Job Summary:
Barton College is accepting applications for an Assistant Athletic Trainer, a full-time staff position with an immediate start date. Barton College Athletics is a member of the Conference Carolinas as well as an associate member of the South Atlantic Conference (SAC) and competes at the NCAA Division II level.
The Assistant Athletic Trainer works under the supervision of the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine and supervises the care of student-athletes competing in Barton College’s athletic program. The Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for the prevention, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation of injuries within the College’s comprehensive sports medicine program.
Primary Responsibilities:
At a minimum, responsibilities include assisting in daily operation of the athletic training facility, provide coverage of practice and games (including travel) of assigned sports and assistance with conflict coverage; provide daily treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries; assists with annual pre-participation screenings; ensures proper use and maintenance of equipment and facilities; follows all developed policies and procedures; work with members of the Athletic Training staff to provide proper evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletically injured student-athletes and assist with referral to associated health care professionals when necessary; maintains medical records on student-athletes to include physical examinations and screenings, insurance information, and injury evaluation reports; assists with budget preparation and managing inventory of supplies for the athletic training facility; communicates with coaches regarding injured student-athlete participation; follows NATA Code of Ethics; remains current on all state and national requirements for license renewal; agrees to comply with all regulatory agency statuses, by-laws and mandates; and performance of other duties as assigned by Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine.
Sport assignments are to be determined upon the discretion of the Director of Sports Medicine and Director of Athletics.
Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree Preferred
- Certified by the Board of Certification
- Have or be eligible for North Carolina Athletic Training licensure.
- Preference given to individuals with a minimum of 3 years of work experience as a certified athletic trainer.
- Collegiate or Professional Football Experience Preferred but Not Required for some assignments.
Compensation and Benefits:
Compensation will be commensurate with credentials and experience. Barton College offers a competitive benefits package available to all full-time employees. Evaluation of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Learn more about Barton College at www.barton.edu.
Application Process:
To apply, please send a letter of application, resume/vita, contact information (e-mail addresses and telephone numbers) for at least three references, and proof of certification by the BOC to: People & Support via email employment@barton.edu.
Barton College is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and welcomes all applicants. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Any claims of discrimination for Title IX or otherwise should be directed to our Title IX Coordinator, Victoria A. Morris, at P.O. Box 5000, Wilson, NC 27893, or at 252-399-6330 or vamorris@barton.edu.