Shaw University is looking for an Assistant Athletic Trainer. Reporting to the Head Athletic Trainer, the Assistant Athletic Trainer oversees prevention, evaluation, care, treatment, and rehabilitation of injured athletes. The Assistant Athletic Trainer works in conjunction with the Head Athletic Trainer and the Athletic Department to ensure the health and safety of all student-athletes. The Assistant Athletic Trainer provides coverage of the athletic training room, practices, games and may be required to travel with athletic teams. The Assistant Athletic Trainer manages the care and prevention of athletic injuries, recognizes and manages injuries, oversees rehabilitation, evaluates sports injuries through independent judgment and discretion, and makes proper referrals of injuries as necessary.
Essential Job Functions:
- Recognizes and evaluates athletic injuries.
- Coordination of appropriate medical coverage at all sports practices and events.
- Manages athletic injuries by evaluating and treating student-athlete injuries.
- Oversees and participates in the rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
- Refers athletes to team physical as needed.
- Provides coverage during practices and games.
- Tapes and wraps athletes; provides water and ice.
- Manages Department inventory and orders supplies when necessary.
- Supervision, education, and recruitment of student and graduate assistant athletic trainers
- All other related duties as assigned
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training or a related field from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 1 year of experience in collegiate or professional athletic training; Master’s preferred.
- Must be able to travel extensively both in state and out of state; evening and weekend work is required.
- Demonstrated knowledge of injury prevention techniques and injury evaluation required.
- Familiarity with NCAA, NAIA or NJCAA governing rules
- Bi-lingual a plus
Certificates, Licenses or Registrations
A valid North Carolina drivers’ license is required; a National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) certificate and the ability to obtain license to practice as an Athletic Trainer in North Carolina are required; CPR & First Aid/AED Certification (preferred).
Other Competencies
Must have a philosophy that is consistent with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of the organization. Strong oral and written presentation skills, and excellent organizational skills needed. Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.