Assistant Athletic Trainer

Morehouse College; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Morehouse College seeks a committed Sports Medicine Provider to deliver medical services to student-athletes. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree, experience in sports medicine, and relevant certifications. Responsibilities include assessing injuries, providing rehabilitation, and coordinating with medical staff. Join a valued team dedicated to the success and health of student-athletes!

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience related to the duties.
• Certification with NATABOC required.
• NATA certification and Georgia State licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide sports medicine services to student-athletes.
• Evaluate injuries and deliver appropriate care.
• Maintain current student-athlete records, including medical history.

Skills

Knowledge of sports medicine

Ability to assess injuries

Rehabilitation program development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in 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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