Associate Athletic Trainer

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide immediate care and injury assessment during practices, games, and events.

• Develop and implement injury prevention programs, including taping, bracing, and conditioning regimens.

• Create and manage rehabilitation programs for injured athletes.

• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation of treatment plans and progress.

• Communicate effectively with coaches, athletes, parents and medical personnel regarding injury status and recovery.

• Assist in coordinating physician referrals and follow-up care.

• Ensure adherence to NCAA, conference and institutional health and safety protocols, including concussion management, emergency action planning and drug testing procedures.

• Supervise designated athletic training facility, including daily operations, cleanliness, scheduling, and equipment upkeep.

• Supervise and mentor athletic training students and interns as applicable.

• Organize and participate in education and outreach efforts to promote athlete wellness, recovery and performance optimization.

• Assist the Director of Sports Medicine with developing and implementing Sports Medicine Department Policy.

• Assist in onboarding and training of new staff to ensure continuity of care and adherence to department protocols.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine or related field.

• Certified Athletic Trainer in good standing with the BOC.

• South Carolina Licensure eligible

• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer

• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification

• Strong interpersonal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Athletic Training, Sports medicine or related discipline.

• At least 2 years of supervisory experience

• Experience working with NCAA D1 environment

• Experience with performance optimization/sports data analytics software

• Experience with functional movement screening tools and movement analytics

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to lift/move equipment and assist athletes as necessary.

• Exposure to outdoor elements and varying weather conditions.

• Early morning/evening/weekend work is required as necessary.

• Team travel is mandatory.