Athletic Trainer

Westminster University•Salt Lake City, UT

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The Athletic Trainer supports the Head Athletic Trainer in delivering comprehensive athletic training and sports medicine services for Westminster University’s Intercollegiate Athletic Programs. Under the direction of the athletic department, this role is responsible for coverage of assigned sports teams during practices, home and away competitions, and other team activities. The Athletic Trainer collaborates closely with physicians, coaches, and athletic training students to ensure the health and well-being of student-athletes while maintaining accurate and timely medical records. Westminster University is a member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA II). This position requires flexibility, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and travel with teams. The ideal candidate will be a licensed and certified athletic trainer with strong communication skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a commitment to supporting a diverse student-athlete population within a competitive collegiate athletics environment.

Requirements

Athletic Training degree from accredited College/University
NATA certification
Current CPR and AED certifications
Licensed in Utah, or license-eligible
Effective communication, interpersonal and public relations skills (both written and verbal)
The ability to work effectively with diverse groups
Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and controlled manner
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in addition to experience
Two or more years of experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer
Athletic Training experience in a variety of sports
Regional candidates not needing to relocate preferred
Effective communication, interpersonal and public relations skills (both written and verbal)
Proven ability to work with the higher education students, and a commitment to the overall student-athlete experience
Experience working effectively with a diverse population
Ability to carry essential equipment

Responsibilities

Provide emergency medical coverage and athletic training services including injury prevention, management, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation strategies for sports as assigned with all home and away competitions and practices
Provide coverage (including daily practice, home event and travel) of assigned sports; multiple teams will be assigned to each Athletic Trainer
Maintain records concerning athletic injuries, their etiology, treatment, and follow-up treatment
Assist in oversight of athletic training students
Coordinate physician and medical staff referrals for injured student-athletes
Document all injuries and treatments in a timely manner
Comply with all NCAA, conference and athletic department rules and regulations
Attend all assigned staff and department meetings
Perform other duties as assigned