Assistant Athletic Trainer

About the position

Eastern New Mexico University, an NCAA Division II institution and a member of the Lone Star Conference, is seeking applicants for an assistant athletic trainer full-time. This position will report directly to the Head Athletic Trainer and work within the Eastern New Mexico Sports Medicine team. New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Work with and assist the team physician(s) in providing sports medicine coverage for all sports teams
• Provide/plan for any emergency health care needs of student athletes
• Provide treatment, rehabilitation, and preventative plans for student athletes
• Maintain appropriate medical records for student athletes' health care, including but not limited to physical examinations, insurance information and injury evaluation reports
• Communicate with all members of the sports medicine department, as well as coaches, strength and conditioning coaches, and athletic director
• Schedule physician appointments as needed throughout the school year
• May teach 1-3 courses in Health and Physical Education (AT courses) if interested
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred)
• BOC Certification or eligibility to sit for the exam yielding a passing result prior to starting
• Eligibility for New Mexico state license
• First Aid, CPR and AED certification
• A valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle in all kinds of weather and road conditions

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with NCAA governing rules
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work as a member of a sports medicine team