Assistant Athletic Trainer

Responsible for providing comprehensive athletic training services to assigned teams while functioning as an integral member of a collaborative healthcare team. The position operates under the supervision of the Head Athletic Trainer/Athletics Health Care Administrator and Team Physician, while also exercising independent clinical judgment in the daily care of student-athletes.

The Assistant Athletic Trainer plays a key supporting role in the delivery of healthcare services, contributing to departmental operations, mentoring students, and helping to maintain a safe and compliant athletics environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Care & Coverage

• Provide prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for assigned NCAA Division II teams

• Deliver independent, day-to-day clinical decision-making regarding injury care and return-to-play status within established medical protocols

• Provide on-site medical coverage for practices, competitions, and team travel

• Implement emergency action plans and manage acute injuries

Assistant Role Within Sports Medicine Team

• Support the Head Athletic Trainer in the overall operation of the sports medicine program

• Collaborate with other athletic trainers to ensure coverage for all varsity sports

• Assist with scheduling coverage, coordinating care, and maintaining continuity across teams

• Serve as a secondary point of contact for assigned sports in coordination with supervising staff

• Contribute to policy implementation, risk management, and quality improvement initiatives

Administration & Operations

• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential medical records using electronic medical record systems

• Assist with inventory management, equipment maintenance, and facility oversight

• Support administrative tasks such as insurance coordination and documentation review

• Participate in departmental meetings and professional development activities

Communication & Collaboration

• Communicate effectively with coaches, physicians, strength and conditioning staff, and student-athletes

• Educate student-athletes on injury prevention, nutrition, recovery, and overall wellness

• Foster a positive and professional working relationship within the athletics department

Student & Program Support

• Assist in the supervision and mentorship of athletic training students and/or interns (if applicable)

• Promote a student-centered environment aligned with NCAA Division II philosophy

• Support departmental and campus initiatives related to student-athlete well-being

Compliance

• Adhere to NCAA, GLVC, institutional, and sports medicine best practices

• Maintain all required certifications and licensure

• Ensure compliance with healthcare privacy laws (e.g., HIPAA) and institutional policies

Required -

• Degree in Athletic Training (CAATE-accredited program)

• BOC certification and eligibility for Missouri licensure (or current Missouri licensure required prior to start date)

• CPR/AED certification