Assistant Athletic Trainer

The Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for the care, prevention, and rehabilitation of injuries and/or illnesses to Austin Peay State University athletes as well as others as referred by a team physician.

Responsibilities

• Prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation for all physically active individuals, including Austin Peay State University athletes and others as referred by a team physician, men and women.
• Attend assigned team(s) practice sessions and contests, home and away.
• Travel with sports teams as directed.
• Conduct drug testing of athletes.
• Attend home contests for all sponsored sports and away contests as assigned, including nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Responsible for Automated External Defibrillator(s) registration and regular maintenance.
• Follow guidelines established by the Head Athletic Trainer for athletic training, practice set‑up, and game set‑up.
• Assist with daily coverage of the athletic training facility.
• Supervise and follow established rules of the NCAA, University, Athletics Department, and Athletic Training Department.
• Maintain complete knowledge of and compliance with all NCAA and ASUN rules related to this position.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Interact effectively and appropriately with diverse populations, the University community, and the public.
• Thorough knowledge of human anatomy, injury treatment modalities, and rehabilitation techniques.
• Competency in handling supplies and managing inventory within budget constraints.
• Maintain current and complete records/notes on individuals seen.
• Respond to supervision and adhere to NCAA, University, Athletics Department, and Athletic Training Department rules.
• Certified by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association and maintain certification during employment.
• Licensed by the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners within the first six months of employment and maintain the license.

Physical Requirements

Medium work – exerting up to 50 lb of force occasionally, up to 20 lb frequently, and up to 10 lb constantly to move objects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• NATABOC certification and eligibility for a Tennessee Athletic Trainer’s License.
• Tennessee license must be obtained within the first six (6) months of employment.