St. Louis, Missouri, Washington University (WashU) is a selective, private research institution that was founded in 1853 with highly ranked undergraduate programs and top ranked graduate programs including the Olin Business School and the School of Medicine. WashU is located in St. Louis, the second largest city in Missouri which has a thriving music and arts scene, unique neighborhoods with distinct personalities, successful professional sports teams, and a host of local owned restaurants and shops.
WashU Athletics has a rich tradition of athletic achievement that began over 100 years ago and competes at the Division III level of the NCAA. WashU’s varsity sports portfolio contains 19 programs. WashU’s primary conference affiliation is the University Athletic Association Conference (UAA) while football competes in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW). With an alumni base spread throughout the country, the reach of WashU’s athletic programs continues to grow.
Position Summary:
WashU's Division of Student Affairs seeks an athletic training professional for the position of Assistant Athletic Trainer. The Division of Student Affairs advances the educational mission of the university through resources and experiences outside the classroom that prepare our students for lifelong success.
The Assistant Athletic Trainer serves as the primary medical care provider for injuries sustained to student-athletes in the WashU Athletic Department program. Provides quality comprehensive health care through prevention, evaluation, treatment of injury or illness and acts as a therapist for rehabilitation care.
This is a 10-month full-time position, reporting to work during the months of August through May. The successful candidate can choose to be paid over ten months (Aug-May) or have their ten months of compensation spread across the full twelve months of the academic year.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Prevention, evaluation, treatment, referral, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and illnesses to Washington University student-athletes.
Assist in teaching and instruction of the athletic training class.
Assist in organizing and conducting the in-service educational program for the athletic training students.
Assist in supervision of students employed in the athletic training program.
Manage the computer storage of the electronic medical records.
Work in conjunction with colleagues in athletic training and strength and conditioning to address injury issues.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree with two years of experience as an athletic trainer.
Advanced knowledge and proficiency with injury evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation.
Prior experience with administration responsibilities.
2+ years working as an Athletic Trainer
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree required.
Certified Athletic Trainer in good standing from National Athletic Trainers Association.
Licensed as an Athletic Trainer in the State of Missouri.
This position is full-time during the months of August through May. The successful candidate can choose to be paid over only those ten months or have their ten months of compensation spread across the full twelve months of the academic year. Actual compensation offers will depend on candidate's experience and expertise.