Assistant Athletic Trainer

Morehouse College; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated sports medicine professional to provide essential services to student-athletes. This role involves assessing injuries, delivering care, and maintaining comprehensive records to ensure the health and safety of athletes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sports medicine, possess relevant certifications, and be committed to promoting student-athlete welfare. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will make a significant impact on the academic and athletic success of student-athletes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in sports medicine or related field.
• Knowledge of NCAA and SIAC rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide sports medicine services to student-athletes.
• Assess injuries and deliver appropriate care.
• Maintain training room hours and student-athlete records.

Skills

NATA certification

Georgia State licensure

Experience in sports medicine

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

This position provides sports medicine services to Morehouse College student-athletes. Candidate must be committed to student-athlete academic progress. Candidate must comply with NCAA , SIAC , and Morehouse College rules and regulations.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited institution with a bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of two years of experience related to the summary of duties or a combination of education and experience related to the summary of duties totaling six years
• Certification with the NATABOC

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education/Experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field
• NATA certification and Georgia State licensure
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years

Physical Demands

• Intermittent standing, stooping, walking, or sitting
• Frequently lifting of light objects
• Uses equipment of varying weights and sizes
• The work is performed in an office, athletics facility, and occasionally in cold or inclement weather outdoors.
• Possible exposure to contagious or infectious diseases or irritating chemicals
• Use of protective devices, including masks, goggles, gloves, etc. is required
• Monitors and evaluates student-athletes at all home sporting events on- and off-campus as needed
• Assesses injuries and delivers appropriate care
• Evaluates student-athletes’ readiness for play
• Refers to physicians as needed
• Serve as a first responder as necessary
• Maintains training room hours
• Provides physical therapy and rehabilitation for student-athletes
• Maintains current student-athlete records, including medical and physical reports, medical clearances, insurance information, etc.
• Monitors student-athletes’ injuries until released from doctor
• Serves as a liaison for the athletic department with appropriate doctors and medical staff
• Coordinates student-athletes’ physician visits for sport-related injuries
• Instructs student-athletes in the use of training equipment
• Develops rehabilitation programs for student-athletes
• Orders supplies and make payments
• Performs other duties as assigned

Percentage Of Time

Posting Number

Posting Number S1182P

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 05/07/2025

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement Summary

Morehouse College is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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