Assistant Athletic Trainer

Ball State University; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Sick days

Holidays

Parental leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement benefits

Tuition assistance

Dependent tuition aid

Job summary

Ball State University is seeking an Assistant Athletic Trainer to support NCAA Division I student-athletes in a collaborative athletics department. You will work with coaches and medical staff to safeguard athletes’ health and contribute to performance and development.

Responsibilities include coordinating daily health care operations, supervising trainees, evaluating injuries, and implementing rehab programs in partnership with team physicians.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required by date of appointment.
• NATA certification and Indiana licensure eligibility.
• At least two years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day operations of the health care program for Intercollegiate Athletics.
• Supervise athletic training for one or more sports as assigned.
• Evaluate injuries and refer to physicians as needed.
• Design and implement rehabilitation programs in coordination with team physician.
• Coordinate with training staff and mentor athletic training students.
• Direct communication between athletes, staff, physicians and coaches for assigned sports.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

NATA certification

Indiana Athletic Trainer State License or eligible for licensure

Job description

Position Title:

Assistant Athletic Trainer

Compensation:

$45,000-$47,000

Department:

Athletic Training

About this opportunity:

Join a dedicated team committed to supporting the health, safety, and success of NCAA Division I student-athletes. As an Assistant Athletic Trainer, you'll work directly with student-athletes and coaches in a collaborative, high-performing athletics department that values excellence, innovation, and student development. Ball State University offers a welcoming campus community, outstanding professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of student-athletes every day. If you're passionate about sports medicine and want to be part of a department that strives to compete for championships while fostering student success, we'd love to hear from you.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

What you’ll do and what you’ll bring:

Position Function:

Perform duties as assigned with the health care program and as directed by the Head Athletic Trainer.

Duties & Responsibilities

• 1. Make recommendations for the coordination of the day-to-day operations of the health care program for Intercollegiate Athletics.
• 2. Serve as the athletic trainer and have direct supervision for one or more sports, as necessary on a daily basis, as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer.
• 3. Evaluate injuries and make physician referral decisions for assigned sports.
• 4. Design and implement, in coordination with the team physician, all rehabilitation and therapeutic programs for assigned sports.
• 5. Work in conjunction with other members of the training staff, to supervise the athletic training students in the athletic training major.
• 6. Direct all communication between the athlete, training room staff, team physicians, and coaching staff for the assigned sports.
• 7. Coordinate with the Strength and Conditioning Coach regarding programs for injured and rehabilitating athletes.
• 8. Some teaching may be included as assigned by the Chair of the School of Physical Education, Sport, and Exercise Science.
• 9. Show commitment to and responsibility for, adherence to all rules and regulations of Ball State University, the Mid-American Conference and the NCAA.
• 10. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university by date of appointment;
• 2. NATA certification; Indiana Athletic Trainer State License or eligible for licensure.
• 3. At least two years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1. Master's degree.
• 2. At least three years of related experience.

What we offer:

• At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer paid 24 vacation days, 12 sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.
• When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. We do the same for you. In fact, we'll cover 100 percent of the tuition costs for you to earn your undergraduate degree and 80 percent of your graduate tuition. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.
• Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

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