed to the mission to prepare individuals for a life of service and leadership in the church and the world. The University hereby affirms its commitment to equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, disability, age, genetic information, or status as a disabled veteran.

To be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to

University of Valley Forge

Human Resources

Email: HR@valleyforge.edu