Assistant Athletic Trainer

The Assistant Athletic Trainer works under the supervision of the head athletic trainer and supervises the care of student athletes competing in the Universitys athletic program. The Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for the prevention evaluation management and rehabilitation of injuries within the Universitys athletics program.

Washington and Lee University actively promotes a dynamic and welcoming environment that allows students and employees of multiple backgrounds and perspectives to learn work and thrive together. Successful candidates will contribute to that environment and exhibit potential for excellence in their areas of expertise.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the prevention of athletic injuries and illnesses.

• Evaluates athletic injuries and determines appropriate courses of treatment and therapies to encourage recovery.

• Treats athletic injuries with various therapies including the use of electrical modalities thermal modalities hydrotherapy and manual therapies.

• Provides education to student athletes including preventative education injury education and instruction in proper technique for rehabilitative exercises.

• Performs athletic training administrative duties.

• Assists with coordination scheduling and provision of medical coverage for home and away competitions.

• Documents and records student athlete injuries and treatment provided.

• Works with physicians and other allied health professionals to deliver care to student athletes. Follows up on specified therapies.

• Additional related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in appropriate area of specialization is required and a Masters degree is preferred.

• Must possess and maintain Board of Certification (BOC) certification as an Athletic Trainer or be pending results of the BOC examination and have Virginia State Athletic Training Licensure or be eligible to attain licensure by time of hire. Must be certified as an Athletic Trainer by the BOC by start date.

• It is preferable that applicants have some familiarity with NCAA governing rules.

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin on June 29 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants requiring sponsorship will not be considered for this position. Required materials include:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Names and contact information for three professional references

Application instructions for internal and external candidates can be found at Safety and Welfare Responsibilities:

• This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) in accordance with the Clery Act. This position is required to report Clery qualifying crimes to the Department of Public Safety and complete annual training about your reporting responsibilities under the law.

Position Type:

Exempt Full Time Benefit Eligible

Compensation:

The expected annual salary for this posting is between $51000 - $59000. Offers are based on factors such as qualifications relevant experience skills internal equity and market and organizational considerations.

Washington and Lee University also offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of employees and their families. To learn more about working at W&L benefits and life in the Shenandoah Valley visit .