Assistant Athletic Trainer

Drexel University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Drexel University in Philadelphia is seeking an Assistant Athletic Trainer to support varsity student‐athletes across Division I programs. This role provides athletic trainer coverage, injury evaluation, treatment, and coordination of medical care.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree, NATABOC certification, PA license or eligibility, and CPR/AED certification. Weekend/evening availability and travel are required, along with a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Minimum of 1 year clinical or post Bachelor's experience.
• Current NATABOC certification, Pennsylvania licensed or eligible.
• Active CPR/AED certification or ability to acquire by the start of the position.
• Excellent communication skills for use with a variety of constituents including professional staff and students.
• Ability to work weekend and evenings.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability to travel extensively throughout the year.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, care, prevent and treat athletic injuries and related illnesses.
• Inform coaches on status of injuries, determine ability to compete in an event and communicate this to coach & athlete.
• Arrange medical appointments as necessary for student athletes. Maintain electronic medical records or student-athletes.
• Make necessary doctor's appointments and accompany student athletes to visits as appropriate.
• Serve as the primary athletic trainer and travel with assigned teams.
• Cover home athletic events & practice sessions for intercollegiate teams.
• Assist in coordination of day‑to‑day operations of the DAC and Vidas athletic training rooms.
• Communication with student‑athletes, team physicians, coaches, performance team, and all other medical personnel involved with a student‑athletes medical treatment.
• Coordinate medical insurance referral process and insurance claim management.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Assistant Athletic Trainer

Job no: 507063

Work type: Full-Time

Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA

Categories: Drexel University

Job Summary

This position will be a member of the Sports Medicine team that oversees the medical needs of Drexel Athletics Varsity student‑athletes. This position will be responsible for athletic trainer coverage for Division 1 Athletic programs as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Evaluate, care, prevent and treat athletic injuries and related illnesses.
• Inform coaches on status of injuries, determine ability to compete in an event and communicate this to coach & athlete.
• Arrange medical appointments as necessary for student athletes. Maintain electronic medical records or student‑athletes.
• Make necessary doctor's appointments and accompany student athletes to visits as appropriate.
• Serve as the primary athletic trainer and travel with assigned teams.
• Cover home athletic events & practice sessions for intercollegiate teams.
• Assist in coordination of day‑to‑day operations of the DAC and Vidas athletic training rooms, which includes maintaining an accurate, organized & efficient training room.
• Communication with student‑athletes, team physicians, coaches, performance team, and all other medical personnel involved with a student‑athletes medical treatment.
• Coordinate medical insurance referral process and insurance claim management.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience. (Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.)
• Minimum of 1 year clinical or post Bachelor's experience.
• Current NATABOC certification, Pennsylvania licensed or eligible.
• Active CPR/AED certification or ability to acquire by the start of the position.
• Excellent communication skills for use with a variety of constituents including professional staff and students.
• Ability to work weekend and evenings.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability to travel extensively throughout the year.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters Degree.
• Experience in intercollegiate athletics.

Physical Demands

• Typically standing, walking
• Typically bending, crouching, stooping
• Typically running, climbing
• Lifting demands 50lbs

Location

• University City - Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information

This position is classified as Exempt, grade I. Compensation for this grade ranges from $45,330 - $68,000 per year. Please note that the offered rate for this position will vary based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on Drexel's compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel's Benefits Brochure.

Advertised: Aug 11 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: Sep 11 2026 Eastern Daylight Time