Associate Athletic Trainer

Furman University•Lexington, MA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Athletic Trainer to join our team and support the health and performance of our athletes. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preventing, diagnosing, and treating sports-related injuries and, for collaborating with coaches, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine or related field.
Certified Athletic Trainer in good standing with the BOC.
South Carolina Licensure eligible
Minimum 2-3 years’ experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer
CPR/AED and First Aid Certification
Strong interpersonal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Athletic Training, Sports medicine or related discipline.
At least 2 years of supervisory experience
Experience working with NCAA D1 environment
Experience with performance optimization/sports data analytics software
Experience with functional movement screening tools and movement analytics

Responsibilities

Provide immediate care and injury assessment during practices, games, and events.
Develop and implement injury prevention programs, including taping, bracing, and conditioning regimens.
Create and manage rehabilitation programs for injured athletes.
Maintain accurate medical records and documentation of treatment plans and progress.
Communicate effectively with coaches, athletes, parents and medical personnel regarding injury status and recovery.
Assist in coordinating physician referrals and follow-up care.
Ensure adherence to NCAA, conference and institutional health and safety protocols, including concussion management, emergency action planning and drug testing procedures.
Supervise designated athletic training facility, including daily operations, cleanliness, scheduling, and equipment upkeep.
Supervise and mentor athletic training students and interns as applicable.
Organize and participate in education and outreach efforts to promote athlete wellness, recovery and performance optimization.
Assist the Director of Sports Medicine with developing and implementing Sports Medicine Department Policy.
Assist in onboarding and training of new staff to ensure continuity of care and adherence to department protocols.