Assistant Athletic Trainer - Varsity Health & Rehab Lead

Wheeling Jesuit University, Inc.; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheeling University seeks an Assistant Athletic Trainer to support health, safety, and well-being of varsity student-athletes. You will assist in prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation under the Head Athletic Trainer and coordinate care with physicians and therapists.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, athletic training experience, strong documentation and teamwork skills, and flexibility to work evenings and travel as needed. On-site position in Wheeling, WV.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of one year of relevant athletic training or sports medicine experience preferred.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, and medical documentation standards related to athletic training and student-athlete care.
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as required by athletic schedules.
• Ability to travel with teams and remain out of town for extended periods as necessary.
• Must be able to walk, remain in a stationary position for extended periods, move about the office or athletic field/area, and lift/carry up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide athletic training services in the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries sustained by varsity student-athletes.
• Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in administering comprehensive health care services for student-athletes, including injury prevention programs, treatment protocols, and rehabilitation plans.
• Provide athletic training coverage for assigned practices, competitions, and team activities, including injury evaluation, immediate care, and determining participation status in accordance with departmental protocols.
• Develop and oversee rehabilitation programs for injured student-athletes to support safe return to participation.
• Maintain accurate and confidential medical documentation and records related to athletic injuries, treatments, and rehabilitation progress.
• Coordinate referrals and follow-up care with team physicians, physical therapists, and other healthcare providers.
• Monitor and assist with insurance claims related to student-athlete injuries as needed.
• Assist with the operation of the Athletic Training Room, including inventory management, ordering supplies, and supporting the athletic training budget process.
• Support and promote the University’s mission while contributing to the academic and athletic success of student-athletes.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

organizational skills

communication skills

documentation skills

policy interpretation

physical stamina

team collaboration

flexibility in schedule

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Wheeling University seeks an Assistant Athletic Trainer to support health, safety, and well-being of varsity student-athletes. You will assist in prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation under the Head Athletic Trainer and coordinate care with physicians and therapists.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, athletic training experience, strong documentation and teamwork skills, and flexibility to work evenings and travel as needed. On-site position in Wheeling, WV.