Assistant Athletic Trainer

Nazareth University; Town/Village of East Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking an Assistant Athletic Trainer to support student-athletes' health and performance. This role involves planning and implementing injury prevention and rehabilitation programs, providing emergency care, and overseeing practice and game coverage. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, relevant certifications, and experience in athletics. Join a vibrant community dedicated to student success and equity, and contribute to a dynamic environment that fosters professional growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Assist in planning and implementing injury prevention and rehabilitation programs.
• Provide pre-participation screenings and injury evaluations for athletes.

Responsibilities

• Coverage of practices and games for intercollegiate teams.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.

Skills

Athletic Training

Emergency Cardiac Care

Rehabilitation Techniques

Documentation Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

NATABOC Certification

CPR and First Aid Certification

Tools

AED

Basic Office Equipment

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title	Assistant Athletic Trainer
Position Type	Staff
Requisition Number	Posting101Staff
Department	Athletics
Title of Supervisor	Head Athletic Trainer
Full-time/ Part-time	Full-time
Work Hours per Week	Full-time
Weeks Per Year	44
Months Per Year:	10
Work Days	Weekdays, nights and weekends
Work Hours	40
End Date (required for Temporary, Per Diem, Independent Contractor/Agency):
Salary Range	$47,000 to $48,500
Hours and Months	40 hours and 10 Months a year
Exemption Status	Exempt

Staff Job Description

Job Description Summary	The Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for assisting in the planning, development, and implementation of prevention, care, and rehabilitation programs for athletic injuries. This position will serve as the primary athletics trainer for a designated group of sports, as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer.
Essential Functions	Athletic Training Support: Assisting the Head Athletic Trainer in providing student-athletes with pre-participation screenings, initial injury and illness evaluations, referrals, follow-up evaluations, wound care, and injury treatment. Delivering emergency cardiac care using an AED, along with other necessary emergency care. Supporting injury and post-surgery rehabilitation, taping, and bracing. Practice and Game Coverage: Day-to-day coverage of practices and games, both home and away, for specified intercollegiate teams-varsity and junior varsity. This includes pre-practice/game preparation, coverage during practices/games, and post-practice/game treatments and follow-up. Overseeing travel arrangements and supervising student staff during practices and games. Facility and Rehabilitation Oversight: Day-to-day coverage of the athletic training room for rehabilitation and evaluation of injuries. Maintaining accurate, complete, and timely documentation of medical records and injury reports, including daily updates on injury treatments and rehabilitation flow sheets for each student-athlete. Administrative Duties: Performing additional administrative duties as assigned. Serving as the primary athletics trainer for a designated group of sports as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer. Office work to include maintenance and updating of medical records, documentation of injuries, treatments, and rehabilitation flow sheets for each student-athlete. Other Duties: Other duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer.
Required Education, Experience, Technology Applications and Skills	Bachelor's degree NATABOC certification NYS Licensure or eligibility CPR, First Aid, AED for Professional Rescuer certification At least 1-3 years of experience in intercollegiate athletics, collision sports, or related fields
Preferred Education, Experience, Technology Applications and Skills	Master's degree American Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and AED Instructor certification
Supervisory Responsibilities	Student worker staff members
Physical Requirements	Must be able to stand, walk, and move around for extended periods; assist with lifting and carrying injured athletes as needed; demonstrate a variety of rehabilitation exercises; and work in a typical office environment using a computer, phone, and other office equipment. Must also be able to perform CPR if required.
Equipment to be used	Basic office equipment, including but not limited to telephone, computer, copier, and scanner. AED and any specific modalities as required.

Posting Detail Information

Join Nazareth University, a leading institution in Rochester, NY, with a vibrant community of approximately 1,900 undergraduate and 500 graduate students. We seek dedicated staff members who are committed to supporting student success, community engagement, and championing equity and inclusion. Located just minutes from downtown Rochester, our campus provides a dynamic environment for professional growth, innovation, and collaboration.

At Nazareth, we are committed to equity and inclusion, ensuring equal access to employment opportunities without discrimination. We advocate for an inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Our Anti-Discrimination Policy upholds fair treatment based solely on qualifications and merit.

Join us in celebrating diversity, where every individual, regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status, is valued and respected.

Posting Date	03/17/2025
Closing Date
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Quick Link	https://jobs.naz.edu/postings/4092