Athletic Trainer

University Of Memphis East; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Memphis East is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer to oversee athlete health and wellness. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree along with relevant certifications. Responsibilities include injury management, coordinating care with medical professionals, and promoting athlete health education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer.
• Must be CPR / AED / First Aid certified, BOC certified.
• Valid Tennessee driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Performs injury evaluation, management, and rehabilitation.
• Coordinates care with physicians and manages athlete medical records.
• Assists in hiring and supervision of the Athletic Training Fellows.

Skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Knowledge of Safety Requirements

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

University of Memphis Career Opportunities

Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer.
Must be CPR / AED /First Aid certified, BOC certified, and licensed in the state of Tennessee.
Must maintain and possess a valid driver’s license.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Special Conditions

The department is especially interested in candidates with a Master’s degree and experience in Division I setting.

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Some evenings and weekends may be required.

Posting Date

Posting Date 05/29/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Screening Begins Yes

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $45,000 per year

Full-Time/Part-Time

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Additional Working Conditions

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu.

Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application, if required by the system. Required work experience is based on full time hours. Part time work experience will be prorated as listed.

Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Is this posting for UofM employees only?

Is this posting for UofM employees only? No

Positions Supervised

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Consistently reliable and dependable.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Knowledge of applicable safety requirements.
Builds strong relationships with all levels of employees.
Can effectively handle a variety of complex and difficult problems or tasks at once.

Additional Position Information

Must be able to comply with all Athletic Department, University, Board of Trustees, NCAA , and Athletic conference policies and procedures.

Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)

Job Duties

Duties & Responsibilities

Performs Injury and illness prevention, evaluation, management, treatment, and rehabilitation. Provides first aid and emergency care coverage during practices, games, training sessions, and travel. Designs and performs rehabilitation exercise programs for injured athletes. Applies preventative taping and/or bracing to prevent or protect against athletic injuries. Administrates therapeutic modality treatments on injured athletes.

Duties & Responsibilities

Communicates with physicians and coaches regarding the physical progress of athletes. Coordinates physician care for injured or ill athletes.

Duties & Responsibilities

Assist with coordination of pre-participation physical exams on all athletes. Coordinates the medical records files for assigned student-athletes.

Duties & Responsibilities

Coordinates with dieticians on the nutritional needs for athletes and assists with education on health issues for coaches and athletes.

Duties & Responsibilities

Assists in the hiring and supervision of the Athletic Training Fellows department.

Duties & Responsibilities

Assists with inventory tracking and making sure equipment is in proper condition to use.

Duties & Responsibilities

Must maintain NATA - BOC certification, State of Tennessee Licensure, and CPR / AED certification.

Stays current in the athletic training field through continuing education classes and industry-specific publications.

Duties & Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a valid drivers license
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you currently certified in CPR/AED?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If you are currently not licensed in the State of Tennessee as a Certified Athletic Trainer, will you be able to receive your license within 90 days of hire?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Not Applicable