Assistant/Associate Athletic Trainer

Barton; Wilson, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Barton College seeks an Assistant/Associate Athletic Trainer to work under the supervision of the Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine. This role involves preventing, evaluating, and managing injuries within the college's comprehensive sports medicine program.

Responsibilities include coordinating medical coverage for competitions, maintaining thorough records, and collaborating with physicians and other health professionals to care for student-athletes.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred; Bachelor’s degree in appropriate area required.
• BOC certification, North Carolina athletic training licensure, and First Aid/CPR.
• Valid North Carolina Driver’s license or ability to obtain one.
• Knowledge of NCAA regulations and eligibility rules.
• High ethical standards with ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Prevent athletic injuries and illnesses; evaluate and treat injuries.
• Deliver care in collaboration with doctors and other health professionals.
• Perform athletic training administrative duties.
• Coordinate and schedule medical coverage for home and away competitions.
• Recordkeeping and documentation of treatments and outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians and allied health professionals to care for student-athletes.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Education

Master's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

The Assistant/Associate Athletic Trainer works under the supervision of the Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine and supervises the care of student-athletes competing in the College’s athletic programs. The Assistant/Associate Athletic Trainer is responsible for the prevention, evaluation, management of injuries within the College’s comprehensive sports medicine program.

Essential Functions:

• Prevention of athletic injuries and illness.
• Evaluation and treatment of athletic injuries.
• Athletic training administrative duties
• Assist with coordination and scheduling of medical coverage for home and away competitions.
• Recordkeeping and documentation.
• Work with doctors and other allied health professionals to deliver care to student-athletes

Other Areas:

• Other duties assigned by the Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine and Director of Athletics.

QualificationsDesired Education, Skills, and Experience:

Master’s degree preferred, Bachelor’s degree in appropriate area of specialization required. Three to five years professional experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certified by the Board of Certification (BOC), State Athletic Training Licensure and First Aid/CPR. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid North Carolina Driver’s license. Knowledge and experience of insurance policies and procedures, submitting claims and explanation of benefits. Basic knowledge of NCAA regulations. Strong oral and written skills; excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, and adequate computer skills. High ethical standards and ability to work with a diverse faculty, staff, students and other publics. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Barton College is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and welcomes all applicants. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Any claims of discrimination for TitleIX or otherwise should be directed to our Director of TitleIX & Campus Relations, Corey Coley, at P.O. Box 5000, Wilson, NC 27893, or at 252-399-6319 or [e-mail].