Assistant Athletic Trainer

Mercer University•Macon, GA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Mercer University Athletics is seeking an Assistant Athletic Trainer based on its Macon, Georgia campus. The position provides student-centered, evidence-based comprehensive health care for student athletes participating in intercollegiate athletics, in coordination with approved health care providers. The primary sports assignment is women's basketball. The Assistant Athletic Trainer coordinates athletic training services with coaches, strength and conditioning staff, academics, and administration. The role must comply with HIPAA regulations, university policy, and NCAA requirements, and adhere to Mercer University values, the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Code of Ethics, the BOC Standards of Professional Practice, and Georgia regulations. The position requires travel on university business and in-person work.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Some prior experience in an athletic training program.
BOC certification.
Georgia licensure in Athletic Training, or eligibility for Georgia licensure.
Valid driver's license.
Must be insurable by the university's insurance carrier.
Ability to examine, assess, and diagnose injury or illness and determine an appropriate course of action.
Ability to communicate with a diverse population.
Ability to implement rehabilitation protocols and use therapeutic modalities and exercise.
Ability to assess readiness for safe return to play.
Ability to coordinate medical appointments and manage an athletic training facility.
Ability to travel on university business.
Submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three professional references with contact information.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Athletic Training or a related field.
Dry needle certification.
IV certification.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive health care for student athletes participating in intercollegiate athletics.
Coordinate care with approved healthcare providers.
Coordinate athletic training services with coaches, strength and conditioning staff, academics, and administration.
Examine, assess, and diagnose injuries or illnesses to determine an appropriate course of action.
Implement rehabilitation protocols and use therapeutic modalities and exercise to accommodate sport-related injuries or illnesses.
Assess readiness for a safe return to play.
Coordinate medical appointments and manage the athletic training facility.
Travel on university business as required.
Comply with HIPAA regulations, university policy, NCAA compliance requirements, professional standards, and applicable Georgia regulations.