Edward R. Kelly
Associate Head Athletic Trainer
Ithaca,NY
Summary
Dedicated team player with extensive expertise in sports medicine and athlete support. Well-versed in rendering aid and preparing athletes for activities with effective taping, bracing and padding. Bring 31 years' experience in the field. Prevention-minded, dedicated and offering a flexible approach to handling dynamic situations and conditions. Proficient in preventing issues, determining care after injuries and overseeing therapeutic exercise programs. Excellent skills in documentation, reporting and interdisciplinary collaboration. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Associate Head Athletic Trainer
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY
10.2021 - Current
- Supervision of 14 staff members currently/ Perform Job Performance dialogs annually.
- Instructed athletes on appropriate stretches and at-home treatments for minor injuries.
- Coordinated care with team doctors, athletes, families and coaches.
- Provided emergency care, first aid and initial evaluations for any injury occurring on field, during practice, or while exercising.
- Educated athletes on importance of proper nutrition, rest and hydration.
- Developed and implemented preventive programs to minimize injuries.
- Assessed physical and physiological conditions of athletes to determine eligibility for competition.
- Liaised between athletes, coaches and doctors to coordinate appointments and support wellness.
- Monitored and evaluated injured athletes during rehabilitation sessions.
- Promoted health and well-being of student-athletes with implementation of injury prevention programs.
- Delivered emergency care for injured athletes on field or at sporting events.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Guest Lectures with Cornell Fitness/Strength and Conditioning Camp, Men’s and Women’s hockey camps, Boynton Middle School
- Maintained engaging and interesting lectures by combining different media.
- Performed and executed research in a published ice hockey study: American Collegiate Men’s Ice Hockey: An Analysis of Injuries American Journal of Sports Medicine, Vol 33, No 2.
- Cornell Health: Delivered large group lectures representing Cornell University Sports Medicine. Focused on role and importance of athletic trainers in athletics and role in Health Center.
Assistant Athletic Trainer
Cornell University
Ithaca, United States
07.1995 - 01.2005
- Working primarily with Varsity Football and Men's Hockey teams
- Responsible for supervision of student athletic trainers from Ithaca College and Cortland State curriculum programs
- On site supervisor/liaison for Ithaca College student athletic trainers off-campus affiliation
- Accountable for annual Medical Clearances for 1100 athletes
- Oversee and recruit students from Cornell to volunteer and lend a hand in athletic training room
- Facilitated positive rule change for Sprint Football regarding weight reduction
- Organized lecture with Physicians, Physical therapist and athletic trainers: May 2009 -Sports Medicine Update: Pathologies & Treatment of the Hip & Athletic Pubalgia
- Frappier Hockey Treadmill
Athletic Trainer
Frozen Four
Albany, NY
04.2001 - 04.2001
- Final Four Division I Ice Hockey Championships
- Drug-Testing Liaison for NCAA at this Regional.
- Coordinated care with team doctors, athletes, families and coaches.
Cornell University Guest Lecturer
Cornell University
Ithaca, United States
07.1996 - Current
- Men’s and Women’s Hockey Camp
- Discussion with 7-16 year old hockey players about nutrition and role it plays in their performance.
- Educated athletes on importance of proper nutrition, rest and hydration.
- Ithaca High School: promotion of job and information disseminated to grade 9-12 interested in field.
- Cornell Health Center: Improving understanding of our role in the Sports Medicine model and how we fit into Health Center.
- IYHA Coaches: education for head Injuries 2019-present
Athletic Trainer
NCAA Ice Hockey East Regionals
Albany, NY
03.2000 - 03.2000
- Assisted host school with Sports Medicine coverage for Division I East Regional.
Representative
Edward R. Kelly, Cornell University Alcohol
Ithaca, NY
01.1995 - 01.1996
- Researched campus wide availability of drug and alcohol programs offered to athletes.
- Researched relevant resources to assist members, identified member representation needs and troubleshot next steps to provide optimal support for member.
Assistant Athletic Trainer
University Of Maryland Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD
07.1993 - 01.1995
- Working primarily with Men's and Women's Soccer, Women's Basketball and Men's Lacrosse
- Instructor of Sports Medicine class of 18-20 student athletic trainers
- Responsible for scheduling coverage for all athletic teams.
- Developed and implemented preventive programs to minimize injuries.
- Assessed physical and physiological conditions of athletes to determine eligibility for competition.
- Monitored and evaluated injured athletes during rehabilitation sessions
- Devised rehabilitation and exercise plans to aid healing, build strength and prevent further injury
Athletic Trainer
National Victory Games
Hartford, CT
01.1993 - 01.1994
- For individuals with physical disabilities competing in Olympic type events
- Games open to athletes with cerebral palsy, strokes, closed head injuries or other neurological disorders that fit into USPAA's classification system.
- Delivered emergency care for injured athletes on field or at sporting events.
Volunteer Athletic Trainer
United States Greco, Roman Olympic Trials
Albany, NY
05.1992 - 05.1992
- Increased coordinated care with team doctors, athletes, families and coaches.
- Provided emergency care, first aid and initial evaluations for any injury occurring on field, during practice, or while exercising.
Education
Master of Science - Education Administration
University At Albany
Albany 09.1991 - 05.1993
Athletic Training and Health Education
Springfield College
Springfield, MA 09.1987 - 05.1991
Skills
Organization and Time Management
Interpersonal Communication
Cultural Awareness
Self-Motivated
Active Listening
Dependable and Responsible
Multitasking Abilities
Accomplishments
· Published Article in Training and Conditioning Magazine January 29, 2015: https://training-conditioning.com/article/groin-pains/
· Performed and executed research in a published ice hockey study: American Collegiate Men's Ice Hockey: An Analysis of Injuries American Journal of Sports Medicine, Vol 33, No 2.Designed course curriculum, oversaw its implementation and taught grades 7-9
- Charles Redmond Most Distinguished Alumni Award 2020 (Springfield College) 2020
- Nominee, NCAA Safeguards Committee February 1998
- Was one of four Nominees to represent the NCAA Safeguards Committee on mouthpieces role in Ice Hockey
- Presented importance, compliance and future of mouthpieces at NCAA Ice Hockey Coaches Convention.
- Inventor of protective elbow brace; Pro Orthopedics
Certification
Certified Member of the NATA
Affiliations
National Athletic Trainers' Association (Certification # 089102405, Member # 890914)
New York State Athletic Trainers' Association
Timeline
Associate Head Athletic Trainer
Cornell University
10.2021 - Current
Athletic Trainer
Frozen Four
04.2001 - 04.2001
Athletic Trainer
NCAA Ice Hockey East Regionals
03.2000 - 03.2000
Cornell University Guest Lecturer
Cornell University
07.1996 - Current
Assistant Athletic Trainer
Cornell University
07.1995 - 01.2005
Representative
Edward R. Kelly, Cornell University Alcohol
01.1995 - 01.1996
Assistant Athletic Trainer
University Of Maryland Baltimore County
07.1993 - 01.1995
Athletic Trainer
National Victory Games
01.1993 - 01.1994
Volunteer Athletic Trainer
United States Greco, Roman Olympic Trials
05.1992 - 05.1992
Master of Science - Education Administration
University At Albany
09.1991 - 05.1993
Athletic Training and Health Education
Springfield College
09.1987 - 05.1991