FT Staff: Assistant Athletic Trainer

Shaw University•Raleigh, NC

36d•Onsite

About The Position

Shaw University is seeking a passionate Assistant Athletic Trainer to oversee the prevention, evaluation, care, treatment, and rehabilitation of injured athletes. This role works in conjunction with the Head Athletic Trainer and the Athletic Department to ensure the health and safety of all student-athletes. The Assistant Athletic Trainer will provide coverage of the athletic training room and travel with athletic teams, managing the care and prevention of athletic injuries, recognizing and managing injuries, overseeing rehabilitation, evaluating sports injuries, and making necessary referrals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training from an accredited college or university.
A minimum of 1 year of experience in collegiate or professional athletic training.
Must be able to travel extensively both in state and out of state.
Evening and weekend work is required.
Demonstrated knowledge of injury prevention techniques and injury evaluation required.
Familiarity with NCAA, NAIA or NJCAA governing rules.
A valid North Carolina drivers’ license is required.
A National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) certificate is required.
A license to practice as an Athletic Trainer in North Carolina is required.
Must have a valid driver’s license with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check.
Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Bi-lingual a plus.
CPR & First Aid/AED Certification.

Responsibilities

Recognizes and evaluates athletic injuries.
Coordination of appropriate medical coverage at all sports practices and events.
Manages athletic injuries by evaluating and treating student-athlete injuries.
Oversees and participates in the rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
Refers athletes to team physical as needed.
Provides coverage during practices and games.
Tapes and wraps athletes; provides water and ice.
Manages Department inventory and orders supplies when necessary.
Supervision, education, and recruitment of student and graduate assistant athletic trainers.
All other related duties as assigned.