Assistant Athletic Trainer

Bluefield University; Bluefield (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluefield University seeks an Assistant Athletic Trainer to support student-athletes in Bluefield, VA. This full-time, on-site role focuses on evaluating, treating, and rehabilitating injuries while maintaining accurate medical records.

You will provide preventative care before practices and games, supervise return-to-play plans with coaches and medical staff, manage facilities and equipment, and educate students on wellness and injury prevention within a Christ-centered, inclusive team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in athletic training or related field; master’s degree preferred.
• Current certification as an Athletic Trainer (e.g., BOC) and eligibility for state licensure.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, treat, and rehabilitate athletic injuries; maintain medical records.
• Provide preventative care before practices and competitions.
• Coordinate return-to-play programs with coaches and medical staff.
• Manage athletic training facilities, equipment, and supplies.
• Education and outreach for student-athletes on wellness, safety, and injury prevention.
• Support game-day coverage and adhere to regulations and best practices.

Skills

Injury Prevention

Prevention Strategies

Athletic Training Experience

Rehabilitation

Strength & Conditioning Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Company Description

Bluefield University is a Christ-centered learning community focused on developing servant leaders who positively impact their communities and the wider world. The university emphasizes academic excellence, character formation, and service-oriented leadership. Students and employees are encouraged to integrate faith, learning, and service in a supportive, collaborative environment. Bluefield University values integrity, respect, and a commitment to helping others thrive in their personal and professional lives.

Role Description

The Assistant Athletic Trainer is a full-time, on-site role located in Bluefield, VA, supporting the health and performance of student-athletes. This position assists with evaluating, treating, and rehabilitating athletic injuries, including maintaining accurate medical records and documentation. Daily responsibilities include providing preventative care before practices and competitions, supervising injury management plans, and coordinating return-to-play programs in collaboration with coaches and medical providers. The Assistant Athletic Trainer will help manage athletic training facilities, monitor equipment and supplies, and participate in education and outreach for student-athletes on wellness, safety, and injury prevention. The role also involves supporting game-day coverage, adhering to applicable regulations and best practices, and contributing to a positive, inclusive team environment.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Injury Prevention and Prevention strategies to support safe training and competition environments.
• Candidates should possess solid Athletic Training experience, including evaluation, treatment, and management of sports-related injuries.
• Candidates should possess competencies in Rehabilitation, including developing and implementing evidence-based recovery and return-to-play programs.
• Candidates should possess knowledge in Strength & Conditioning to collaborate on performance enhancement and functional training plans.
• Bachelor’s degree in athletic training or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
• Current certification as an Athletic Trainer (e.g., BOC certification) and eligibility for appropriate state licensure.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with coaches, medical staff, and students.
• Willingness to support the Christ-centered mission of Bluefield University and contribute to an inclusive, student-focused environment.