Assistant Athletic Trainer

Clarkson University; Village of Potsdam (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarkson University in Potsdam, NY is hiring an Assistant Athletic Trainer for a ten-month, onsite role beginning August 1, 2025. You will provide coverage for 20 intercollegiate teams, manage injuries, and ensure compliance with NCAA and NY state licensure requirements.

The position requires a Master’s Degree in Athletic Training, BOC certification, NY licensure, and CPR/First Aid. Travel for away games and weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in athletic training or related field.
• 1–3 years of collegiate athletic training experience.
• BOC certification and NY state licensure required.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide practice and game coverage for intercollegiate teams, including travel.
• On-site care, evaluation, and rehabilitation of injuries per NCAA guidelines.
• Electronic documentation of patient encounters and reports.
• Coordinate injury prevention programs and return-to-play decisions.
• Communicate with physicians and coaching staff about injuries.
• Assist Head Athletic Trainer with policies and emergency plans.
• Move supplies and assist with training room operations.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Decision-Making Skills

Applied Knowledge

Education

Master’s Degree in Athletic Training

Job description

Assistant Athletic Trainer

Location: US-NY-Potsdam

Pay Range: USD $47,000.00 - USD $50,000.00 /Yr.

Overview

This position incorporates all aspects of the athletic training profession within the parameters of the New York State Licensure and both the Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics set forth by the National Athletic Trainers Association. The Assistant Athletic Trainer will work with the Head Athletic Trainer to provide coverage for 20 intercollegiate teams.

General duties include but are not limited to prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, and ensuring compliance with all NCAA and HIPAA laws of all student athletes. This is a ten‑month, onsite renewable position beginning August 1, 2025.

General Purpose: Athletic Trainer in collegiate sports, that cares, treats, develops injury prevention programs, and rehabilitates student athletes in a way that will promote and demonstrate the mission and goals of Clarkson University.

Responsibilities

• Provide necessary practice and game coverage for athletic teams, including travel to away venues and working on weekends and nights.
• On‑site care and management of injuries and illnesses, including prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation both in and out of season.
• Electronic documentation of patient encounters; file and maintain all necessary reports associated with athletic injuries and/or incidents and rehabilitation.
• Communicate with physicians and coaching staff regarding the injury status of athletes.
• Provide appropriate physician referral assistance for student athletes in need of additional care in a timely manner.
• Review medical and insurance forms to determine whether each student athlete meets the necessary criteria for participation; establish an emergency list for each team with insurance information and important medical history.
• Coordinate and implement injury prevention programs and customized preventative strategies for each patient; provide appropriate pre‑ and post‑practice/game care.
• Relate effectively to student athletes, coaches and other health care professionals, and the University community.
• Minimize risk of injury through awareness, education and prevention strategies; create a safe playing environment by monitoring and controlling environmental risks.
• Provide health information and counsel athletes, parents and coaches on matters pertaining to the physical, psychological and emotional health and well‑being of the competitive athlete.
• Provide accommodation recommendations related to sport for student athletes with restrictions or limitations.
• Provide visiting teams with adequate supplies and training‑room assistance.
• Assist with overseeing training rooms to assure proper maintenance, cleaning, and supplies; procure and monitor athletic supplies and equipment.
• Assist the Head Trainer in the administration of Clarkson’s Athletic Insurance Policy, Athletic Training Policy and Procedures, and Emergency Action Plans.
• Move supplies (water, ice, etc.) to game/practice venues; lift approximately 50 lbs.
• All other duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer.

Qualifications

Education: Minimal Qualifications: Master’s Degree.

Experience: Minimal Experience: 1-3 years of collegiate athletic training experience; demonstrated commitment to furthering the goals and objectives of both the University and Athletics Department; ability to communicate effectively with student‑athletes and coaching staff; knowledge of NCAA Division I and III rules and regulations.

Preferred Experience: 2-4 years of collegiate athletic training.

Certifications/Licenses: Must be BOC Certified and possess state athletic training licensure, certification or registration; Current certification in CPR and First Aid required; Certified to work in the USA and New York State.

Essential Skills

• Applied Knowledge: Knowledge of a broad range of medical problems; assessment and evaluation skills; collaboration with other healthcare professionals.
• Decision-Making Skills: Ability to think critically and make independent decisions regarding assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and return‑to‑play decisions per state licensure guidelines.
• Attention to Detail: Thorough and detailed injury tracking and documentation.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate effectively in high‑stress/pressure situations with patients, medical professionals, staff and families.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to organize, prioritize and perform multiple tasks with little or no supervision.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Health & Safety

Health & Safety: All staff have a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University’s Health, Safety and Environmental Policy & Procedures.

Disclaimer Statement

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.

EEO Statement

A special instruction to applicants: Clarkson is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative action employer and actively encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities. All offers of employment are subject to a background check, including employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records.