Assistant Athletic Trainer - Football

Western Kentucky University, a member of Conference USA and a Football Bowl Subdivision (I-A) NCAA member institution, seeks to hire an individual for the position of Assistant Athletic Trainer for Football.  This is a 12-month, full-time position.  This position will report to the Sr Assoc Athletic Director – Sports Medicine & Student-Athlete Welfare.  Applicants must have a commitment to and responsibility for adhering to all rules and regulations of WKU, Conference USA and the NCAA.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are customary for this position but are not to be construed as all-inclusive.  Duties may be added, deleted, and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs.

• Provide prevention, injury assessment, immediate medical care, treatment, conditioning, medical referrals and rehabilitation of athletic-related injuries and illnesses

• Provide coverage at all Football events including practices, conditioning, and contests as well as travel with the team to all away contests

• Responsible for coordinating and scheduling appropriate physician referrals for student-athletes to determine their ability to practice and compete

• Create a safe playing environment by monitoring and controlling environmental risks

• File all necessary reports associated with athletic injuries and/or incidents

• Maintain a daily treatment log for all student-athletes

• Work in conjunction with the strength and conditioning staff to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition and conditioning programs customized to meet individual student-athlete needs

• Manage and maintain an effective and efficient athletic training room

• Communicate with student-athletes, staff, medical providers, coaches, parents & administration in accordance with NATA, WKU & HIPPA guidelines

• Assist with following rules of the NCAA, Conference USA, and Western Kentucky University

• Work directly with Head Football Athletic Trainer

• Assist in supervision of Smith Stadium Athletic Training room, part-time staff & students to include Football Intern

• Other duties as assigned by the Sr Associate Athletic Director – Sports Medicine & Student-Athlete Welfare

Knowledge and Skills Considered Essential for Success:

• Experience working as an athletic trainer with the sport of football

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy

• Strong attention to detail

• Must be self-motivated and team-oriented

• Excellent organization, interpersonal, and communication skills

• Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends

• The duties and responsibilities of this position must be performed in a competent manner following the highest standards for leadership, professionalism, integrity, accountability, responsibility, cooperation and customer service

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in athletic training or related field required

• Certified through National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) in good standing

• Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure eligible

• Current CPR/AED certified for healthcare provider