Assistant Athletic Trainer

National Collegiate Athletic Association; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrum College, an NCAA Division III institution in Virginia, seeks a motivated Assistant Athletic Trainer. This full-time position involves providing medical services for 20 varsity programs, ensuring compliance with NCAA regulations, and supervising work-study students. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree, BOC certification, and a passion for student wellness and development.

Qualifications

• BOC certification and eligible for State of Virginia Athletic Training Licensure.
• Current Emergency Cardiac Care Certified (ECC) certification.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a certified athletic trainer preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily health care for Ferrum College student-athletes.
• Maintain appropriate athletic training room operations.
• Record and maintain medical records for treatment.

Skills

Patient care

Compliance

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

Athletic training software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ferrum College, an NCAA Division III institution located in Ferrum, Virginia, is looking for a motivated, energetic and passionate individual to be our next Assistant Athletic Trainer. This is a full-time, 12-month position Ferrum College, an NCAA Division III institution located in Ferrum, Virginia, is looking for a motivated, energetic and passionate individual to be our next Assistant Athletic Trainer. This is a full-time 12-month position that reports directly to the Head Athletic Trainer.

Ferrum College is a proud member of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC). We will be transiting from the Old Dominion Athletic Conference to Division II Conference Carolinas in the fall of 2025.

Primary Purpose:

The Assistant Athletic Trainer will assist in providing medical services for Ferrum’s 20 varsity programs. The successful candidate will be responsible for aiding the Head Athletic Trainer in the prevention, evaluation, treatment, referral, and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses to our student-athletes. The Assistant Athletic Trainer will ensure a culture of compliance within all NCAA Division III, ODAC and Ferrum College rules and regulations, and ensure all staff members and student-athletes comply with same. Finally, the successful candidate will serve in administrative capacity as needed and directed by the Head Athletic Trainer and/or the Director of Athletics.

Essential Functions:

Provide daily health care for Ferrum College student-athletes. Maintain appropriate athletic training room operations as directed by the head athletic trainer. Record and maintain appropriate medical records for treatment given through appropriate athletic training software. Provide daily coverage for all practice and competition, including some travel responsibilities, of assigned sports (sport assignments to be determined). Assist with inventory maintenance and budget. Serve in administrative capacity as needed and directed by the Head Athletic Trainer and/or the Director of Athletics. Serve on department and campus-wide committees as requested, as well as other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics. Supervisory Responsibilities:

The Assistant Athletic Trainer will have a supervisory role over work study students and student interns.

Other Preferences:

The candidate must be able to work independently and have the ability to work on evenings and weekends throughout the year to accomplish the tasks necessary for success in this field. The successful candidate must be committed to working and teaching within an environment that embraces the development of students around their education, cultural inclusion and diversity, mental health awareness and NCAA and ODAC compliance.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree; BOC certification; eligible for State of Virginia Athletic Training Licensure; current Emergency Cardiac Care Certified (ECC) certification; basic computer and Microsoft Office skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s Degree; experience working in a coeducational collegiate environment; two or more years of experience as a certified athletic trainer; experience with the The Athletic Trainer System; Additional certifications are desirable (First AID/CPR instructor, reputable strength and conditioning certification, Graston technique, FMS, etc.).

Required Licenses:

BOC certification; eligible for State of Virginia Athletic Training Licensure; current Emergency Cardiac Care Certified (ECC) certification; Current and valid driver’s license required.