Athletic Trainer

West Liberty University • West Liberty, WV

30d

About The Position

West Liberty University is seeking applications for an Athletic Trainer to work with NCAA DII athletics. Sport coverage assignment will be based on university needs. Essential Functions of the position: Ability to be a multi-skilled health care professional who can collaborate with physicians to provide preventative services, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions. Abide by the NATA Code of Ethics. Perform administrative duties including pre participation medical documentation collection and proper documentation of injury of athletes. Attend weekly staff meetings. Travel to athletic contests. Possess a valid driver’s license and occasionally share in driving duties. Work clinical hours in the Athletic Training room as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree from a CAATE accredited institution in Athletic Training/ Sports Medicine or other related field with an Athletic Training concentration.
• NATA BOC Certification
• Eligible for WV Athletic Trainer Licensure
• Professional Rescuer CPR/ AED/ First Aid Certification
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to act independently and make decisions under all circumstances.
• Ability to adapt to a changing work environment.
• Positive attitude/ Professionalism

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians to provide preventative services, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions.
• Abide by the NATA Code of Ethics.
• Perform administrative duties including pre participation medical documentation collection and proper documentation of injury of athletes.
• Attend weekly staff meetings.
• Travel to athletic contests.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and occasionally share in driving duties.
• Work clinical hours in the Athletic Training room as assigned.

Benefits

• West Liberty University offers generous benefits, including approximately 2 days of annual leave (vacation) per month and 12-13 paid holidays.
• For the academic year employees, their dependents, and spouses are eligible for a 100% waiver for undergraduate tuition and only employees are eligible for 50% waiver for graduate tuition for certain programs.
• Free use of the Wellness facilities and free admission into all WLU events with your employee Topper Card.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level