Assistant Athletic Trainer

Job Responsibilities

The Assistant Athletic Trainer assists in the daily operation of the two Athletic training facilities and will assume the responsibility of the proper medical care, prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Primary team assignments will include some combination of men’s lacrosse, volleyball, field hockey, women’s basketball, men and women’s tennis, men and women’s track and field, and acro and tumbling. At times during the year, you might be asked to assist with coverage of other sports. Travel with in-season sport assignments is required.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• A bachelor's of Arts or Science in Athletic training.
• MUST be NATABOC certified and eligible for State of South Carolina licensure.
• Professional rescuer CPR/AED certification.
• A valid driver's license and safe driving history are required.
• Must have strong skills in providing excellent customer service and demonstrate strong ethics.

Additional Comments

Must have the ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and other constituents on campus. Must understand current athletic training techniques in regard to the recognition, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Experience working with a variety of sports is beneficial. Experience working as a member of a comprehensive sports medicine team is crucial. Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations required.

Benefits

For State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

• Insurance Benefits
  Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
• Retirement Benefits
  State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
• Workplace Benefits
  State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.