Assistant Athletic Trainer

NC Central University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

Health Benefits

11-12 Paid Holidays

TSERS Pension

401k/457b

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Campus Recreation Center Discount

Bookstore Discount

Job summary

North Carolina Central University in Durham, NC invites applications for the Assistant Athletic Trainer to join its NCAA Division I sports medicine program. The position covers prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation of athletic injuries, with travel and in-season coverage for assigned teams.

The successful candidate will hold NATA BOC certification, possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and have 1–3 years collegiate experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, preferably in Physical Therapy, Health Science, Athletic Training, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of related professional experience at the collegiate level.
• NATA BOC certification required; state licensure or registration as athletic trainer may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assess health and physical condition of student-athletes and identify treatment needs.
• Administer preventative treatments and post-injury care and rehabilitation.
• Develop individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans for athletes.
• Provide daily athletic training coverage for assigned sports during practices and games.
• Maintain medical documentation and communicate with parents, guardians, and healthcare providers.
• Travel with teams for away competitions and provide medical support as needed.
• Coordinate medical coverage and transport for injured athletes and manage equipment.

Skills

Injury assessment

Communication

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Fast-paced environment

Patient care

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Position Information

• Position/Classification Title: Athletics Trainer/Physical Therapist
• Working Title: Assistant Athletic Trainer
• Position Number: 717495
• FLSA: Exempt
• Appointment Type: Permanent - Full Time
• Tenure Track: No
• FTE: 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months
• Department Hiring Range: The salary is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate's educational background, relevant experience, qualifications, and demonstrated expertise.
• EEO-1 Category: Professionals
• SOC Code: 29-9091 - Athletic Trainers

Position Overview

Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight! Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution-we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as 'The City of Medicine,' NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress. Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement. An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight. Visit NCCU.edu.

Employee Benefits

Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
• Community Service Leave
• NC State - Health Benefits
• NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 11-12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount and more.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The NCCU Department of Athletics' primary purpose is to provide leadership for an NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics program. The NCCU Department of Athletics places the highest priority on a quality academic and athletic experience as part of the overall education of student-athletes. The Department of Athletics seeks to strengthen the integration of the athletics program objectives with academic development objectives.

Primary Purpose of Position

The Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for the prevention, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries as part of the University's comprehensive sports medicine program. The position provides coverage for the athletic training room and travels with assigned athletic teams. The Assistant Athletic Trainer coordinates the prevention and management of athletic injuries, evaluates and provides appropriate care for injuries, oversees rehabilitation programs, and exercises independent judgment in assessing sports-related injuries. The position also makes appropriate referrals to physicians and other healthcare providers when necessary and works collaboratively with coaches, student-athletes, and sports medicine staff to promote the health, safety, and well-being of student-athletes.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of the physical training demands, conditioning requirements, and injury risks associated with various team and individual sports.
• Ability to effectively assess and respond to the physical and medical needs of student-athletes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effectively interacting with student-athletes, coaches, healthcare providers, and Athletics Department personnel.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with student-athletes, coaching staff, and administrative personnel.
• Ability to communicate medical information clearly, professionally, and appropriately while maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced collegiate athletics environment and respond appropriately to changing medical and operational needs.

Minimum Education/Experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, preferably in Physical Therapy, Health Science, Athletic Training, or a related field.
• One (1) to three (3) years of related professional experience at the collegiate level.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a medical, sports medicine, or athletic training setting preferred.
• Experience providing healthcare or injury management services to student-athletes or other athletic populations is desirable.

Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation

• Must hold current National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification (NATA BOC) certification.
• Must possess or be in the process of obtaining the appropriate state licensure, certification, or registration required to practice as an athletic trainer.
• Maintains all required professional certifications and state credentials in good standing.
• Performs clinical athletic training duties in accordance with applicable professional standards, institutional policies, and state regulations.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.
• North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University's internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.

Work Location

Fully On-site (dedicated office at Duty Station)

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Administrative

• Assesses the health and physical condition of assigned student-athletes and identifies appropriate treatment and rehabilitation needs.
• Administers preventative treatments and post-injury care and rehabilitation throughout the year.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans for assigned student-athletes.
• Determines appropriate medical care and intervention based on the nature and severity of injuries.
• Provides emergency first aid and immediate care for injured student-athletes as needed.
• Coordinates and facilitates the safe transportation of injured student-athletes when necessary.
• Monitors student-athlete progress throughout treatment and rehabilitation and adjusts care as appropriate.

Communication

• Provides daily athletic training coverage for assigned sports, including practices and home and away competitions.
• Provides on-site medical support and injury management during practices and competitions.
• Counsels injured or ill student-athletes regarding treatment, recovery, rehabilitation, and return-to-play expectations.
• Communicates with parents and guardians of student-athletes regarding injuries, illnesses, treatment plans, and recovery as appropriate.
• Coordinates medical appointments, diagnostic testing, and specialist referrals for injured or ill student-athletes.
• Follows up with medical providers regarding evaluation and diagnostic test results.
• Maintains appropriate documentation of medical evaluations, treatments, referrals, and follow-up care.

Operational Oversight

• Supervises the setup and breakdown of fields, courts, and athletic training areas for daily practices and competitions involving assigned sports.
• Ensures practice and competition venues are properly prepared, organized, and equipped to support the health and safety of student-athletes.
• Travels with assigned athletic teams for away competitions and provides athletic training and sports medicine support as needed.
• Coordinates medical coverage and necessary athletic training resources for away trips.
• Assists with the transportation and management of medical supplies and equipment during team travel.

Coordination - Work

• Maintains accurate, complete, and up-to-date injury records, daily treatment records, and other required medical documentation for student-athletes.
• Ensures medical records are properly documented, organized, and maintained in accordance with applicable policies and confidentiality requirements.
• Assists with the processing and coordination of insurance claims related to student-athlete injuries and medical services.
• Coordinates and supervises pre-participation physical examinations for assigned student-athletes.Ensures required medical clearances and documentation are completed prior to student-athletes' participation in athletic activities.
• Coordinates with physicians, healthcare providers, student-athletes, and relevant University personnel regarding medical documentation, insurance matters, and pre-participation requirements.