Job Description

Assistant Athletic Trainer – $40,000 - $45,000 – Ferrum, VA

The Role

Do you have experience in sports injury prevention and treatment? Are you looking for a role where you can make a real difference in student-athlete care?

Ferrum College is seeking an Assistant Athletic Trainer to support our student-athletes across 20 varsity programs. This full-time, 12-month role reports to the Head Athletic Trainer and plays a key role in maintaining the health and well-being of our athletes.

As we transition from the Old Dominion Athletic Conference to Division II Conference Carolinas in 2025, this is an exciting time to join our team and be part of this new chapter.

This role also involves some travel responsibilities with assigned teams.

If you are ready to join a dynamic team and make a difference in student-athlete care, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

The Assistant Athletic Trainer will assist with:

• Preventing, evaluating, treating, and rehabilitating injuries and illnesses in student-athletes.
• Ensuring compliance with NCAA Division III, ODAC, and Ferrum College regulations.
• Providing daily medical care for student-athletes, including practice and game coverage.
• Maintaining accurate medical records using relevant athletic training software.
• Supporting inventory management and budget planning.
• Taking on administrative duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer or Director of Athletics.
• Provide on-site medical coverage for practices and competitions.
• Keep accurate treatment records and ensure compliance with all regulations.
• Assist in maintaining the athletic training room and equipment.
• Supervise work-study students and student interns.
• Serve on campus committees when required.

The Company

Ferrum College, an NCAA Division III institution, is a proud member of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC). We will be transiting from the Old Dominion Athletic Conference to Division II Conference Carolinas in the fall of 2025.

Benefits:

• Opportunities for professional development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Access to college facilities

The Person

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred).
• Has BOC certification and is eligible for State of Virginia Athletic Training Licensure.
• Is Emergency Cardiac Care (ECC) Certified.
• Has experience in a collegiate athletic training setting (preferred).
• Is confident working independently and managing multiple responsibilities.
• Is available for evening and weekend work as required.

Additional certifications such as First Aid/CPR instructor, strength and conditioning, or Graston technique are desirable. A valid driver’s license is required.

Background check required.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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