FT Staff : Assistant Athletic Trainer

Do you have a passion for helping athletes stay healthy? If so, we have the job for you! 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 and travels 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

Supervisory Responsibilities

Student and graduate assistant athletic trainers

Education and / or Experience

Certificates, Licenses or Registrations

A valid North Carolina drivers’ license is required; a National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) certificate and a 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. Vision, commitment, and experience in achieving goals and pursuing excellence are critical. Strong oral and written presentation skills. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Must have a valid driver’s license with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check. Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English.

Physical Demands

Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours / day; ability to travel up to 50% of the time with athletic teams, the ability to

work long hours and odd shifts with minimal time off, and the ability to lift injured athletes and coolers in excess

of 50 pounds.