Assistant Athletic Trainer

National Collegiate Athletic Association; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Shenandoah University is seeking an Assistant Athletic Trainer to manage athlete injuries and support their health on the Winchester campus. This full-time position includes responsibilities such as injury assessment, rehabilitation strategies, and documenting care. Ideal candidates will possess the necessary certifications and a solid educational background in Athletic Training.

Qualifications

• CPR/AED Certification for Health Care Professionals/First Responders required.
• BOC Certification and current Virginia license needed.
• Good standing with Athletic Trainer Board of Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite care and management of sports injuries and illnesses.
• Document all student-athlete encounters electronically.
• Coordinate and implement injury prevention programs.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Communication

Organization

Assessment Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records System

Job description

Shenandoah University’s Office of Athletics is accepting applications for an Assistant Athletic Trainer. This is a full-time benefited position located on our main campus in Winchester, Virginia.

Responsibilities:

- Applied Knowledge: Athletic trainers must have knowledge of a large range of medical problems. Assessment, evaluation skills, and working with other healthcare professionals will be required.

- Decision-Making Skills: Ability to think critically and make independent decisions regarding the assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and return-to-play decisions per state licensure guidelines.

- Attention to Detail: This should be thorough and detailed with injury tracking and documentation with an electronic medical records system. Assist in coordinating and scheduling medical coverage for practices and events.

- Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate effectively in high-stress/pressure situations when talking to student-athletes, medical professionals, staff, and families.

- Must have the ability to organize, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks with little or no supervision.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

- Onsite care and management of injuries and illnesses include prevention, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation.

- Assess the risk of injury, perform ergonomic evaluation and coaching, self-care implementation, and overall wellness promotion.

- Electronic documentation of all student-athlete encounters.

- Coordinate and implement injury prevention programs and preventative strategies and programs customized to each student-athlete.

- Minimize the risk of injury through awareness, education, and prevention strategies.

- This position mentors those students in the graduate athletic program and supervises those students participating in the federal work-study program.

- Follow the NATA Code of Ethics as well as understand and follow HIPAA and FERPA regulations.

- Remain current on all Virginia state and national requirements for license renewal.

-Agree to comply with all University, ODAC, and NCAA bylaws and legislation.

- Other duties and secondary duties as assigned by the supervising head athletic trainer for the operation of the athletic department and/or the athletic training department.

How to Apply:

The complete application will include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a qualified candidate is selected.

**Note: A pre-employment background check will be required and a satisfactory driving record may be required as a condition of hire.

Shenandoah University values individuals' and communities' unique and diverse perspectives locally and globally. It seeks to foster mutual understanding in an inviting community where individuals are welcome and respected. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or on any other basis protected under applicable law.

Required Skills

• CPR/AED Certification for Health Care Professionals/First Responders
• BOC Certification
• Current License to Practice as an Athletic Trainer in the Commonwealth of Virginia
• NATA Membership
• Good standing with the Athletic Trainer Board of Certification and the Virginia Board of Medicine

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training; Master's degree preferred
• Experience with a variety of sports