Associate Athletic Trainer

Central Michigan University; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Michigan University is seeking an Associate Athletic Trainer to provide on-site athletic training coverage for student-athletes, under senior staff supervision, across practices and competitions.

You will manage medical records, implement rehab protocols, and educate athletes on prevention and safe training techniques while coordinating referrals and maintaining safety compliance with NCAA and institutional policies.

Qualifications

• Professional athletic trainer skills including prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of sports injuries.
• Knowledge of emergency care, return-to-play and concussion management.
• Ability to collaborate with coaches, medical staff and administrators and communicate with diverse student-athletes.
• Strong documentation and organization for medical records and coverage scheduling.
• Commitment to student-athlete welfare and NCAA/conference policies.
• Current ATC certification and state licensure eligibility; bachelor's in athletic training.

Responsibilities

• Provide athletic training coverage for practices and games.
• Maintain accurate medical and treatment records.
• Implement evidence-based rehabilitation and return-to-play protocols.
• Educate student-athletes on injury prevention and wellness.
• Coordinate referrals to physicians and healthcare professionals.
• Participate in departmental meetings and assist with equipment inventory.

Skills

Injury prevention

Clinical evaluation

Treatment and rehabilitation

Return-to-play protocols

Emergency care procedures

Medical documentation

Communication with diverse student-ath

Organizational skills

Policy compliance knowledge

ATC licensure readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Company Description

Central Michigan University (CMU) is a student-centered public institution that emphasizes hands-on learning, innovative academic programs, and strong career preparation. With a main campus in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, and more than 25 higher education hubs across North America, CMU offers over 300 academic programs supported by faculty with significant industry experience. Students learn in state-of-the-art facilities such as the MakerBot Innovation Center, the Biological Station on Beaver Island, and the state's newest College of Medicine. Through internships, research, and close mentorship with professors, CMU graduates develop confidence, problem-solving skills, and leadership abilities. The university fosters a "Fired-Up" attitude and a culture in which graduates are prepared to tackle complex challenges in their professions.

Role Description

The Associate Athletic Trainer is an on-site role located in the United States, working directly with CMU student-athletes and athletic programs. This position supports the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports-related injuries under the supervision of senior sports medicine staff and in collaboration with coaches and strength and conditioning personnel. Day-to-day responsibilities include providing athletic training coverage for practices and competitions, maintaining accurate medical and treatment records, and implementing evidence-based rehabilitation and return-to-play protocols. The Associate Athletic Trainer will educate student-athletes on injury prevention, wellness, and safe training techniques, while helping to coordinate referrals to physicians and other healthcare professionals. This role also participates in departmental meetings, assists with inventory and maintenance of athletic training equipment and supplies, and promotes a culture of safety, inclusion, and compliance with NCAA and institutional policies.

Qualifications

• Professional athletic training skills, including injury prevention, clinical evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports-related injuries.
• Knowledge of sports medicine protocols, emergency care procedures, and best practices for return-to-play and concussion management.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with coaches, medical staff, and administrators, and to communicate clearly with student-athletes from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills for maintaining medical records, managing schedules, and coordinating coverage for practices and events.
• Commitment to student-athlete welfare, inclusivity, and adherence to NCAA, conference, and institutional policies and standards.
• Current certification as an Athletic Trainer (ATC) and eligibility for state licensure or registration, as required.
• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or a related field; a master's degree is preferred.
• Relevant experience working in collegiate or competitive athletics settings, including experience with a variety of sports.