WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY

DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS 

ASSISTANT ATHLETIC TRAINER – FOOTBALL

(FULL-TIME) 

• ·           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 Executive 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 Executive Director – Sports Medicine & Student-Athlete Welfare

• Knowledge and Skills Considered Essential for Success:

• ·           Experience working as an athletic trainer with the sport of basketball
• ·           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

Salary - Benefits

$52,000  - Relocation assistance

Licensure, NATA Dues, CEU, Liability Insurance