Resident Athletic Trainer
About The Position
The Resident Athletic Trainer is a full-time, entry-level professional position within the Department of Athletics. This position provides comprehensive athletic training services to assigned intercollegiate athletic teams, including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and emergency care. The Resident Athletic Trainer works under the direction of the Head Athletic Trainer and team physicians while supporting the University’s mission, NCAA regulations, and student-athlete well-being. The Resident Athletic Trainer is expected to assist in maintaining an environment that aligns with Bethune-Cookman University’s mission, values, and commitment to academic excellence, integrity, and student success, while competing at the highest levels of the Southwestern Athletic Conference and NCAA Division I.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Athletic Training from a CAATE-accredited program
- Board of Certification (BOC) certification or eligibility
- Eligible for licensure or certification in the State of Florida
- CPR/AED and First Aid certification
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel with teams as required
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred
- Previous experience in collegiate athletics (internship, GA, or clinical experience)
- Experience working with NCAA Division I programs
- Familiarity with electronic medical record systems
- Commitment to student-athlete well-being and development
- Functional knowledge of Google Suite, Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use email, document management systems, view social media, and multiple internet browsers and medical centric platforms.
- Willingness to adapt to evolving technology platforms and security requirements.
Responsibilities
- Provide athletic training services for assigned NCAA intercollegiate sports, including practices, competitions, and conditioning sessions
- Prevent, recognize, evaluate, treat, and rehabilitate athletic injuries and illnesses
- Administer emergency medical care and coordinate referrals to physicians and allied healthcare professionals
- Develop and implement injury rehabilitation and return-to-play programs
- Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation in accordance with NCAA, conference, and university policies
- Communicate effectively with coaches, strength and conditioning staff, physicians, and athletic administration regarding student-athlete health status
- Assist with pre-participation physicals and medical screenings
- Ensure compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional rules related to sports medicine
- Supervise student athletic training aides or interns, as assigned
- Assist with daily athletic training room operations, including inventory, equipment maintenance, and facility upkeep
- Participate in professional development and continuing education activities
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
