Asst/Assoc Athletic Trainer

NATA; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Michigan University, Athletics – Sports Medicine, Mount Pleasant, Michigan, seeks an Assistant Athletic Trainer for Women's Basketball to deliver comprehensive athletic training services. The role covers daily medical care, injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation, with travel to competitions.

Collaboration with coaches and the Sports Medicine team is essential. Michigan licensure, NATA-BOC certification, and CPR/AED are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Athletic Training from an accredited program.
• Current NATABOC certification in good standing.
• Michigan licensure or eligibility upon hire.
• CPR/AED certification for Healthcare Provider.
• Strong communication with athletes, coaches and clinicians.
• Excellent organization and prioritization.
• Willingness to travel and work evenings, weekends, holidays.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily athletic training coverage for Women's Basketball practices and travel.
• Evaluate, treat and rehabilitate injuries; coordinate referrals with team physicians.
• Collaborate with coaches, strength staff and the broader Sports Medicine team.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and injury-tracking records.
• Communicate clearly with student-athletes, coaches and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Travel readiness

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Athletic Training

Master's in related field (Sports Medicine, Kinesiology)

Tools

EMR systems (ATS, SportsWare)

injury-tracking software

Job description

Assistant Athletic Trainer — Women's Basketball

Central Michigan University | Athletics – Sports Medicine | Mount Pleasant, Michigan

Position Summary

The Assistant Athletic Trainer is a certified and licensed healthcare professional responsible for delivering comprehensive athletic training services to Central Michigan University (CMU) intercollegiate student-athletes, with primary assignment to the Women's Basketball program. This position provides daily medical care for assigned teams, including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, referral, and rehabilitation. The Assistant Athletic Trainer travels with the team to competitions, attends home events and practices, and plays an integral role within the collaborative Sports Medicine healthcare team.

Questions about this position may be directed to Wes Sohns at [e-mail]. (College Athletic Trainers' Society)

Diversity, Equity & Equal Opportunity Statement

CMU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and institution. CMU does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex-based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, or weight.

CMU is an AA/EO institution, providing equal opportunity to all persons, including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, and strongly and actively strives to increase diversity and provide equal opportunity within its community. (CMU Office of Civil Rights and Institutional Equity)

CMU's Title IX Coordinator can be reached at:

Phone: [phone]
Office: 103 E. Preston St., Bovee University Center, Suite 306, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
Email: [e-mail]

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily athletic training coverage for Women's Basketball practices, competitions, and team travel
• Evaluate, treat, and rehabilitate student-athlete injuries; coordinate referrals with team physicians and outside providers
• Collaborate with coaches, strength and conditioning staff, and the broader Sports Medicine healthcare team
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and injury-tracking records
• Communicate clearly and effectively with student-athletes, coaches, and healthcare professionals

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Athletic Training from an accredited institution
• Certification as an Athletic Trainer in good standing with the National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification (NATABOC)
• Current licensure as an Athletic Trainer in the State of Michigan, or eligibility for licensure upon hire
• Current CPR/AED certification for the Healthcare Provider, or equivalent
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively with student-athletes, coaches, and healthcare professionals
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and priorities
• Willingness and availability to travel and work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, Kinesiology, or a closely related field
• Two years of full-time experience as a certified athletic trainer, preferably in a collegiate or professional sports setting
• Experience working with NCAA Division I student-athletes
• Advanced certifications such as Graston Technique, Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM), Active Release Techniques (ART), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES), or Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES)
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) and injury-tracking software (e.g., ATS, Healthy Roster, SportsWare)
• Experience supervising or mentoring athletic training students, graduate assistants, or interns
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Knowledge of NCAA and conference rules related to student-athlete health and wellness