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Position Type
Professional Staff
Employment Status
Full Time
Months
10
Campus
Biddeford, ME
Description
The University of New England (UNE) is seeking an Athletic Trainer to join our Athletics department to support the welfare and athletic experience of our varsity student-athletes. The Athletic Trainer is responsible for providing direct care, developing and implementing injury prevention strategies, coordinating with medical professionals, and handling key administrative duties to ensure health and safety. This role is essential in fostering a safe, supportive, and high-performance environment, enhancing the student-athlete experience.
This is a 10-month, salaried exempt position with year-round benefits. The typical contract period runs from August through May, with two months off-contract during the summer (June-July), subject to variation based on sport coverage needs.
About The University of New England
UNE is Maine's largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state's top provider of health professionals and home to Maine's only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.
UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an 8% match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick and personal time; and educational benefits. Please visit the Human Resources Benefits site for additional information regarding UNE's fantastic benefits package.
Responsibilities
The Athletic Trainer plays a crucial role in supporting the overall student-athlete welfare and their athletic experience. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in the planning and coordinating of the Athletic Training Services, functions, and programs.
- Provide athletic training services to student-athletes:
- Conducting comprehensive injury management, from prevention and recognition to evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation, as well as administering emergency first aid in the event of injury
- Manage injuries and rehabilitation under physician's direction as appropriate
- Counsel athletes
- Prepare athletes for practices and contests by providing preventative taping, protection of previous injuries and giving special instructions for safety etc.
- Establishing a system that guarantees athletes receive independent medical care while ensuring that team doctors and athletic trainers have the ultimate authority on decisions about an athlete's health and when they are cleared to return to play
- Stay current with new developments in athletic training methods and technology
- Travel with athletic teams as deemed appropriate by the Head Athletic Trainer
- Complete essential administrative tasks including timely completion of documentation, reviewing and approving student-athlete medical records (including but not limited to physical exams, health history questionnaires etc)
- Maintain and operate athletic training room facilities and equipment
- Supervise student workers as necessary
- Serve as a preceptor for athletic training students by providing training, supervision, and evaluation, if applicable
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelors and/or Masters degree in Athletic Training required.
- Current certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association required.
- Current Maine State ATC licensing required (or ability to get licensed).
- Current CPR/AED certification (or ability to get certified).
- Availability to work hours on nights, early mornings, and weekends.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships while dealing professionally with students, coaches, physicians, university student health and others while carrying out position responsibilities.
- Must be flexible, collaborative and have a positive attitude.
- Broad-based technical knowledge and skills related to athletic training and sports injuries.
- Proficiency in diagnosis and treatment of injuries and development of appropriate rehabilitation programs.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality.
EEO Statement Summary
Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)
Posting Number
2022PS0994P
Close Date
Open Until Filled
To apply, visit
https://une.peopleadmin.com/postings/26715
Athletic Trainer
Position Type
Professional Staff
Employment Status
Full Time
Months
10
Campus
Biddeford, ME
Description
The University of New England (UNE) is seeking an Athletic Trainer to join our Athletics department to support the welfare and athletic experience of our varsity student-athletes. The Athletic Trainer is responsible for providing direct care, developing and implementing injury prevention strategies, coordinating with medical professionals, and handling key administrative duties to ensure health and safety. This role is essential in fostering a safe, supportive, and high-performance environment, enhancing the student-athlete experience.
This is a 10-month, salaried exempt position with year-round benefits. The typical contract period runs from August through May, with two months off-contract during the summer (June-July), subject to variation based on sport coverage needs.
About The University of New England
UNE is Maine's largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state's top provider of health professionals and home to Maine's only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.
UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an 8% match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick and personal time; and educational benefits. Please visit the Human Resources Benefits site for additional information regarding UNE's fantastic benefits package.
Responsibilities
The Athletic Trainer plays a crucial role in supporting the overall student-athlete welfare and their athletic experience. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in the planning and coordinating of the Athletic Training Services, functions, and programs.
- Provide athletic training services to student-athletes:
- Conducting comprehensive injury management, from prevention and recognition to evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation, as well as administering emergency first aid in the event of injury
- Manage injuries and rehabilitation under physician's direction as appropriate
- Counsel athletes
- Prepare athletes for practices and contests by providing preventative taping, protection of previous injuries and giving special instructions for safety etc.
- Establishing a system that guarantees athletes receive independent medical care while ensuring that team doctors and athletic trainers have the ultimate authority on decisions about an athlete's health and when they are cleared to return to play
- Stay current with new developments in athletic training methods and technology
- Travel with athletic teams as deemed appropriate by the Head Athletic Trainer
- Complete essential administrative tasks including timely completion of documentation, reviewing and approving student-athlete medical records (including but not limited to physical exams, health history questionnaires etc)
- Maintain and operate athletic training room facilities and equipment
- Supervise student workers as necessary
- Serve as a preceptor for athletic training students by providing training, supervision, and evaluation, if applicable
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelors and/or Masters degree in Athletic Training required.
- Current certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association required.
- Current Maine State ATC licensing required (or ability to get licensed).
- Current CPR/AED certification (or ability to get certified).
- Availability to work hours on nights, early mornings, and weekends.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships while dealing professionally with students, coaches, physicians, university student health and others while carrying out position responsibilities.
- Must be flexible, collaborative and have a positive attitude.
- Broad-based technical knowledge and skills related to athletic training and sports injuries.
- Proficiency in diagnosis and treatment of injuries and development of appropriate rehabilitation programs.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality.
EEO Statement Summary
Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)
Posting Number
2022PS0994P
Close Date
Open Until Filled
To apply, visit
https://une.peopleadmin.com/postings/26715
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Verify your BOC certification transfers
PERM petitions for Athletic Trainers require state licensure in the hiring state. Confirm your Board of Certification credentials are recognized before your employer files, since missing a state license can stall the entire labor certification.
Target employers with existing PERM history
University athletic departments, hospital-based sports medicine programs, and professional sports organizations have the legal infrastructure to run a PERM recruitment process. Search OFLC disclosure data to identify which employer types have filed for Athletic Trainer roles previously.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring Athletic Trainer jobs
Filter by green card sponsorship history to surface employers who have already navigated PERM for this occupation. Migrate Mate surfaces that data by role, so you're not cold-applying to employers who've never sponsored.
Understand the EB-3 prevailing wage requirement
Your employer must pay at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your role and worksite location. Check the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer to confirm the wage level your employer will need to certify.
Request the offer letter before PERM recruitment starts
PERM requires your employer to post the job publicly at the certified wage before filing. Getting a written offer that confirms your title, duties, and wage locks in your position as the intended beneficiary throughout the recruitment period.
Account for PERM's multi-year timeline in your planning
PERM labor certification currently takes over a year at DOL, and the full green card process adds more time before you can adjust status. Structure any temporary work authorization, such as H-1B visa or O-1 visa, to bridge that window without a gap.
Green Card Athletic Trainer: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Athletic Trainer roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Athletic Trainer positions are filed under EB-3, which covers skilled workers requiring a bachelor's degree and professional licensure. EB-2 sponsorship is available if the role requires an advanced degree or your employer can demonstrate the position demands graduate-level specialized knowledge. Your employer's PERM petition specifies which category applies based on the job requirements they define.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Athletic Trainers?
H-1B is a temporary visa requiring annual cap registration and a lottery, and it must be renewed while you remain employed. EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency with no renewal cycle. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone currently takes over a year at DOL, making it a longer but permanent solution compared to H-1B's faster but temporary authorization.
Which employers typically sponsor Athletic Trainers for a green card?
University athletic departments, hospital-affiliated sports medicine clinics, professional sports franchises, and large multi-site rehabilitation networks are the most common sponsors. These organizations have HR and legal infrastructure to manage the PERM recruitment process. Smaller outpatient clinics can sponsor but may require more time to set up the required DOL compliance steps for the first time.
Where can I find Athletic Trainer jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you filter Athletic Trainer roles by employers with documented green card sponsorship history, so you're targeting positions where PERM is already a known process for the hiring team. This avoids the common situation of progressing through interviews only to learn the employer has never sponsored and isn't willing to start.
What credentials does DOL expect to see in a PERM filing for an Athletic Trainer?
USCIS and DOL both look at whether the minimum requirements in the job description match the actual duties. For Athletic Trainers, standard requirements include a bachelor's degree in athletic training or kinesiology and current BOC certification. Your employer must list the state licensure requirement if the hiring state mandates it, and the prevailing wage must reflect those requirements as confirmed through the OFLC Wage Search.