QUALIFICATION
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Years of Experience
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Work Type
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Position Information
Job Title
Assistant Athletic Trainer
Department
Buc's Sport's Athletic Training - 16020
Pay Grade
5
Job Category
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Assistant Athletic Trainer
Department
Buc's Sport's Athletic Training - 16020
Pay Grade
5
Job Category
Administrative
Job Summary
The Assistant Athletic Trainer supports the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine by providing care and treatment for student-athletes through established prevention, emergency response, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation techniques. This role requires a foundational understanding of medical terminology and\ adherence to standard principles and procedures in sports medicine. The Assistant Athletic Trainer works collaboratively within a team environment, contributes to shared goals, communicates clearly in both written and verbal formats, and complies with department policies and protocols. While generally working under supervision, the role requires initiative in performing daily responsibilities and appropriate referral to supervisors for policy-related decisions. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs, including paid time off & leave, paid holidays, health and life insurance, retirement, access to university facilities and services, and much more! Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information. https://www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/.
ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of casting, splinting, and injection preparation in an outpatient sports medicine setting.
- Proficiency in fitting and measuring orthopedic bracing, specifically prophylactic knee braces.
- Understanding of athlete monitoring methods, with the ability to analyze data and adjust training programs accordingly.
- Familiarity with the ARMS management system software.
- Ability to utilize the electronic medical records (EMR) system.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Understanding of NCAA Division I policies and procedures
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher.
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a certified athletic trainer (certified graduate assistantship accepted).
- National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) certification at the time of hire.
- CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer or equivalent along with the eligibility for State of Tennessee licensure, at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Sport Science, Athletic Training, Kinesiology, or a related field.
- 1–2 years of experience working with NCAA Division I collegiate athletics programs.
- Proven ability to apply casting and splinting materials under the direction of a team physician.
Salary
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | AS01607P |
| Is this position subject to a criminal background check? | Yes |
| Is any part of the funding for this posting coming from a grant or outside funding source? | No |
| FLSA Status | Exempt |
| Open Date | 08/12/2025 |
| Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Please apply at the link below:
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