WVU-Athletic Trainer - Sign on Bonus Eligible

WVU Medicine; Fairmont (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in West Virginia is seeking an Athletic Trainer to manage on-site injury prevention and respond to emergencies during practices and games. Applicants should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Athletic Training or Physiology and state licensure. Responsibilities include conducting injury evaluations, managing concussion protocols, and traveling with teams. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and experience in athletic training. This role offers a supportive environment and a full-time position.

Qualifications

• Current Licensure in Athletic Training required by state.
• Nationally Certified Athletic Trainer through the Board of Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides on-site injury prevention, taping, bracing, and supervision.
• Responds to acute injuries and emergencies during practices and games.
• Conducts injury evaluations and coordinates referrals.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Judgment and Decision Making

Monitoring

Problem Sensitivity

Deductive Reasoning

Inductive Reasoning

Oral Comprehension

Near Vision

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training or Physiology

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training or Physiology.
• Current Licensure as required by state in which services will be provided:
• OH: Athletic Trainer through Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Training Board
• WV: Athletic Trainer through West Virginia Board of Physical Therapists
• Nationally Certified Athletic Trainer through the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in Athletic Training.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides on-site injury prevention, taping, bracing, and warm‑up supervision before practices/games.
• Responds to acute injuries and emergencies during practices and games.
• Conducts injury evaluations, coordinates referrals, and communicates with parents, coaches, and physicians.
• Manages concussion protocols, return‑to‑play progression, and hydration/heat illness monitoring.
• Travels with teams as needed, often working afternoons, evenings, and weekends.
• Conduct musculoskeletal assessments using clinical and functional testing.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Coordinate referrals to physicians, physical therapists, or specialists when necessary.
• Administer therapeutic exercises and modalities to promote healing.
• Track progress and adjust plans based on patient/athlete recovery status.
• Educate on injury prevention and safe return‑to‑activity protocols.
• Maintain detailed and accurate treatment records.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, state regulations, and organizational policies.
• Communicate regularly with medical professionals, coaches, parents, and/or patients.
• Serve as a resource for injury prevention and athletic health education.
• Determine fitness for participation pre‑season and post‑injury.
• Assist in the selection and fitting of protective equipment.
• Maintain an effective and efficient athletic training room, equipment, and related implements.

Physical Requirements

• Requires the ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for prolonged periods of time.

Working Environment

• Typical outdoor weather conditions.
• Potential exposure to blood‑borne pathogens and bodily fluids.
• Office / school environment.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Active Listening
• Critical Thinking
• Judgment and Decision Making
• Monitoring
• Problem Sensitivity
• Deductive Reasoning
• Inductive Reasoning
• Oral Comprehension
• Near Vision

Additional Job Information

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Exempt/Non‑Exempt: United States of America (Exempt)
• Shift: United States of America (Exempt)
• Company: WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals
• Cost Center: 8160 UHA Orthopaedics
• Address: 1325 Locust Avenue, Fairmont, West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.