Assistant Athletic Trainer

Mercer University; Illinois; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercer University Athletics is seeking an Assistant Athletic Trainer to join the Macon, Georgia campus. The role focuses on athlete-centered, evidence-based care and collaborating with diverse healthcare providers within a busy department.

The incumbent will coordinate services with coaches, strength and conditioning, academics, and administration, while adhering to HIPAA, university policy, NCAA compliance, and professional ethics. Travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field is required with some prior experience in an athletic training program.
• BOC certification and Georgia Licensure eligibility required (or eligible).
• Master's degree, dry needle and IV certifications are desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide athlete-centered, evidenced-based, comprehensive health care for student athletes in intercollegiate athletics.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers and coordinate athletic training services with coaches, strength and conditioning, academics, and administration.
• Comply with HIPAA, university policies, NCAA compliance, and professional codes of ethics.
• Follow Mercer University values and ethics and ensure readiness for safe return to play across primary sport assignment of women's basketball.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field

BOC certification

Georgia Licensure eligibility

Master's degree in athletic training (desirable)

Dry needle certification (desirable)

IV certification (desirable)

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Athletic Trainer

Department

Athletics

College/Division

General University

Primary Job Posting Location

Macon, GA 31207

Additional Job Posting Locations

(Other locations that this position could be based)

Job Details

Mercer University Athletics is searching for an Assistant Athletic Trainer on the Macon, Georgia campus.

Responsibilities

• The Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for providing, athlete centered, evidenced based, comprehensive health care for student athletes participating in intercollegiate athletics.
• This position will work in conjunction with a variety of approved healthcare providers.
• The incumbent will coordinate athletic training services working with coaches, strength and conditioning, academics, and administration.
• The Assistant Athletic Trainer must comply with HIPAA regulations, University policy, and NCAA compliance.
• In addition, this role will adhere to the values and beliefs of Mercer University, the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Code of Ethics, the BOC Standards of Professional Practice, and the regulations set forth by the state of Georgia.
• The primary sports assignment is women's basketball.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field from an accredited college/university is required along with some prior experience in an athletic training program.
• Candidates must have BOC certification and have (or be eligible for) Georgia Licensure for Athletic Training.
• Candidates with a master's degree in athletic training or a related field, dry needle certification, and/or IV certification are desirable.
• Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be insurable by the university's carrier as this position requires travel.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Examination, assessment, and diagnosis of injury/illness to determine appropriate course of action.
• Ability to communicate with diverse population.
• Ability to implement rehabilitation protocols and use therapeutic modalities and exercise to provide accommodation in sport related injury/illness.
• Ability to assess readiness for safe return to play.
• Ability to coordinate medical appointments and mange athletic training facility.
• Ability to travel on university business and must be insurable by the university's carrier.

Background Check Contingencies

• Criminal History
• Approved Driver's Check

Required Document Attachments

• Resume
• Cover letter
• List of three professional references with contact information

About Mercer University

Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer’s twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer’s employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.

Why Work at Mercer University

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more!

At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career.

Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo.

If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University.

For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective-employees/

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Family

Staff Athletics Exempt

EEO Statement

EEO/Veteran/Disability

Why Work at Mercer

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid time off, technology discounts and so much more!

At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career.

Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo.

If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want ...

For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective/

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The University will ensure equal opportunity for applicants and employees in all of its policies and practices, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, compensation, benefits, layoff and recall policies, University-sponsored training programs, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs.

Persons needing reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the application process or for other questions regarding employment at Mercer University, please contact Human Resources.