Athletic Trainer

Doane University; Crete (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Doane University is seeking a full-time Athletic Trainer to support student-athletes' health and well-being. Responsibilities include injury prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation, along with support to sports teams. This role plays a vital part in both the students' athletic and academic success while offering competitive benefits, including free tuition for employees.

Benefits

Free tuition for undergraduate programs

Discounted tuition for graduate programs

Competitive paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• State of Nebraska athletic trainer licensure or eligibility required.
• NATABOC certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prevent and treat injuries; ensure health and well-being of student-athletes.
• Provide support during practices and competitions.
• Develop and motivate student-athletes academically and athletically.

Skills

Integrity

Evaluation

Rehabilitation

Communication

Collaboration

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training

Tools

Pyra-MED system

Computer hardware/software relevant to work functions

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

We offer competitive paid time off, benefits packages, and professional development opportunities. To support our employees’ educational goals, we offer free tuition for undergraduate programs and discounted tuition for graduate programs at Doane.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Athletic Trainer

Job Type

Job Type Full Time - 10 months

Division

Department

Department Sports Medicine

Job Location

Position Summary

Ready to make a difference in the lives of student-athletes? Doane University Athletics is looking for an Athletic Trainer to join our team! In this role, you’ll be responsible for preventing, treating, and rehabilitating injuries, ensuring the health and well-being of student-athletes. You’ll also provide vital support to assigned sports teams during practices and competitions, playing an integral part in their success both on and off the field.

View the full position description here

Doane University actively works to create and sustain a welcoming learning community for all members to fulfill their potential, feel valued, and make meaningful contributions to the University. Doane University is an equal-opportunity employer and seeks candidates who reflect the diversity of our society. Following USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Doane is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas.

FLSA

Salary Commensurate with experience, with a starting salary of $40,000

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Athletic Training.

• Proven record of integrity, high principles and demonstrated skill in developing and motivating student-athletes academically and athletically.
• Skill in efficiently evaluating, rehabilitation, educating & revising a plan of care based on the needs of the student-athletes.
• Skill in organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines & following up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
• Ability to communicate to give adequate directions & instructions to athletes & students.
• Understanding & ability to update, enter & monitor the Pyra- MED system.
• Skill in communicating clearly & effectively, orally & in writing
• Ability to work collaboratively with a broad & diverse population of students, families, peers & colleagues.
• Flexibility & patience as interruptions of work are routine. Must be self-motivated & able to complete job assignments without direct supervision.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time & walk long distances, as well as good mobility skills.
• Knowledge of computer hardware equipment & software applications relevant to work functions.

Preferred Qualifications

Required Licenses/Certifications

• A valid Nebraska driver’s license and driving record acceptable to the college’s automobile insurance provider is required.
• Proof of valid NATABOC certification.
• State of Nebraska athletic trainer licensure or eligible for State of Nebraska licensure.
• First aid and CPR certification.

Preferred Licenses/Certifications

Physical/Environmental/Working Conditions

Working Conditions

This position requires a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, along with frequent travel to accommodate game and tournament schedules.

Travel Required

Travel Required Yes

Physical Requirements

Outdoor Exposure Exposed to both indoor and outdoor elements

Background Check Required Yes

Posting Number

Posting Number STF138

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Open Date 05/28/2025

Review Start Date

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

We offer competitive paid time off, benefits packages, and professional development opportunities. To support our employees’ educational goals, we offer free tuition for undergraduate programs and discounted tuition for graduate programs at Doane.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Upon employment can you provide proof of valid NATABOC certification?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Upon employment can you provide proof of a State of Nebraska athletic trainer licensure or eligible for State of Nebraska licensure?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Upon employment can you provide proof of a First Aid and CPR certification?

  (Open Ended Question)