Assistant Athletic Trainer

Job Summary:

Barton College is accepting applications for an Assistant Athletic Trainer, a full-time staff position with an August 1st, 2022 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 Director of 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
  • Providing coverage of practice and games (including travel) of assigned sports and assistance with conflict coverage
  • Assist with coordination and scheduling of medical coverage for home and away competitions
  • Prevention of athletic injuries and illness
  • Providing daily treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries
  • Assisting with annual pre-participation screenings
  • Ensure proper use and maintenance of equipment and facilities
  • Follow 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
  • Maintain medical records on student-athletes to include physical examinations and screenings, insurance information, and injury evaluation reports
  • Assist with budget preparation and managing inventory of supplies for the athletic training facility
  • Communicating with coaches regarding injured student-athlete participation
  • Following NATA Code of Ethics
  • Remaining current on all state and national requirements for license renewal
  • Agree to comply with all regulatory agency statuses, by-laws and mandates
  • Athletic training administrative duties
  • Performance of other duties as assigned by Head Athletic Trainer

Sport assignments 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 position is filled. Learn more about Barton College at www.barton.edu.

Application Process:

To apply 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: Human Resources 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.