Assistant Athletic Trainer ( 2 vacancies)

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Athletic Trainer to support the daily operations of athletic training facilities. This role involves ensuring proper medical care and rehabilitation of athletic injuries, with responsibilities tailored to the applicant's interests and team needs. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to excellent customer service. If you are passionate about sports medicine and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this position offers a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact on athletes' health and performance.

Qualifications

• NATABOC certified or eligible for certification by Spring 2024.
• Strong ethics and customer service skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily operations of athletic training facilities.
• Provide medical care, prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Athletic Injury Treatment

Rehabilitation Techniques

Education

Bachelor's in Athletic Training

Master's Degree

Tools

Graston Technique

FMS

Active Release Therapy

Job description

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Assistant Athletic Trainer ( 2 vacancies)

Applications must be submitted online at www.careers.sc.gov. Receipt of individual applications not acknowledged. See position status at www.lander.edu/hr. Lander University is a tobacco-free campus. All final candidates are subject to successfully completing background requirements.

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

University Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday – FridayPosition Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week.To include some nights and weekends

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

The Assistant Athletic Trainer assists in the daily operation of the two Athletic training facilities and will assume the responsibility of the proper medical care, prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Primary team assignments will be determined based on the applicant’s interest and team availability. At times during the year, you might be asked to assist with coverage of other sports. There is minimal to no travel required with this position.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A Bachelor's of Arts or Science in Athletic training. Must be NATABOC certified or eligible to sit for the exam in the spring of 2024 and be eligible for State of South Carolina licensure. Professional rescuer CPR/AED certification. Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills. A valid driver's license and safe driving history are required. Must have strong skills in providing excellent customer service and demonstrate strong ethics.

Preferred Qualifications

A master’s degree. Demonstrated experience in intercollegiate athletics, particularly in injury prevention and rehabilitation. Advanced rehabilitation techniques such as: Graston, FMS, active release therapy, or other manual or IASTM methods. Certified through the Red Cross or American Heart Association as a CPR/First Aid instructor.

Additional Comments

Must have the ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, student, and other constituents on campus. Must have understanding of current athletic training techniques in regards to the recognition, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Experience working with a variety of sports is beneficial. Experience working as a member of a comprehensive sports medicine team is crucial. Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations required