VCU Athletics is seeking a passionate, experienced Athletic Trainer.
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Typical Duties
Under the general supervision of the Associate Athletic Trainer, the Assistant Athletic Trainer will coordinate at a high-level athletic injury prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation for VCU intercollegiate student-athletes. The sport assignment will be Field Hockey and Men's Golf. Employee is required to keep accurate records of all treatments of athletic injuries and organize the training room.
Typical Education and Experience
Minimum hiring standards include:
-Bachelor’s degree;
-Two (2) years’ experience working within collegiate athletics;
-Valid driver’s license and ability to drive University vehicles;
-Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU;
-Able to work independently, as well as part of a team in a multi-tasking environment, with a strong sense of principles and ethics in regard to the welfare of the student-athletes.
Preferred Hiring Standards
-Experience working with Field Hockey & Men's Golf within Division I Athletics;
-Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, which include nights and weekends;
-Advanced degree or experience, which equates to an advanced degree; and
-Instructor certification in CPR/First Aid.
Typical Licensure
-Current CPR/AED/First Aid certifications and NATABOC certification.
-Employee must be eligible for the Virginia Athletic Trainer License.
Job Specific Physical and Cognitive Requirements
- Ability to lift < 20 lbs. Pushing/pulling, standing, sitting, repetitive motion, walking reaching, bending.
- Ability to work in a fast paced, extreme noise, with multiple stimuli and intense customer interaction.
ORP Eligible
Job Family Athletics - Athletic Trainer 1
Salary Range: $51,375 - $53,200
Position Details:
Department: Athletics
Employment Type: UF - University Employee FT
Restricted Status: No
FTE: 1
Exemption Status: Exempt
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Grace Blevins
Contact Email: gablevins@vcu.edu
Contact Phone: