Assistant Athletic Trainer

NCAA; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 57,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado School of Mines seeks an Assistant Athletic Trainer to support student-athlete health within the Department of Athletics. You will report to the Head Athletic Trainer and help prevent, evaluate, treat, and rehabilitate injuries.

Responsibilities include documenting injuries, performing taping and bracing, maintaining licensure/certifications, and ensuring medical paperwork is up-to-date. Weekend/evening work and travel to away events are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in athletic training or health-related field is required.
• Three years in an athletic training setting preferred; entry-level ATC candidates considered.
• Current ATC Certification and Colorado licensure or eligibility are required.

Responsibilities

• Prevent, evaluate, manage, treat and rehabilitate athletic injuries as directed by the Head Athletic Trainer.
• Document injuries and rehabilitation progress.
• Demonstrate taping, strapping and bracing techniques and fit athletic equipment.
• Assist with treatments prescribed by physicians and maintain certifications.
• Ensure student athletes complete valid medical paperwork and medical exams.
• Provide coverage for practices, games, and related events; travel as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Scheduling & travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in athletic training or health-related field

Master's Degree

Job description

Details

Posted: 05-Aug-26

Location: Golden, Colorado

Type: Full-time

Salary: $57,000-$60,500

Categories: Sports Medicine

Sports Medicine - Athletic Training

Sector: Collegiate Sports

Preferred Education: Masters

Internal Number: JR109348

The Assistant Athletic Trainer works under the supervision of the Head Athletic Trainer and supervises the care of student athletes competing in the Department of Athletics at Colorado School of Mines. The assistant athletic trainer is responsible for the prevention, evaluation, management, treatment and rehabilitation of both short- and long-term injuries.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The assistant athletic trainer will be able to demonstrate an ability to perform the following functions regarding athletic injuries: prevention, assessment, treatment, (including First Aid) and reconditioning as set forth by the NATA Board of Certification.
• The assistant athletic trainer will document all injuries and rehabilitation.
• The assistant athletic trainer will demonstrate proper taping, strapping, bracing, and fitting of athletic equipment.
• The assistant athletic trainer will carry out all physician prescribed treatments and recommendations.
• The assistant athletic trainer will maintain Colorado State Licensure, BOC, and CPR certification in accordance with those respective governing bodies.
• The assistant athletic trainer will ensure all student athletes submit valid medical paperwork and physical exams prior to athletic participation.
• The assistant athletic trainer will provide coverage of assigned athletic practices, contests and related events as assigned by the head athletics trainer.
• The assistant athletic trainer must be willing to work weekends, evenings, and holidays. This includes travel to all away games and contests for men's soccer, softball, and jumps/throws/pole vaults for track.
• The assistant athletic trainer will obtain a written copy of all practices and game schedules from assigned sports/ coaching staff.
• The assistant athletic trainer must perform duties as assigned by the head athletic trainer and director of athletics to the best of his/her ability in a professional manner.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Addends meetings when necessary.
• Participates in designated staff functions including job related in-service training.
• Follows all University, RMAC and NCAA policies and procedures.
• Enforce Training Room rules.
• Other duties as assigned to meet the objectives goals of the program and/or Mines.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in athletic training or health-related field.
• Three years in an athletic training setting preferred. Entry level graduates with ATC certification will be considered.

Certifications And Licenses:

• Current ATC Certification
• Good Standing with the BOC
• Licensed in the State of Colorado (DORA) or eligible to be
• Current certification for First Aid, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

• Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work with diverse populations, as part of a team, and collaborate with others.
• Ability to work irregular hours and travel schedule required by the position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Master’s Degree
• Experience working football

Certifications And Licenses:

• Member of NATA and in good standing.
• Dry Needling certification or interest

JOB DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift weight up to 80 lbs.
• Typical physical activity of athletic training roles: standing for long periods of time, walking, occasional running, etc.

Potential Environmental Conditions/Hazards

• Must perform job duties in inclement weather

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